04/11/2025
https://www.facebook.com/share/1BrDWMs1k1/?mibextid=wwXIfr
It’s Measles Immunisation Week! 🛡️
Measles is highly contagious - but the good thing is it’s also preventable. This week is all about making sure our communities are protected.
✅ The MMR vaccine (measles, mumps, rubella) is free for anyone under 18 and for those eligible for free healthcare. Two doses of the MMR vaccine provide 99% of people with protection against measles.
📍 Drop-in clinics are running in many places across the country - no appointment needed.
📍 Many pharmacists and GP clinics offer MMR immunisation.
👶 Not sure if your child is immunised? Now’s the time to check.
📲 Visit info.health.nz/immunisations/immunisation-clinics for local drop-in clinics near you. Note that not every part of NZ has drop-in clinics running, but lots of pharmacies are providing MMR.
📲 Visit healthpoint.co.nz for MMR providers around the country, including pharmacies.
📲 Book a vaccine online at: info.health.nz/bookavaccine