Photos: RNZChildren will be able to get a free flu vaccine from Friday in a move to reduce hospital admissions, and more New Zealanders will now be eligible for a second Covid-19 booster dose. Health Minister Andrew Little said the government was expanding access to the flu vaccine after noticing an increase in pre-schoolers hospitalised with the illness. Covid-19 Response Minister Dr Ayesha Verrall said a second booster was available for everyone over the age of 50. The availablity of the second booster has also been extended to health, aged-care and disability workers over the age of 30. The second booster dose should be offered six months after the previous dose, and postponed for three months after a Covid-19 infection.

Source: Otago Daily Times June 27, 2022 03:34 UTC