14/12/2025
Measles is back in the headlines – and here’s why it matters.
In Aotearoa, only 76% of Kiwi kids under two are immunised. That means we don’t have herd immunity to protect our most vulnerable – our tamariki.
Children under five are at the greatest risk of severe complications from measles.
Check out Part 1 of our two-part series, where community pharmacist Tracey explains what measles is and why it’s so serious.
And come back tomorrow for Part 2, where Tracey dives into the complications of measles and why prevention matters.
And for more read our article on measles:
https://www.familyhealthdiary.co.nz/measles/
