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Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora @healthnz.govt.nz · 3d

People in Northland, Auckland and the South Island can now access free bowel screening from the age of 58. Those turning 58 or 59, or who are already 58 or 59 in those areas don’t need to do anything. They will be mailed their kit near their next birthday.

More info: spr.ly/63320AS5U0

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Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora @healthnz.govt.nz · 5d

Keep tabs on ur tackle. It could save ur life.
Check testicles:
🥎 Squeeze for lumps
🥎 Feel tubes at back
🥎 Lumps? Get checked.
Testicular cancer may not cause symptoms early on but can include a painless lump, swelling, size/shape change. info.health.nz/conditions-treatments/cancer/testicular-cancer

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Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora @healthnz.govt.nz · 6d

#NZSL info on measles. 👇

Visit linktr.ee/healthnewzealand for everything you need to know about measles including locations of interest, immunisation and symptoms to watch for.

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Chapters Measles is in New Zealand 00:00 Measles symptoms – what to look out for 05:09 Check your immunisation status 05:48 How to get immunised  06:41 Measles:…

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Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora @healthnz.govt.nz · 7d

#Measles update. Check for symptoms, immunise. Read today's media release: tewhatuora.govt.nz/corporate-information/news-and-updates/health-new-zealand-urges-people-to-check-for-symptoms-and-to-immunise

Health New Zealand urges people to check for symptoms and to immunise - Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora

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Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora @healthnz.govt.nz · 9d

#Measles - MMR vaccine is free for everyone under 18, and for adults eligible for funded healthcare in NZ.
📍 Patients can book through pharmacies, GPs, nurses, health providers or info.health.nz/bookavaccine
🔗 info.health.nz/measles
📞 Vaccination Helpline: 0800 28 29 26 (Mon–Fri, 8:30am–5pm).

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Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora @healthnz.govt.nz · 9d

Latest measles update: www.tewhatuora.govt.nz/corporate-information/news-and-updates/three-new-measles-cases-reported-in-northland-outbreak

📍 Locations: Northland, Queenstown, Cromwell → info.health.nz/conditions-t...

📞 Feeling unwell? Stay home & call Healthline 0800 611 116.

Three new measles cases reported in Northland outbreak - Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora

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Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora @healthnz.govt.nz · 11d

Measles cases in NZ. Symptoms → fever, cough, sore eyes, rash.
📍 Locations: Northland, Queenstown, Cromwell → spr.ly/63329A977F
📞 Feeling unwell? Stay home & call Healthline 0800 611 116.

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Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora @healthnz.govt.nz · 19d

Not sure what healthcare you need? Options:
✅ Online GP (24/7). info.health.nz/onlinegp
💊 Pharmacy
🏠 Self-care: info.health.nz
📞 Healthline: 0800 611 116
👩‍⚕️ Your usual GP
📞 Ka Ora - Rural Telecare: 0800 252 672
🌙 After-hours clinics
🚨 Emergencies: Call 111

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora @healthnz.govt.nz · 26d

If you're getting into the garden, protect your lungs from Legionnaire's Disease:
✅ Wear gloves and a mask
✅ Open potting mix away from your face
✅ Dampen the mix to reduce dust
✅ Wash your hands after gardening. More 👇🏾
info.health.nz/conditions-treatments/lungs/legionnaires-disease-legionellosis

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Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora @healthnz.govt.nz · 27d

Australasian first!
Christchurch Hospital now has a photon counting CT scanner. First in AU/NZ.
Sharper images. Faster, more accurate diagnoses.
www.thepress.co.nz/nz-news/360819588/multimillion-dollar-scanner-christchurch-hospital-first-public-health-australasia

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Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora @healthnz.govt.nz · Sep 1

Not sure what healthcare you need? Options:
✅ Online GP (24/7)
💊 Pharmacy
🏠 Self-care: info.health.nz
📞 Healthline: 0800 611 116
👩‍⚕️ Your usual GP
📞 Ka Ora - Rural Telecare: 0800 252 672
🌙 After-hours clinics
🚨 Emergencies: Call 111

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Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora @healthnz.govt.nz · Sep 1

Visit info.health.nz/onlinegp to book with a doctor 24/7.

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Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora @healthnz.govt.nz · Sep 1

Not sure what healthcare you need? Options:
✅ Online GP (24/7)
💊 Pharmacy
🏠 Self-care: info.health.nz
📞 Healthline: 0800 611 116
👩‍⚕️ Your usual GP
📞 Ka Ora - Rural Telecare: 0800 252 672
🌙 After-hours clinics
🚨 Emergencies: Call 111

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Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora @healthnz.govt.nz · Aug 31

Live rural? Need after-hours care?
📞 Call Ka Ora Telecare – Ph & video consults with nurses (free), doctors (free for under 14s).
🕔 Weekdays 5pm–8:30am | Weekends & public holidays: 24/7
📱 0800 2 KA ORA (0800 252 672)
🔗 kaora.co.nz

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Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora @healthnz.govt.nz · Aug 29

Healthcare options:
✅ Online GP (24/7) (via info.health.nz)
💊 Pharmacy (healthpoint.co.nz)
🏠 info.health.nz (self-care advice)
📞 Healthline 0800 611 116
📞 Rural? Call Ka Ora 0800 611 116
⏲️ After hours clinic.
🚨 Emergency? 111.

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Register for 111 TXT: police.govt.nz/111-txt

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora @healthnz.govt.nz · Aug 29

Need healthcare, not sure where to start? Options:
✅ Online GP (24/7) (via info.health.nz)
💊 Pharmacy (healthpoint.co.nz)
🏠 info.health.nz (self-care advice)
📞 Healthline 0800 611 116
📞 Rural? Call Ka Ora 0800 611 116
⏲️ Afterhours clinic.
🚨 Emergency? 111

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Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora @healthnz.govt.nz · Aug 25

Heading to the beautiful Pacific Islands? 🌴
Take note - dengue fever is on the rise there. Protect yourself from dengue by following the tips in this video. Visit 👉info.health.nz/dengue for more info.

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Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora @healthnz.govt.nz · Aug 14

The newly formed NZ Clinical Senate has confirmed its diverse membership. 200+ applications reviewed, selecting clinicians from across NZ, from all communities. More: www.tewhatuora.govt.nz/corporate-information/news-and-updates/membership-of-the-new-zealand-clinical-senate-confirmed

Membership of the New Zealand Clinical Senate confirmed - Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora

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Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora @healthnz.govt.nz · Aug 5

If you're heading to the Pacific Islands, take extra care - dengue fever cases are soaring. Tips to protect yourself include:
✅ Wear light-coloured, long-sleeve clothes
✅ Use insect repellent with < 35% DEET
✅ Avoid swampy areas or standing water
✅ Sleep under mosquito nets or in screened rooms.

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Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora @healthnz.govt.nz · Aug 3

Cases of Dengue Fever are soaring in the Pacific. Our media release has more information and tips on protecting yourself if you're travelling to the Pacific. 👇🏽

Travellers urged to be on alert for dengue with soaring cases in the Pacific - Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora

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Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora @healthnz.govt.nz · Jul 23

🎧 Just dropped: HealthCast Ep 2
Ciaran Fox joins us to talk mental wellbeing - real talk, practical tips, and how to look after your hauora.
Listen on Spotify 🎙️
Need support? Free call/text 1737
spotifycreators-web.app.link/e/BZDDwCDsfVb

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Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora @healthnz.govt.nz · Jul 18

Further linked measles cases confirmed in Wairarapa and Manawatū: www.tewhatuora.govt.nz/corporate-in...

Further linked measles cases confirmed in Wairarapa and Manawatu - Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora

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Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora @healthnz.govt.nz · Jul 9

Three measles cases are confirmed in Wairarapa. Measles spreads very easily. Check your immunisation status and stay home if sick. Symptoms: fever, cough, red eyes, rash.
Call Healthline: 0800 611 116. 2 doses of MMR vaccine is your best protection. More: www.tewhatuora.govt.nz/corporate-in...

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Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora @healthnz.govt.nz · Jul 2

24/7 online GP care is here. 🩺 Get trusted medical help when your regular GP isn't available. Connect with doctors & nurse practitioners for assessments, prescriptions, and referrals, all online. Subsidised fees for under 18s & CSC holders. Learn more: info.health.nz/onlineGP

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Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora @healthnz.govt.nz · Jun 18

🚀 Big news from Starship! The new Athlae Lyon Day Stay Unit is open - tripling capacity for day treatments & easing pressures. 💙 Part of a $48M rebuild, with $23M from Starship Foundation donors. Athlae’s legacy lives on in every child helped. Read more: spr.ly/60164TXYO

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