03/11/2025
Measles is highly contagious - but the good thing is itβs also preventable. This week is all about making sure our communities are protected.
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The MMR vaccine (measles, mumps, rubella) is free for children and eligible adults born after 1969. Two doses of the MMR vaccine provide 99% of people with protection against measles.
πΆ Not sure if you or your child is immunised? Nowβs the time to check.
π Read more about measles and the MMR vaccine at www.immune.org.nz/diseases/measles
π± Call us on 06 873 0750 to make an appointment or find out more.
Itβs Measles Immunisation Week! π‘οΈ
Measles is highly contagious - but the good thing is itβs also preventable. This week is all about making sure our communities are protected.
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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.
π Drop-in clinics are running in many places across the country - no appointment needed.
π Many pharmacists and GP clinics offer MMR immunisation.
πΆ Not sure if your child is immunised? Nowβs the time to check.
π² 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.
π² Visit healthpoint.co.nz for MMR providers around the country, including pharmacies.
π² Book a vaccine online at: info.health.nz/bookavaccine