Related websites
Immunisation Advisory Centre (IMAC) contains advice for parents on all aspects of immunisation
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Immunise your children
Immunisation protects your child from serious diseases throughout life. The Ministry of Health supports immunisation. However, it is your choice whether or not to immunise your child.
Childhood immunisations are free
The vaccines your child should receive are listed on the New Zealand Immunisation Schedule.
Immunisations begin when your child is six weeks old. Getting your baby vaccinated at the recommended times will give them the best protection against disease.
Your family doctor or practice nurse will give the immunisations.
Immunisations will be given as injections in the arm or leg. Two or three injections will be given at each visit.
After the immunisation, your child may have a red or sore area around where the injection was given, or get a mild fever. If you have any concerns, call your doctor, practice nurse or Healthline (0800 611 116).
Immunisations given will be recorded in your child’s Well Child/Tamariki Ora Health Book and on the National Immunisation Register.
If you're not sure whether your child has had all their immunisations, check with your doctor or nurse.
Find out more from the Ministry
Resources
Childhood Immunisation
Available from HealthEd
National Immunisation Register
Available on HealthEd in multiple languages
Immunise Your Children
Available on HealthEd in multiple languages
Page last updated: 07 December 2011
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