News and Updates
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Changes to Cervical Screening
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Shingles Vaccine
SHINGRIX (shingles) vaccine is free for patients who are 65 years old.
Costs will apply for people who are not 65 years old. $315 per dose
SHINGRIX is given as a 2-dose series, with the second dose administered 2 to 6 months after the first dose.
To maximise the protection offered by SHINGRIX, it is important that you get both doses
Bexsero Vaccine
BEXSERO is a vaccine to help protect against meningococcal group B, the most common cause of meningococcal disease in NZ
BEXSERO is now available free on the National Immunisation Schedule for children under 5 years of age and teens and young adults in close-living. If your child is not eligible, BEXSERO is available for private purchase.
The number of doses to be given will depend on the age of the person being vaccinated.
Talk to your doctor or nurse for further information.
Measles Vaccine Information
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