In 2022, Manatū Hauora Ministry of Health announced that some people with mental health and addiction issues can be eligible for a free flu vaccination. The specific eligibility criteria includes:
“Anyone with schizophrenia, major depressive disorder, bipolar disorder, schizoaffective disorder or anyone currently accessing secondary or tertiary mental health and addiction services, can get a free flu jab.” – Manatū Hauora
From April 2, the 2024 influenza vaccine is available to the general population. If you are wanting a get a flu vaccination and believe you maybe be eligible for the funded vaccine, please talk to a member of your mental health or AOD clinical team, pharmacist, doctor or other support. Where to go for walk-in vaccination, and more information about eligibility can be found at www.health.govt.nz/flu
We aim to motivate families, services, and healthcare professionals to take a proactive approach in aiding individuals with mental health and addiction issues to inquire about the funded flu vaccine. This can be done through services, a general practitioner (GP), pharmacy, or pop-up clinic.
What can you do?
Display the collateral resources provided by Te Whatu Ora, or the SEE US campaign posters, which have been designed to highlight the significance of funded flu vaccines for tangata whai ora and to encourage uptake.
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