Flu vaccination
Flu cases rise during the winter months. Getting a flu vaccine every year helps protect you and your whānau against new strains of the virus.
Influenza (also known as the 'flu) can be a serious illness, and immunisation provides the best protection against the flu.
From Tuesday 1 April, the 2025 flu vaccine is free for those at greatest risk of serious illness from influenza:
- People who are pregnant
- People aged 65 years and over
- People under 65 years of age with certain eligible health conditions
- People under 65 years of age with serious mental health and addiction conditions
- Children 4 years of age and under who have been hospitalised for respiratory illness or have a history of significant respiratory illness
Visit Healthify for more flu information and to read more about the flu vaccine.
Where can I get my flu vaccine?
If you're eligible for a free flu vaccine, you'll 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, there are lots of different places you can get your immunisation, including medical centres, pharmacies and community-based clinics.
Visit Healthpoint for a full list of providers for children's flu vaccinations or adult's flu vaccinations in the MidCentral region, or use the button below to book.
