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The reality is that our health system is in real danger of becoming overwhelmed if we aren’t all vaccinated.

At midnight on 8 September 2021, more than 4 million vaccine doses had been given – 2.7 million first doses and 1.3 million second doses. That means 33% of the population are now fully vaccinated.

As New Zealand looks on track to curb its latest COVID-19 outbreak, many Kiwis are already starting to look forward to their next international trip. But how realistic is it that we will be travelling overseas in 2022? And if so, what might the process involve?

The following information has been provided by the Ministry of Health on 19 August 2021 – see its website for the most recent updates about the vaccination rollout.

In the face of such uncertainty, it’s normal to struggle to see what good can come out of a situation. Online health and wellbeing app Mentemia explains that optimism is a strategy that can help us all see a way forward more clearly.

Even in times of crisis, people have human rights that safeguard their dignity.

Everyone deals with things differently and it’s natural that many New Zealanders will be feeling uncertain, anxious or scared given the current situation. Here are some strategies to help you look after your mental health.

From Friday 23 July, people in Group 3 can call the COVID Vaccination Healthline on 0800 28 29 26 to book their vaccination if they don’t already have an appointment.

New Zealand is now vaccinating around 100,000 people a week.

Each district health board (DHB) around New Zealand is managing the rollout of the vaccine in their area. Exactly how and when people are contacted may differ between regions.