FLU VACCINE
Cornwall Medical Centre is fully stocked with flu vaccines.
It is important to protect ourselves against the seasonal influenza, as the symptoms of flu can be hard to distinguish from symptoms of COVID-19.
For up to date information on influenza and the flu vaccine, visit:
https://www.immune.org.nz/diseases/influenza
The Flu Vaccine is free to you if you are:
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over 65 years of age (>55 year old for Maori and Pacific people), or
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if you have certain long-term medical conditions, regardless of age.
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It is also free for all children aged 6 months to 12 years.
Children under 9 years of age who have never had the flu vaccine, will require 2 doses, given 4 weeks apart.
If you are not eligible for funded flu vaccine, the cost to you is $29 ($38 for Fluad Quad upgrade)
BOOK via Reception 09-625 3140 for an appointment. We also offer walk-in flu vaccination, however booked appointment will significantly reduce waiting time.
COVID-19 Vaccines and Boosters (including bivalent BA.4/5 “Omicron”)
all available at Cornwall Medical Centre
COVID-19 bivalent booster dose is available to anyone aged 30 years and over who has completed a primary course, AND for whom it has been at least 6 months since their last booster or positive COVID-19 test. This Pfizer bivalent booster gives better immunity to the “Omicron” variants.
If you prefer to have your Pfizer COVID-19 vaccines at your own local medical centre, given by your familiar team of Registered Nurses, simply phone reception 6253140 to make your booking.
Here are some helpful links and FAQs on COVID vaccine for NZ