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Influenza 2010

(including Swine Flu)


www.moh.govt.nz/influenza-a-h1n1

This section contains information on the Ministry of Heath’s annual Seasonal Influenza Immunisation Programme and information on pandemic influenza H1N1 2009 (swine flu).

Seasonal vaccine now protects against swine flu
This year’s seasonal influenza vaccine will protect you against Pandemic Influenza H1N1 2009 (swine flu) as well as two other common influenza strains.

The vaccine is free for people who are at high-risk of developing complications from influenza.

The Ministry of Health is strongly encouraging everyone to get the seasonal influenza vaccine and to do it every year.

Don’t let the flu get you.

Link to be prepared. Link to be prepared.

Key messages


Be prepared


link to signs and symptoms. link to signs and symptoms.If you've got flu symptoms, stay at home until essentially well, that is not sneezing and coughing as this is how the virus spreads. This is usually around three to four days after symptoms start, but coughing may last up to two or three weeks.

link to how does it spread. link to how does it spread.Stop the spread of flu germs by:

  • Covering coughs and sneezes
  • Regularly washing your hands and drying them thoroughly
  • Avoiding contact with sick people and reducing time spent in crowded settings.
link to caring for yourself and others. link to caring for yourself and others.If your condition worsens, seek medical advice by PHONING Healthline 0800 611 116 or your healthcare provider.

Get medical advice if you have a serious condition including respiratory disease, heart disease, liver disease, blood disorders and neurological conditions or have immunosuppression (including immunosuppression caused by medications or by HIV).

These key messages are available to download

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Page last updated: 19 March 2010
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