It's not too late to get your flu jab
Winter may be over, but you can get the flu any time of year. That's why it's important to boost your protection with a flu jab. They’re available now and are free for those most likely to get very sick. Contact your GP or local pharmacy today.
Protect yourself, and your whānau, from the flu this winter
Getting a flu jab is your best defence from the flu this winter. They’re available from April and are free for those most likely to get very sick. Contact your GP or local pharmacy today.
2022 flu vaccine data
As at 11:59pm 16 September 2022 (updated weekly)
1,280,030
people have had a flu vaccine this year
71%
of ages 65+ have had a flu vaccine this year
That's 576,213 people
View full breakdown of vaccine data
Getting a flu jab
Getting a flu jab helps reduce your risk of getting really sick or having to go to hospital
> Why it's important to get a flu jab
Free flu jabs
Flu vaccines are free for some people who are most likely to get very sick (ages 6 months+)
> Over 65s
> Māori and Pacific people over 55
> Underlying health conditions (ages 6 months+)
From 1 July, flu vaccines are also free for -
About flu
The flu virus affects your whole body. Symptoms come on suddenly and can include fever, chills, muscle aches, runny nose, cough, shortness of breath, and stomach upsets. It can keep you in bed for a week or more
Resources and translations
Downloadable posters and flyers in 27 different languages to help you promote the flu jab in your business or community.
Accessible formats
Getting a flu vaccine 2022 - Easy Read translation (PDF, 1MB)
Getting a flu vaccine 2022 - Large print (Word, 87 KB)
Getting a flu vaccine 2022 - Audio version (YouTube)
Getting a flu vaccine 2022 - Braille Ready File format (Zipped, 5KB)
Flu vaccine: Your questions answered in New Zealand Sign Language
Flu vaccine: Your questions answered audio description