1788 days ago

Auckland measles outbreak: MMR vaccination age brought forward

Stacey Reporter from Stuff

Auckland GPs will now vaccinate 12-month-old babies for measles, mumps, rubella in an attempt to protect the "most vulnerable" from the outbreak gripping the region.

There have been 104 measles cases in Auckland so far this year.

From this week, Auckland Regional Public Health Service and Ministry of Health are recommending all 12-month-old children in the region receive their first MMR early to protect them from the highly infectious viral illness.

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The perfect treat this Mother's Day

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4 hours ago

Small hall for hire

Janice from Motueka

The Lower Moutere Scout den is available for hire. Ideal for meetings, Childrens birthdays, Craft classes, Band practices, etc. The den is heated with a recently installed heatpump. There is a small kitchen, Full size electric stove, Fridge and Toilet facility. A new Strand board wooden varnished floor, A piano if you wish to play, and seating. All inquirys to Janice Aston, on 021 0423 404