51395 (2025). Hon Dr Ayesha Verrall to the Minister of Health

Written Question

Published date: 13 Nov 2025

Metadata

Document type:	Written Question
Parliament number:	54
Question number:	51395 (2025)
Question asked:	28 Oct 2025
Member asking:	Hon Dr Ayesha Verrall
Portfolio:	Minister of Health
Minister replying:	Hon Simeon Brown
Answer received:	08 Nov 2025
Status:	Question Answered
Reply type:	Reply
Document ID:	WQ_51395_2025
Document guid:	92c8560f-bf55-4d3a-97df-c44051877e55

51395 (2025). Hon Dr Ayesha Verrall to the Minister of Health: What quantity of immunoglobulin are available in case of a larger measles outbreak?

Hon Simeon Brown: I am advised that, as part of our focus on putting patients first and ensuring all New Zealanders have access to timely, quality healthcare, the New Zealand Blood Service currently holds sufficient stock (391 vials) of immunoglobulin to support a larger measles outbreak. There are no reported issues with the supply chain, and stock levels are expected to remain stable should demand increase.