• What are Cataracts?

  Cataracts are the most common age-related occurrence in eyes. The lens inside the eye becomes thicker and stiffer and can…

• Health and Disability Advocacy Service Ngā Kaitautoku

  The Nationwide Health & Disability Advocacy Service

• What are Myopia (short-sightedness), Hyperopia (long-sightedness) and Astigmatism?

  These conditions cause distance blur. In myopia, the eye has a resting focus at a near distance so that people…

• What does it mean when a medication is fully funded or partially subsided?

  If you are given a prescription for a fully funded medication, you will not have to pay for it (unless…

• B4 school checks

  The B4 School Check is a free check of the health and development of every 4 year old child in…

• Where can I go for After-hours Health Care?

  Click here for a list of Accident & Medical clinics

• Age of first dental visit

  Your child should be enrolled in a school/community dental clinic generally before their first birthday. Under the age of 18…

• Conditions & Treatments

  Helping you to make better health decisions…

• Choose a Service (All organisations)

  The following services have been refined to Kaupapa Māori organisations only. View the "ALL" link to see All organisations/services in…

• Specialist Care During Pregnancy or Labour

  I'm pregnant. What specialist pregnancy or labour care is available if I need it?…

• What is a pharmacist and what do they do?

  Pharmacists are healthcare professionals who practice in pharmacy. They are involved in all aspects of medicine delivery to patients. They…

• Primary Health Organisations (PHOs)

  Click on the links below to see a list of PHOs and member General practices (GP) or Nurse Led Practices.…

• Vaccinations for 45 year olds

  Adult immunisation is needed because the protection provided by some vaccines can wear off, plus you can be at higher…

• How will my Vision Change as I get Older (Presbyopia)?

  As we age our ability to focus on near objects gets worse. By the time most people get into their…

• How to get help for someone you are worried about?

  If you think someone else is in immediate danger to themselves or others call 111 or take them to your…

• When can I get a COVID-19 vaccine?

  Everyone in New Zealand aged 5 years and over are eligible to be vaccinated right now. …

• What is a Primary Care Practice?

  A primary care practice is your medical home.  It is the place where the record of all your conditions and…

• Useful resources & websites

  Websites:

  Breast Cancer patient register…

• What is a long term condition (LTC)

  A long term condition is any long term reoccurring chronic health condition. They are usually complex and comprise of more…

• What do I do if I have missed a vaccination?

  Contact your Immunisation provider to get your missed vaccine.…

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