• 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…

• If I Have Complications During Either my Pregnancy or Labour, Will I be Charged to See an Obstetrician?

  There are no charges if you are eligible for free maternity care (see: How Much is my Maternity Care Going…

• Privacy

  How is my information kept private?…

• 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…

• Review Guidelines

  Based on your recent experience with this service, explain why you would or wouldn't recommend this service to friends and…

• Vaccinations for 65 years old +

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

• What is the pharmaceutical schedule?

  The New Zealand Pharmaceutical Schedule is a list of the approximately 2000 prescription medicines and therapeutic products which are subsidized…

• Registration Required of LMCs

  A midwife must be registered with the New Zealand Midwifery Council, as a practitioner of the profession of midwifery and…

• 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…

• COVID-19/ Coronavirus Support

  For COVID-19 / Coronavirus support go to covid19.govt.nz 

• Concerns or complaints

  Please view the Dental Council of New Zealand website.

• How do I find out what vaccinations I have had?

  Contact your GP practice to find out what vaccinations you have received. For more information view the Ministry of Health…

• 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…

• 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…

• Scope of a general dentist

  A general dentist is involved in all aspects of dental care and they will refer patients to a specialist dentist…

• Registration and qualifications

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

• Fluoride in water

  Fluoride may be added to the water supply so it is at a concentration between 0.7 parts per million (ppm)…

• Translations | Get COVID-19 vaccination information in your language

  Get information in your language on the Unite against COVID-19 website:…

• What is Diabetic Retinopathy?

  This is a complication of diabetes and is caused by small blood vessel damage within the retina of the eye.…

• Decision Support

  How to use research to support your treatment decisions…

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