2023 Flu Vaccination

Every year the Ministry of Health supports the running of an Influenza (Flu) Immunisation Programme.

The programme is designed to protect those at greatest risk of serious illness from influenza:

• children aged 6 months to 12 years old
• people aged 65 and over
• pregnant people
• Māori and Pacific people over 55
• people with underlying health conditions including heart disease, cancer, diabetes and serious asthma
• people with significant mental illness such as schizophrenia or those currently accessing mental health services.

For people in one of the groups above, the flu vaccine is free of charge.

Where can I get my flu vaccine?

If you are eligible for a free flu vaccine, you will be contacted by your general practice who will advise you of where to get your vaccine.

If you are not eligible for a free flu vaccine, you have the option to pay for a vaccine from a health provider. The flu vaccine will be available from your general practice, at community clinics and possibly through your workplace.