Vaccinations.
A number of vaccinations/immunisations are now available at our pharmacy to keep you and your family/whanau protected. Vaccinations at our pharmacy are a convenient and easily accessible service.
Ring or pop in to make a time that suits you and our workflow.
FREE for pregnant mums to be.
Charge applies to partners, grandparents, friends and family
It is possible to come into contact with flu viruses all year round, but the chance of the flu virus circulating in the community is highest during winter. For most people, the best time to be vaccinated against the flu is just before the start of the winter season. In New Zealand, this is between April and June. It takes 2 weeks after vaccination for the vaccine to be fully effective. You may still get the flu in this time if you come into contact with the virus, so get it done early in time for winter.
The flu vaccine is free for these people, who are considered to be at greater risk of complications from the flu:
pregnant women (any trimester)
people aged 65 years and over
people under 65 years of age with with certain chronic conditions, such as chronic heart disease, chronic liver disease, diabetes, cancer, asthma and COPD
A charge applies to other individuals.
Other vaccinations are available on request eg Shingles, MMR.