Measles outbreak
Confirmed cases of measles are on the rise in Aotearoa. The College has prepared some guidance and resources for you and your practices to ensure you are prepared should cases rise (or arrive) in your region.
College resources
The College has developed the below resources to help members and practices through the Measles outbreak. Preparing now will help protect your staff, your patients, and the continuity of your service.
Communications
Communication templates including phone scripts and signage.
View communication templates
MMR vaccine funding information
- MMR is free for anyone who is eligible for funded healthcare in New Zealand. There is no upper age limit.
- People born before 1969 are not required to self-fund a vaccine. However, vaccination is not recommended for those over 70 as they are not expected to be at risk.
- The only people who would need to self-fund are non New Zealand residents over 18.
- Practices can order MMR self-funded vaccines through HCL (Health Care Logistics) using normal channels for ordering non-funded vaccines.
Measles immunisation priorities
Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora have shared an update regarding measles immunisation priorities for primary and community care. They have shared this information to provide clarity on current immunisation settings and to support your planning and communication with whānau.
Useful resources
Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora
- Guidance for professionals in healthcare settings
- Measles guidance
- Poster | STOP: Please do not enter if you have measles symptoms
Immunisation Advisory Centre