Getting your flu vaccine is one of the best things you can do to help stay well through the flu season. Flu can be anywhere and is easily spread through talking, coughing, and sneezing. Your best protection from the flu is getting the vaccine.

The 2025 flu vaccine is free for some people, speak to one of our nurses today.

Funded influenza vaccinations are available for those who meet Pharmac’s eligibility criteria:

• pregnant women at any stage of pregnancy.

• patients aged 65 years and over.

• patients 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.

Before the vaccination you'll be asked to read the What You Need to Know About the Flu Vaccination Factsheet, and you will be asked if you consent to the vaccination.

Your vaccinator will determine whether verbal consent or signed consent is required. You may wish to view the Flu Vaccine Consent Form in advance.

Why is the flu vaccination important every year?

• The flu (influenza) can make you very sick and is not the same as a common cold. Children can also become very unwell with the flu. If you get the flu, you could also spread it to vulnerable people including pregnant women, babies (especially those under 6 months who are too young for the vaccine), elderly people, and those with health conditions.

• The flu virus changes often which means that the vaccine must be adjusted each year to match the new strains. This is why for your best protection; it is so important to get a flu vaccine every year.

Reporting vaccine side effects

• Like most medications, vaccines can sometimes cause reactions. These are usually mild, and not everyone will get them. Mild reactions are normal and show that your immune system is responding to the vaccine. Serious side effects are rare. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact your nurse or doctor.

Whether you're managing a chronic heart condition, need a heart check-up, or want to discuss risk prevention and concerns, we're here to support you. Depending on your age, ethnicity, or family history of cardiovascular conditions, it's important to see your GP and clinical team regularly.

Heart disease is the leading cause of death in New Zealand, with around 1 in 20 Kiwis living with cardiovascular disease. Many heart conditions develop slowly, often without obvious symptoms. Regular cardiovascular check-ups are essential for maintaining your heart health, managing existing conditions, and ensuring your heart stays in shape

Common conditions like high blood pressure, high cholesterol, and diabetes can significantly impact your heart’s health. Our clinical team offer cardiovascular services to help you lead your better life. 

If you are experiencing chest discomfort, shortness of breath, dizziness, unusual fatigue, irregular heartbeat, or rhythm call 111.

Our cardiovascular health services:

• Cardiovascular monitoring: This includes regular reviews of your health including blood pressure, and blood tests.  Frequency is dependent on your individual needs. 

• Cardiovascular assessment: This includes a review of your medical history, lifestyle factors and your potential risks for heart disease. Additional testing, monitoring and support are dependent on your individual needs.

When to get a cardiovascular check-up?

The timing of a cardiovascular check is dependent on several factors, including your current state of health, age, gender at birth, ethnicity, personal health history and family health history.

We offer phlebotomy services on-site to our patients (a fee applies). This saves our patients having to travel to a lab and enables them to save time.  All our nurses are fully trained and experienced in phlebotomy.