Girl given Boostrix vaccination at school despite mother refusing consent

Monday 20 October 2025 · 2 outlets · 2 reports · updated Mon 20 Oct 2025, 3:06pm

In this story Health New Zealand, Health and Disability Commissioner

An 11-year-old girl received a Boostrix vaccination at school after her mother had ticked a box on a form to refuse consent. Health NZ Te Whatu Ora has apologised to the family. Public health nurses involved in the administration of the jab have been provided with additional training.

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1. NZ HeraldMon 20 Oct 2025, 2:00pm

   Health and Disability Commissioner: Girl given Boostrix jab at school against mother’s wishes (opens in new tab)

2. Otago Daily TimesMon 20 Oct 2025, 3:06pm

   Girl given vaccination at school against mother's wishes (opens in new tab)