Whooping cough

Whooping Cough is on the rise in Christchurch

Whooping cough isn’t just a bad cough. It can be very serious, especially for babies.

Vaccination is the best protection.

• Free as part of the childhood immunisation schedule
• Free during every pregnancy, recommended from 16 weeks
• Recommended for parents, grandparents and anyone caring for a newborn
• Funded for adults at 45 and 65 years of age
• Boostrix protects against whooping cough, tetanus and diphtheria

If you’re unsure whether you’re up to date or eligible for a funded vaccine, please get in touch with our nursing team.

Protect yourself. Protect your whānau. Protect our youngest community members. ❤️