COVID-19 Vaccinations

Vaccination Stats Table

Vaccinations 12yrs+

Last updated Tuesday 29 March 2022, 11:20AM

Eligible 12yrs+ population = 13,210

First dose administered

13,234

99%

Second dose administered

13,007

98%

Third (booster) dose administered

9,916

75%

Total doses administered

36,157

Eligible 12yrs+ population =13,210

Vaccinations 5yrs-11yrs

Last updated Tuesday 29 March 2022, 11:20AM

Eligible 5yrs-11yrs population = 2,083

First dose administered

1,770

85%

Second dose administered

1,669

80%

Third (booster) dose administered

0

0%

Total doses administered

3,234

Eligible 5yrs-11yrs population = 2,083

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NEXT VACCINATION DATES

  • Vaccinations for Rarotonga are on going for those wishing to receive their 1st, 2nd or 3rd dose.
  • The first round of 3rd dose vaccinations for Rarotonga and Aitutaki has now been completed.
  • Dates for 3rd vaccination dose for Pa Enua will be released shortly.

    • Eligibility Criteria for 3rd Vaccination Dose

  • Available to those aged 18 years and older
  • Have had a 4 month interval since 2nd dose

    • Eligibility Criteria for 2nd Vaccination Dose

  • Available to those aged 12+ or older
  • Has Been 14+ days since receiving your 1st dose.

    • Eligibility Criteria for 1st Vaccination Dose

  • Available to those aged 5+ or older

    • Vaccination Certificates

    FREE vaccination certificates can be obtained from the Rarotonga Hospital, contact 22664 for information.

    COVID-19 vaccines are free for everyone in the Cook Islands

    The COVID-19 vaccine will be free and voluntary for eligible residents in the Cook Islands, regardless of their visa or citizenship status.

    Getting a COVID-19 vaccine is an important step you can take to protect yourself, your family and our islands from the effects of the virus. It’s one way we can fight the COVID-19 pandemic and protect our welfare and wellbeing. By having the vaccine you’ll be playing your part to protect us all.

    Our COVID-19 Vaccination Timeline

    With the support of the New Zealand Government, we managed to secure sufficient Pfizer vaccines to provide full coverage for all our eligible population.

    Vaccination rollout for 16+ year old's began on 17th May 2021

    Vaccination rollout for 12-15 year old's began 8th October 2021

    Vaccination rollout for 5-11 year old's began 3rd February 2022

    Quick Facts

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    Its Pfizer
    COVID-19 Vaccinations

    The Pfizer vaccine is available in the Cook Islands.

    Its Free
    Quick Facts

    It is free to eligible people in the Cook Islands.

    Its Voluntary
    Quick Facts

    It is voluntary to receive the vaccine.

    Two doses
    Vaccine Doses

    You will need to get 2 separate vaccine doses for the best protection. A 3rd booster shot is also recommended.

    Videos

    Vaccination Update 3 - Getting ready for your vaccination

    Public Notice 1: Rarotonga COVID-19 Vaccination Rollout

    FAQs with Dr. Teariki Puni

    Vaccination Update 2 – What to expect

    Vaccine Update 1 – Important numbers to call

    Download Resources

    COVID-19 Vaccination Information Sheet

    Vaccination Information Sheet for 12 - 15 year olds

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