Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora

@healthnz

Official account of New Zealand's national health service. We look after the day-to-day running of New Zealand's health system.

16 Siguiendo545 Seguidores189 Publicaciones

Bluesky

¿Es tu perfil?Reclámalo y healthnz.dirty.social es tuyo.Reclamar perfil

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

Book an Online GP for same-day video consult with a NZ qualified GP any time, day or night. It's now FREE for children under 14 years of age. Visit healthnz.govt.nz/OnlineGP

Tile with text reading: Online GP Care now free for children under 14

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

ED is for emergencies. 🚨 If it's not an emergency, you may have options that can help sooner: your GP, Online GP (free for under 14s, subsidised for CSC holders), pharmacy, urgent care, Ka Ora (rural after-hours), or Healthline 0800 611 116. Learn more: www.healthnz.govt.nz/GetHelp

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora@healthnz· 12d

Feeling unwell or hurt and can't see your usual doctor? The Emergency Department (ED) isn’t always the best place for every situation, but it’s exactly where to go in an emergency. Visit healthnz.govt.nz/GetHelp to find the right healthcare for your specific needs.

Text: "Sick or hurt? Can't see your usual doctor? Here's where to go..." on a light background. In the bottom right, a partial dark blue illustration of buildings, one with a light blue medical cross on top.

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora@healthnz· 13d

📣 Applications are now open for two advanced nursing education programmes that support registered nurses to further develop their clinical skills and expand access to care. Applications close 27 September. healthnz.govt.nz/news-and-updates/applications-open-for-advanced-nursing-education-programmes

Blue tile with text reading: applications open - advanced nursing education.

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora@healthnz· 18d

If winter has you feeling a little flat, it might be time for a quick maintenance check… No mechanic needed 😉🚙

Winter Warrant of Fitness (WWOF) checklist reminds you to fuel up with nourishing meals, stay hydrated, get enough sleep, exercise daily, and practice good hygiene. The list shows numbers 1-6, with 7, 9, 10, 11, 12 on the right. A bottom row reads '25', then a tear, '27', '28'.

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

Rooting for you this week! 💙🫶 But if positive self-talk isn't helping, there's support available. Visit our Wellbeing Support website to find FREE face-to-face support for mental wellbeing. Go to: wellbeingsupport.health.nz

A textured blue, human-like figure stands with its back to the viewer, facing a small, round mirror. The reflection in the mirror shows a smiling face. Above, text reads: "You're doing a great job! You've got this!"

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora@healthnz· 25d

🚨 Measles case detected in Palmerston North. If you were in Wellington over the Matariki weekend (11-12 July) or have visited a listed location of interest, watch for symptoms including fever, cough, runny nose, red eyes and a rash. 📍 Check locations of interest: healthnz.govt.nz/measles

A health advisory reads: "Measles confirmed. Have you visited a location of interest? Check now." Below, a map of New Zealand has a red pin on the North Island. At the bottom left: "Health New Zealand Te Whatu Ora."

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora@healthnz· 25d

Winter wellness starts with the little things. Rest when you're tired, slow down when you need to, don't forget to look after you 💙 P.S. If you’re feeling a bit off track, free mental wellbeing support is available. Visit wellbeingsupport.health.nz to find a provider near you.

BINGO! WINTER WELLNESS card. A 12-square grid with self-care tips & emojis: Stretch body, Be kind, Fresh air, Screen break, Eat colourful, Rest, Walk, Chase daylight, Grace, Embrace cosy, Fill cup, Check friend. "Gentle winter reminders...You've got this!❤️"

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora@healthnz· Jul 19

Not every sniffle needs a cancellation. 🤧 Moderate illness, like a cold, runny nose, or mild fever, is usually not a reason to delay immunisations for children. If unsure, give your vaccinator a call before cancelling. Staying on schedule helps keep little ones protected from preventable diseases. 💙

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora@healthnz· Jul 15

If there's a valued elder in your family or community, remind them it's not too late to get a flu vaccination. Flu can be serious for older people, but vaccination can help keep people healthy. Flu immunisation is free for 65+! Visit your pharmacy or doctor, or book at bookmyvaccine.nz

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora@healthnz· Jul 13

🩺 The new FIT pathway helps assess bowel symptoms and get higher-risk patients seen sooner. FIT is a simple at-home test. Available based on symptoms, not age. Talk to your GP. More: www.healthnz.govt.nz/health-topic...

Blue tile with text that reads: "Bowel symptoms? Adk your GP about a FIT test."

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

Faster diagnoses. Shorter waitlists. Health New Zealand is launching a new national programme to help prioritise people with bowel symptoms and reduce colonoscopy waitlists by up to 30%. Read more: www.healthnz.govt.nz/news-and-upd...

Two masked figures in black hoodies stand on a metal structure high above a city, with buildings in the background. They hold a large black banner that reads: 'THE ONLY TIME IT'S OKAY TO POST POO IS FOR A BOWEL SCREENING TEST'.

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora@healthnz· Jun 21

Not every sniffle needs a cancellation 🤧 Moderate illness, like a cold, runny nose, or mild fever, is usually not a reason to delay childhood immunisations. If you're unsure, give your vaccinator a call before cancelling. Staying on schedule helps keep children protected from preventable diseases 💙

A girl with a runny nose next to a woman looking at her phone. Overlay text: Runny nose? Sniffles? No need to cancel your childs immunisation appointment. A digital reminder shows 'Immunisation appointment for Lily today at 10am' with 'Accept' and 'Decline' buttons.

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora@healthnz· Jun 8

Talk to your usual health provider or visit bookmyvaccine.nz to book your winter immunisations now.

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora@healthnz· Apr 28

This makes keeping track so much easier. You can download a personalised immunisation schedule for your child 👇🏽 spr.ly/63325BBMB9U #WorldImmunisationWeek

A hand holds a phone displaying a mother holding her child; text reads "Download your child's immunisation schedule."

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora@healthnz· Apr 27

How would you organise women’s health information? Take our short, anonymous online activity and help us improve how women’s health topics are grouped on our website. Complete the activity here and let us know 👇🏽 iq9hgdfy.optimalworkshop.com/optimalsort/...

Light background with teal text asking, "How would you group women's health topics?"

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora@healthnz· Apr 22

We’ve confirmed a new measles case in Wellington. If you visited any listed locations of interest, please follow the advice provided and monitor for symptoms. 👉 Check our locations of interest page here and find advice: healthnz.govt.nz/locations-of-interest Check back regularly.

Tile with text saying Measles locations of interest in Wellington

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora@healthnz· Apr 20

Wild weather in Welly (even for Welly)! But all Wellington Regional Hospital sites remain operational. Minor to moderate storm damage to some buildings, but services continue. If you can't attend your appointment, call the number on your appointment letter as soon as possible.

Gradient background of dark blue to purple with white text "Wellington Regional Hospital, Wild weather updates". A cartoon graphic of a hospital is on the lower right corner.

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora@healthnz· Apr 9

1/2 Feeling overwhelmed by Cyclone news this weekend? That’s completely understandable. Support is available. You can talk to someone for free, any time: 1737 Need to Talk. Call or text 1737 or visit 1737.org.nz.

Tile with text that reads: If you're feeling unsettled about another weather event, you're not alone. Mental wellbeing support is available. Call or text 1737 any time.

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora@healthnz· Apr 1

Flu vaccines are available from today, 1 April. Free for 65+, anyone who is pregnant and those with certain health conditions. Learn more, plus eligibility: www.healthnz.govt.nz/health-topics/immunisations/vaccines-aotearoa/flu-vaccine Book online 👉 bookmyvaccine.health.nz

Gradient background of dark blue to purple, reads "Flu immunisations Available now". A bandage with a heart is in the corner.

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora@healthnz· Mar 8

New measles cases: More locations of interest confirmed, public asked to monitor for symptoms. Locations of interest: healthnz.govt.nz/health-topics/…

Tile with text that reads: Measles, new cases and locations of interest

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora@healthnz· Feb 24

Two measles cases have been confirmed in Auckland, linked to recent overseas travel. Public Health is tracing contacts. More info and link to locations of interest: spr.ly/63326hWb8G

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora@healthnz· Feb 16

⚠️ Severe weather across the North Island. Avoid floodwater, limit travel, and follow MetService + Civil Defence for updates. Check on neighbours. Feeling stressed? Text/call 1737. Healthline 0800 611 116, call your GP, or use online GP options: info.health.nz/OnlineGP In emergencies, call 111.

Blue tile with a picture of a heart on it. There is white text on the tile, above the heart, which reads: "Take care out there."

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora@healthnz· Feb 5

👉Wellington residents/visitors: It is not safe to swim or collect/eat seafood along the south coast, currently. Please stay out of the water, avoid collecting and eating seafood, and follow all posted warnings. More: wellingtonwater.co.nz/about-us/news-and-media/news-and-media-2/moa-point-discharge

Blue tile with text reading - "Public health alert - Wellington's south coast beaches are not safe currently for swimming, gathering or eating kaimoana/seafood."

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora@healthnz· Feb 1

Longer prescriptions are here. From 1 February some people with stable, long-term health conditions may be able to get prescriptions that last up to 12 months. Ask your doctor if 12 month prescriptions are right for you. Find out more: info.health.nz/prescriptions

A woman in a white coat holds a prescription bag. Text reads: "Some prescriptions are getting... LOOOOOOOOONGER. Health New Zealand Te Whatu Ora. Ask your doctor if 12 month prescriptions are right for you."

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora@healthnz· Jan 30

Dengue cases are rising in places like Samoa, American Samoa, the Cook Islands, Kiribati, Nauru and Tuvalu. 🦟 Dengue spreads through mosquito bites. More info and advice: spr.ly/6010hDlEi

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora@healthnz· Jan 30

A new measles case has been confirmed in Tauranga. It is related to overseas travel & not connected to the previous outbreak late last year. Check locations of interest and symptoms. Make sure your MMR vaccinations are up to date. info.health.nz/health-topic... tewhatuora.govt.nz/news-and-upd...

Tile with text that says: "Measles, new case in Tauranga."

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora@healthnz· Dec 15

One new measles case confirmed today - bringing Aotearoa’s total to 31 (28 no longer infectious). Two new Auckland locations of interest identified: Check the full list online: spr.ly/63327CySfH

Measles outbreak update as of December 15th. One new case of measles; 31 known cases nationally (28 no longer infectious). Health officials confirm two new locations of interest. Monitor for symptoms, call Healthline 0800 611 116.

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora@healthnz· Dec 5

Two new measles cases confirmed - Queenstown & Auckland, linked to known exposures. 30 cases nationally (22 no longer infectious). New locations of interest: Bluebridge ferry 30 Nov, RÜFÜS DU SOL concert 29 Nov, malls in AKL & WLG. Check LOIs & advice: info.health.nz/measles

Tile with text, which reads: Measles outbreak update 5 Dec. Two new cases, one in Queenstown and one in Auckland. Both linked to known exposures. New locations of interest including Bluebridge Connemara ferry sailings, and RÜFÜS DU SOL concert, Western Springs Stadium Auckland. Check the locations of interest on our website and follow health advice. Measles symptoms? Call Healthline.

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora@healthnz· Dec 4

1/2 Measles outbreak in NZ is not under control. Cases continue to pop up across the country, risk of community transmission high. Measles is highly contagious - please check your immunity before summer travel. ✅ Born after 1969? You need 2 MMR doses. 📞 Symptoms? Call Healthline: 0800 611 116.