Te Whatu Ora and Te Aka Whai Ora urged Kiwis to vaccinate and be prepared to avoid overloading health system. Video / Te Whatu Ora and Te Aka Whai OraWith winter flu season in full swing and Covid still claiming lives, Kiwis are urged to vaccinate, grab their prescriptions early and choose the right medical service when sick. Health officials say it’s important to avoid overloading the health system as the busy winter period kicks in. There have also been babies dying from whooping cough in New Zealand this year as low child immunisation rates cause concern. Kiwis feeling seriously unwell or their child is very sick should also visit the emergency department, which is open 24/7, health teams said.

Source: New Zealand Herald June 10, 2023 16:24 UTC