• 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 is Glaucoma?

  Glaucoma is a group of diseases that can damage the eye’s optic nerve and may result in vision loss and…

• Dental support staff

  Dental Assistants:
  Assist dentists with patient care such as keeping the patient’s mouth clear by using a suction machine, passing…

• Dental emergency?

  Contact your dentist for advice or your nearest Emergency Dental Centre.…

• Your Rights During Pregnancy and Birth

  You have the right:

  To be treated with dignity, cultural sensitivity and respect at all times…

• More Information on Services

  The directories below are independent of Healthpoint and do in no way reflect the views of Healthpoint. Please click on…

• What is a Primary Healthcare Service?

  Primary healthcare is a part of the health service that operates from the community and is usually a person's first…

• What if I Want to Change to Another LMC During my Pregnancy?

  You are able to change to another LMC at any stage of your pregnancy and there is no charge associated…

• What is pharmacist only or restricted medicine?

  Pharmacist-only or restricted medicines are a selection of medicines that can be purchased from a pharmacist without a doctor's prescription.…

• What is a Dispensing Optician?

  Dispensing opticians are trained in dispensing prescription eye glasses and contact lenses. They know how to read a prescription for…

• Help with dental costs

  Under the age of 18 years general dental care is free, unless you choose to visit a dentist not funded…

• My rights

  All people using a health or disability service have protection under the Code of Rights. This code is upheld in…

• Registration and qualifications

  Registration
  All practising dentists, dental specialists and oral and maxillofacial surgeons must be registered with the Dental Council of New…

• What are the vaccine rollout groups?

  Visit COVID-19 vaccine roll out for more information.

• What is Accident and Urgent Medical Care?

  Accident and urgent medical services provide medical and nursing care for any patient requiring urgent care. No appointment is necessary.…

• Operations & Tests

  What you need to know about your operation or test…

• What are Flashes and Floaters?

  Flashes: the commonest example of a flash is when we bang our head and see stars. They can look like…

• Health and Disability Advocacy Service Ngā Kaitautoku

  The Nationwide Health & Disability Advocacy Service

• Where can I get vaccinated if I don’t have a GP?

  You can find a list of GP practices that you can enrol with on Healthpoint.…

• What to expect at a dental visit

  Your dentist will assess your tooth and gum health and may also take x-rays. X-rays will help them detect dental…

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