Pasifika in New Zealand have reached a major vaccination milestone, with 90-percent of Pacific communities have had at least the first covid-19 vaccination.
The Minister for Pacific Peoples and Associate Minister of Health, Aupito William Sio, says the milestone reflects the hard work and dedication of Pacific Health Providers and other community leaders.
Targeted initiatives have included pop-up vaccination events, community outreach, a special 0800 vaccine booking number staffed by Pacific language speakers, and vaccination buses.
Aupito encourages everyone in Aotearoa who has had their first dose to book their second dose if they haven't already.
He spoke with Eleisha Foon.
Behind the scenes during the vaccination campaign Photo: South Seas Healthcare
