Immunisations protect your whānau.
Immunisation is the best form of defence against a range of serious diseases and viruses.
Immunisations can help protect the whole whānau - from young pēpi (babies) to our tīpuna (grandparents). Getting immunised against serious diseases means we can protect the ones we love.
The main immunisation programmes are:
- Childhood immunisations - a national schedule of immunisations for children aged 0-5
- Measles (MMR) - for those who may not have been fully immunised as a child
- The annual Influenza (flu) Immunisation programme - designed to protect those most at risk from flu
- The COVID-19 vaccine and booster programme
You can find out more about each immunisation programme below and how and where you can get yourself and your whānau immunised.
Who should get which immunisation, and when?
Use our interactive tool below for a quick glance at the immunisations available for the different members of your whānau.
You can also click to download our handy Immunisations Matrix to keep a track of who needs what, and when.
Get a personalised immunisation schedule
Based on the National Immunisation Schedule, this handy tool shows what immunisations your child needs from 6 weeks to 13 years, and the dates due. It does not look at your child’s medical records, so your child may have had some vaccines already.
Use this as a general guide, and be aware that dates may vary depending on previous vaccination dates, or other clinical circumstances. Always consult your usual doctor, nurse, or healthcare provider about your child’s vaccinations.
Find out more about the different immunisation programmes
Click on the images below for more information and resources about Childhood Immunisations, MMR Catch up, Flu and Covid-19 vaccine programmes.
Protect Against Measles
Common questions about immunisations
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