Flu Vaccination

Immunisation is your best defense against influenza. Even fit and healthy people should consider getting the flu jab to protect themselves.

Protect your loved ones, and our community.

We are pleased be able to offer the Flu Vaccine to protect all members of our community. Call to book your Flu Vaccination today.

Flu Vaccinations 2026

The flu vaccine is available from 1st of April 2026.

To book your influenza vaccination phone reception on 03 338 8655

Cost: $30 per vaccine

An annual flu vaccine is recommended for everyone over 6 months.

It is FREE for :

People aged 65+
Pregnant people
people aged 6 months to under 65 years with eligible conditions*
children 4 years of age and under who have been hospitalised for respiratory illness or have a history of significant respiratory illness
people aged 6 months to under 65 years with serious mental health and addiction conditions*

We have opened additional clinics, which can be booked online or by contacting reception. We will also be introducing walk-in clinic times soon, and further details will be shared once available.

*For eligibility criteria please see https://immune.org.nz/fac

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Flu Immunisation at HillMed Health Centre

Flu Vaccine Fees

Flu Immunisation at HillMed Health Centre

Registered Patients $30

Eligible* Patients FREE

FREE Flu Vaccinations are Available for Eligible Patients*

*Eligible Patients include

65 years and over
Patients aged 6 months to 64 years with a chronic condition
Pregnant women
Some Healthcare workers

Protect yourself and your family against the flu

The influenza virus infects your nose, throat and lungs. The flu is normally worse than a cold. Some people get very sick – influenza causes deaths every year.

Symptoms of influenza come on suddenly and can include fever, chills, muscle aches, runny nose, cough and stomach upsets.

The flu spreads quickly from person to person through touch and through the air. While you’re unwell, stay away from work or school. Look after yourself and your family – rest and fluids are especially important.

Older people, young children, pregnant women, and people with certain medical conditions are at a higher risk of developing serious complications from influenza, such as pneumonia. If you’re at higher risk, it is important to see your doctor early, to find out if you need treatment.

It is also important to seek medical advice early if you are concerned, and especially if there are any danger signs, even if you have been seen before. Other serious conditions can also look like the flu, including meningococcal disease.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the seasonal influenza vaccine safe?

The technology to make influenza vaccines has been in use for 60 years, it has an excellent safety record.

How has the seasonal influenza vaccine been tested?

It has been trialed clinically.

Is it true that getting the influenza vaccination puts you at risk of getting influenza?

No. Influenza immunisation cannot cause influenza because the seasonal influenza vaccine contains no live viruses.

The last time I got vaccinated for seasonal influenza I came down with a cold/flu the next day. Was this caused by the vaccine?

No. The seasonal influenza vaccines have been made from influenza viruses that have been concentrated, inactivated and then broken apart. It cannot cause influenza as the vaccine does not contain any live viruses.

For more information about the Influenza Vaccine visit the Ministry of Health Website

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