Auckland measles outbreak: MMR vaccination age brought forward
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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Poll: Do you think NZ should ban social media for youth?
The Australian Prime Minister has expressed plans to ban social media use for children.
This would make it illegal for under 16-year-olds to have accounts on platforms including TikTok, Instagram, Facebook and X.
Social media platforms would be tasked with ensuring children have no access (under-age children and their parents wouldn’t be penalised for breaching the age limit)
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Dead cat
I saw a dead cat on Everglade Drive this morning near the crossing of Keri Anne place. It had been placed near the pavement. Black and white colour. Young. Did not look like it had been dead too long. If you know anyone who is looking for a cat, please inform.
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