Health NZ – Capital, Coast and Hutt Valley

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Our page is managed by Health New Zealand - Capital, Coast and Hutt Valley. This page is monitored between 9am and 8pm, 7 days a week. If you need urgent health advice, please call Healthline on 0800 611 116 . We welcome your comments and interactions but we have two simple rules for a safe social community:

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2) in the interest of maintaining a safe space for all New Zealanders, harmful content will be hidden or removed. This includes misinformation, swearing, hate speech, trolling and spam. If harmful content is repeatedly posted, then you may be banned or blocked. About Us:

Health New Zealand - Capital, Coast and Hutt Valley provide health support and services for the Greater Wellington region. We operate three hospitals – Wellington Regional Hospital in Newtown, Hutt Valley Hospital and Kenepuru Hospital in Porirua – as well as the Kāpiti Health Centre at Paraparaumu. We also operate Te Korowai-Whāriki, a large mental health campus based at Porirua. We provide a range of specialist services including neurosurgery, oncology, neonatal intensive care and community-based services including district nursing, rehabilitation services, social work, alcohol and drug services, and home support services to a population of around 900,000 people. Health New Zealand - Capital, Coast and Hutt Valley is a pro-equity Health Organisation, with a particular focus on Māori and Pacific Peoples. Contact Information:

Wellington Regional Hospital and Kenepuru Hospital
General enquiries: 04 385 5999
Patient enquiries: 04 385 5947
Website: https://www.ccdhb.org.nz/

Hutt Valley Hospital
General or Patient enquiries: 04 566 6999
Website: https://www.huttvalleydhb.org.nz/

Kenepuru Birthing Unit is a calm and welcoming space for whānau across our region.The environment supports birthing in c...
12/11/2025

Kenepuru Birthing Unit is a calm and welcoming space for whānau across our region.

The environment supports birthing in comfort and confidence, surrounded by care. Outdoor areas allow space to move and breathe while in labour, and free parking makes visits easier for loved ones.

The unit is available to pregnant people with healthy low-risk pregnancies wanting a relaxed experience close to home. If your baby is born in Wellington Hospital, Kenepuru can still be your place to rest and recover, with single rooms and private ensuites.

Our team is proud to offer a setting where birth feels personal and peaceful.

Visit during our upcoming Open Day on Saturday 29 November, between 11.30am and 1.30pm, to see the space and meet the people who make it special.

Wellington! Come on down to Pak n Save Kilbirnie today to get up to date on your immunisations, especially MMR (measles,...
05/11/2025

Wellington! Come on down to Pak n Save Kilbirnie today to get up to date on your immunisations, especially MMR (measles, mumps, rubella).

We are here until 2pm! Have a chat with our awesome nurses and health promotion staff, and if you need to catch up on any immunisations, they can do it here for you, for free!

Now is the perfect time to check your immunisation status and book your MMR vaccine. The MMR vaccine is free for:- Ever...
05/11/2025

Now is the perfect time to check your immunisation status and book your MMR vaccine.

The MMR vaccine is free for:
- Everyone aged under 18 (regardless of immigration status)
- Adults over 18 eligible for funded healthcare
- Some non-eligible adults during outbreaks in affected regions

How to book 📅

For ages 13 and over, vaccinations can be booked online or over the phone.

- Book a vaccine online: bookmyvaccine.health.nz
- Book over the phone: 0800 28 29 26 (8am to 5pm, Monday to Friday).

For those aged 13 and under, contact your doctor, nurse, or healthcare provider to book an appointment.

Children over 3 years old can get an MMR vaccine at lots of pharmacies. You can search for one near you on Healthpoint: www.healthpoint.co.nz/immunisation


You can also book through your GP, nurse, or Hauora Māori or Pacific healthcare provider.

Need help? Call the Vaccination Helpline on 0800 28 29 26 (Mon–Fri 8:30am–9pm, weekends 8:30am–2pm) for support). Interpreters, Māori kaimahi or disability advisors are available.

05/11/2025

Now is the perfect time to check your immunisation status and book your MMR vaccine. Visit bookmyvaccine.health.nz to book online.

You can also book through your GP, nurse, or Hauora Māori or Pacific healthcare provider.

Need help? Call the Vaccination Helpline on 0800 28 29 26 (between 8.30am and 9pm Mon-Fri, or 9am - 2pm Sat and Sun, except public holidays).

The MMR vaccine is free for:

✅ Everyone aged under 18 (regardless of immigration status)
✅ Adults over 18 eligible for funded healthcare
✅ Some non-eligible adults during outbreaks in affected regions

Children over 3 years old can get an MMR vaccine at lots of pharmacies. You can search for one near you on Healthpoint: healthpoint.co.nz/immunisation

Not sure if you’re protected against measles? Here’s how to check: 💻 Use the online toolIt guides you through what to lo...
04/11/2025

Not sure if you’re protected against measles? Here’s how to check:

💻 Use the online tool
It guides you through what to look for based on your age and vaccination history. Find it here: info.health.nz/measles

💻 Log into My Health Record via your My Health Account to view your immunisation records (available for most people vaccinated after 2005).

👩🏽‍⚕️ Ask your doctor, nurse, healthcare provider or hauora provider. They can check your records or advise if you should get vaccinated.

📱 Call the Vaccination Helpline on 0800 28 29 26 (Mon–Fri 8:30am–9pm, weekends 8:30am–2pm) for support. Interpreters, Māori kaimahi or disability advisors are available.

✅ Other places you can check include your online patient portal (e.g. Manage My Health), your childhood health book such as your Plunket or WellChild Tamariki Ora book, calling your local lab as they might have records of measles immunity tests you've had in the past.

✈️ If you grew up overseas, contact your previous doctor or healthcare clinics to see if they have your immunisation records.

💙 No records? Not sure? It’s safe for most to get another dose of the MMR vaccine and it’s free for most people in NZ.

This Measles Immunisation Week (3–7 Nov), take action to protect yourself and your whānau.

It’s Measles Immunisation Week! 🛡️Measles is highly contagious - but the good thing is it’s also preventable. This week ...
02/11/2025

It’s Measles Immunisation Week! 🛡️

Measles is highly contagious - but the good thing is it’s also preventable. This week is all about making sure our communities are protected.

💉 The MMR vaccine (measles, mumps, rubella) is free for anyone under 18 and for those eligible for free healthcare.
📍 Drop-in clinics are running across the country - no appointment needed.
👶 Not sure if your child is immunised? Now’s the time to check.

📲 Visit info.health.nz/immunisations/immunisation-clinics for local pop up clinics near you. You can also refer to healthpoint.co.nz as not all immunisation clinics are listed in info.health.nz.

Another option for booking an MMR vaccine is to book online: info.health.nz/bookavaccine

Measles Update - Wellington RegionToday we’re confirming two new measles cases in the Wellington region, bringing the na...
01/11/2025

Measles Update - Wellington Region

Today we’re confirming two new measles cases in the Wellington region, bringing the national total to 16.

Both new cases were locally acquired and are not linked to overseas travel. One case is a student at Wellington Girls’ College.

The second case is still being investigated for links to other cases.

📍 New locations of interest related to these cases are on our website: https://info.health.nz/conditions-treatments/infectious-diseases/about-measles/measles-locations-of-interest-in-aotearoa-new-zealand -of-interest-17809

💉 Yesterday, a record 2,098 MMR vaccine doses were administered - the highest daily number since 2019! That brings the total to 10,086 doses given since 18 October. Lets keep up the momentum!

We’re continuing to work closely with Wellington Girls’ College to help prevent further spread of this serious and highly contagious virus.

ℹ️ Stay informed and check for updates on locations of interest: http://spr.ly/61827HgMe

Is it measles or chickenpox? With measles spreading in Aotearoa NZ, it’s important to know the difference.Sometimes, mea...
30/10/2025

Is it measles or chickenpox? With measles spreading in Aotearoa NZ, it’s important to know the difference.

Sometimes, measles is mixed up with chickenpox, but they are two very different illnesses, with measles being more severe.

Here’s what to look for:

🤒 Measles: Starts with a high fever, red itchy eyes, a cough and runny nose. A rash follows, starting on the face then covering the body.

😖 Chickenpox: Starts with itchy blisters all over the body. Fever is mild to moderate, and a headache or fatigue might be present.

Before vaccines, some parents held chickenpox or measles “parties”, but these are *not* safe!

Both viruses can cause serious illness, and measles is especially dangerous and can lead to pneumonia, brain swelling, and other health complications such as hearing loss.

Deliberately exposing tamariki to measles can put them and others at serious risk, especially those who are immunocompromised.

Both illnesses have vaccines. Check you’re up-to-date with your immunisations to have the best protection: http://spr.ly/61897Ehx5

29/10/2025

Measles is spreading in Aotearoa NZ. Here's what you need to know to protect yourself and your whānau/family.

✅ Check locations of interest: http://spr.ly/61807EFmu

✅ Check if you're immunised against measles: http://spr.ly/61817EFmR

✅ If you are not protected, get immunised. To be protected, you need two doses of the MMR vaccine after 12 months of age. If you are not sure if you have had two doses, it's safe for most to have an additional dose. Book at http://spr.ly/61827EFmr

✅ If you think you might have measles, call Healthline on 0800 611 116 for free, 24/7 - they will advise you on what to do.

🤧 Measles starts with a cough, runny nose and sore red eyes. A rash follows. This begins on the face and develops down the body. You can look at photos of measles rash here: http://spr.ly/61837EFmT

‼️ Measles is a serious and very contagious illness. Complications can include pneumonia, brain swelling, hearing loss. In NZ's 2019 measles epidemic, 1 in 3 people with measles needed hospital care. Children are most at risk, especially those under 12 months of age - to protect babies and young children we need as many people immunised as possible.

If you have any questions about the MMR vaccine, talk to your usual health provider, or call the Vaccination Helpline on 0800 28 29 26.

Kia mataara, kia haumaru te noho e te whānau!

We are confirming one new measles case in Wellington, bringing the total to 11 cases nationwide.📍 Locations of interest ...
28/10/2025

We are confirming one new measles case in Wellington, bringing the total to 11 cases nationwide.

📍 Locations of interest are being updated regularly - check them here: info.health.nz/conditions-treatments/infectious-diseases/about-measles/measles-locations-of-interest-in-aotearoa-new-zealand

😷 If you feel unwell or have measles symptoms, stay home and call Healthline for free (24/7) on 0800 611 116.

Symptoms: info.health.nz/conditions-treatments/infectious-diseases/about-measles/measles -of-measles-25

💊 Vaccination is your best protection - two doses of the MMR vaccine protect 99% of people and is free for most in NZ.

Find a site near you: info.health.nz/immunisations/booking-a-vaccine

Measles outbreak update - WellingtonTwo new measles cases have been confirmed, bringing the total to 10 nationwide, incl...
27/10/2025

Measles outbreak update - Wellington

Two new measles cases have been confirmed, bringing the total to 10 nationwide, including 3 in Wellington. Most cases are linked to the 3 October Bluebridge Ferry exposure.

New locations of interest and several hundred close contacts have been identified at Wellington College and Wellington Girls’ College. We are contacting affected individuals. Please follow all advice if you are contacted.

📍 Locations of interest are updated regularly: http://spr.ly/61827BjPm

What you need to know:
✅ Watch for symptoms: high fever, cough, sore red eyes, rash
✅ Stay home if unwell
✅ Call Healthline on 0800 611 116 for advice
✅ Check your immunity: http://spr.ly/61837BjPW
✅ Book your free MMR vaccine: http://spr.ly/61847BjPo

Measles is highly contagious and can cause serious health problems like pneumonia and brain swelling. One in three people with measles will need hospital care. Children under five, those who are pregnant, and those with weakened immune systems are most at risk. Two doses of the MMR vaccine after 12 months of age offer strong protection.

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https://www.ccdhb.org.nz/

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