Immunisation

The Immunisation Advisory Centre have created a short video in Samoan answering the most common questions about the COVID-19 vaccine: How does it work? They hope this information can help to inform you and your whānau ahead of getting the vaccine so together we can stand strong against COVID-19 in Aotearoa.

You can book your child's vaccine now if they're aged 12 and over. Find out why it's important for your child 12 and over to have the COVID vaccine. Watch a short video in English, Te Reo Māori or Samoan about how the vaccine works. There is also a video about vaccine safety.

Protect your whānau. Immunise on time. Vaccine preventable diseases are serious and sometimes deadly. Watch some short videos.

If you're breastfeeding and haven't had the COVID-19 vaccine already, you can make a booking now. There are no safety concerns about getting the COVID-19 vaccine if you're breastfeeding.

A series of 10 short videos answering your questions about immunisation. Hastings mum and doctor, Dr Kiriana Bird, answers some common questions parents and whānau have about immunisation. If you're concerned about immunisation, knowing the facts can help you feel more confident about immunising your child.

Human papillomavirus (HPV) immunisation in girls and boys helps prevent cervical and other cancers caused by HPV. HPV immunisation is free for everyone from 9 years of age until before their 27th birthday. 

Aged 15 to 30? Areare mai ngā taringa e hoa mā! Listen up! Measles is a serious disease that can make you very sick. It doesn't take much to start an outbreak - BUT there is something we can all do to reduce the risk and keep our whānau safe! Awhikiritia tō tinana! Get immunised! 

Mumps is very easy to catch. Immunisation given on time is the only way to prevent mumps.

Tetanus is a life-threatening condition caused by bacteria in the soil. Tetanus usually develops after a 'dirty' wound but can develop after small or even unnoticed injuries. Only immunisation can prevent tetanus.