Monday 11 April 2016Quick Read
In this week’s CEO Update David Meates talks about the new Health and Safety legislation and gives a big push to... read more about CEO Update – Monday 11 April 2016»
Health news
Read the latest Canterbury District Health Board (CDHB) health news, media releases, and current health alerts for the Canterbury region. Our flagship news publications CEO Update and WellNow Canterbury magazine are available to read online. The Canterbury DHB Communications team are also available to assist with any enquiries from media.
452 news items.
Media release
Work underway to get Burwood Birthing Unit open
Friday 8 April 2016Quick Read
Work is underway for the temporary reopening of Burwood Birthing Unit. Canterbury DHB closed the unit, after staff and... read more about Work underway to get Burwood Birthing Unit open»
Media release
Burwood Birthing Unit to temporarily reopen
Tuesday 5 April 2016Quick Read
Canterbury DHB will temporarily reopen the Burwood Birthing Unit. The announcement was made at a meeting this week with... read more about Burwood Birthing Unit to temporarily reopen»
Canterbury DHB News
CEO Update – Monday 4 April 2016
Monday 4 April 2016Quick Read
In this week’s CEO Update David Meates encourages us to get behind the April Falls Prevention campaign, whether... read more about CEO Update – Monday 4 April 2016»
Canterbury DHB News
CEO Update – Tuesday 29 March 2016
Tuesday 29 March 2016Quick Read
In this week’s CEO Update David Meates encourages us to look after ourselves, so we’re better able to look after... read more about CEO Update – Tuesday 29 March 2016»
Media release
Celebrating the South Island’s one millionth electronic referral
Wednesday 23 March 2016Quick Read
With a click of the mouse and an ‘accepted' message, the one millionth successful electronic request for... read more about Celebrating the South Island’s one millionth electronic referral»
Media release
Canterbury DHB pleased increased mental health need recognised
Monday 21 March 2016Quick Read
Canterbury DHB chair, Murray Cleverley, is pleased with today’s announcement by the Minister of Health, Dr Jonathan... read more about Canterbury DHB pleased increased mental health need recognised»
Canterbury DHB News
CEO Update – Monday 21 March 2016
Monday 21 March 2016Quick Read
In this week’s CEO Update David Meates urges us to protect ourselves, our whānau, our patients and our community... read more about CEO Update – Monday 21 March 2016»
Canterbury DHB News
CEO Update – Monday 14 March 2016
Monday 14 March 2016Quick Read
In this week’s CEO Update David Meates talks about Canterbury’s Sexual Health Centre’s new home, which was... read more about CEO Update – Monday 14 March 2016»
Canterbury DHB News
CEO Update – Monday 7 March 2016
Monday 7 March 2016Quick Read
In this week’s CEO Update David Meates acknowledges the enormous contribution that Dr Nigel Millar, Chief Medical... read more about CEO Update – Monday 7 March 2016»
Canterbury DHB News
CEO Update – Monday 29 February 2016
Monday 29 February 2016Quick Read
In this week’s CEO Update David Meates talks about how he was humbled and proud to be part of last week’s People in... read more about CEO Update – Monday 29 February 2016»
Media release
Health Warning – Algal Bloom in Lake Pegasus
Wednesday 24 February 2016Quick Read
The Community and Public Health division of Canterbury District Health Board has issued a health warning after... read more about Health Warning – Algal Bloom in Lake Pegasus»
Media release
Post-quakes pressures on Canterbury continue to shake the health system
Tuesday 23 February 2016Quick Read
The latest national health target results show a Canterbury health system that is continuing to deliver for its... read more about Post-quakes pressures on Canterbury continue to shake the health system»
Canterbury DHB News
CEO Update – Monday 22 February 2016
Monday 22 February 2016Quick Read
In this week’s CEO Update David Meates acknowledges the past and looks to the future. The majority of Cantabs who... read more about CEO Update – Monday 22 February 2016»
Media release
River of Flowers returns for quake anniversary
Thursday 18 February 2016Quick Read
Cantabrians are being invited to take part in the annual River of Flowers commemoration for the fifth anniversary of... read more about River of Flowers returns for quake anniversary»
Media release
Canterbury DHB has not made a decision to cut services
Tuesday 16 February 2016Quick Read
Canterbury District Health Board chair, Murray Cleverley says the Board has not made a decision to cut mental health... read more about Canterbury DHB has not made a decision to cut services»
Media release
Canterbury Health System update, message from David Meates CEO
Tuesday 16 February 2016
The Canterbury Health System's seamless response to Sunday's magnitude 5.7 earthquake demonstrates another incredible... read more about Canterbury Health System update, message from David Meates CEO»
Canterbury DHB News
CEO Update – Monday 15 February 2016
Monday 15 February 2016Quick Read
In this week’s CEO Update David Meates thanks all of you who had no other choice but to keep providing health... read more about CEO Update – Monday 15 February 2016»
Media release
Post earthquake situation update from Canterbury DHB, 4.30pm Sunday 14 February 2016
Sunday 14 February 2016Quick Read
Following today's earthquakes, Canterbury District Health Board Chief Executive David Meates says people should check... read more about Post earthquake situation update from Canterbury DHB, 4.30pm Sunday 14 February 2016»
Media release
Christchurch Hospital’s main entrance reopened with a temporary container entrance
Tuesday 9 February 2016Quick Read
Christchurch Hospital's main entrance is now open with entry via a temporary shipping container ‘tunnel' to allow... read more about Christchurch Hospital’s main entrance reopened with a temporary container entrance»
Canterbury DHB News
CEO Update – Tuesday 9 February 2016
Tuesday 9 February 2016Quick Read
In this week’s CEO Update David Meates thanks the team who pulled out all the stops to install a new temporary... read more about CEO Update – Tuesday 9 February 2016»
Media release
Christchurch Hospital’s main entrance closed
Friday 5 February 2016Quick Read
Christchurch Hospital's main entrance and drop-off zone is closed until further notice because of the potential risk... read more about Christchurch Hospital’s main entrance closed»
Media release
Ready to ride – Go Bike Day
Thursday 4 February 2016Quick Read
It's time to dust off your old 10-speed, check your brakes, wipe the cobwebs off your helmet, and get ready for Go by... read more about Ready to ride – Go Bike Day»
Media release
Dates announced for the first services to move to the Burwood Hospital Campus
Monday 1 February 2016Quick Read
The first of Canterbury's new Christchurch-based hospital facilities will be open and in use in just over four months.... read more about Dates announced for the first services to move to the Burwood Hospital Campus»
Media release
Government gives green light to new Christchurch Outpatients
Monday 1 February 2016Quick Read
The Minister of Health, Hon. Jonathan Coleman and Minister of Finance, Hon. Bill English, have given the go... read more about Government gives green light to new Christchurch Outpatients»
Canterbury DHB News
CEO Update – Monday 1 February 2016
Monday 1 February 2016Quick Read
In this week’s CEO Update David Meates announces dates for the commissioning and moving into our new facilities at... read more about CEO Update – Monday 1 February 2016»
CEO Update
CEO Update Monday 25 January 2016
Monday 25 January 2016Quick Read
In this week's CEO Update, David Meates provides some tips on easing back into work after the festive season,... read more about CEO Update Monday 25 January 2016»
Media release
Stay cool when you’re feeling hot, hot, hot…
Tuesday 22 December 2015Quick Read
Summer has kicked off with a scorcher. With yesterday’s temperatures reaching well into the mid-30s, health... read more about Stay cool when you’re feeling hot, hot, hot…»
CEO Update
CEO Update – Monday 21 December 2015
Monday 21 December 2015Quick Read
In today’s CEO Update, Chief Executive David Meates shares stories of success of the frail elderly pathway,... read more about CEO Update – Monday 21 December 2015»
Media release
Phone your General Practice Team for after hours care
Friday 18 December 2015Quick Read
Selwyn residents requiring after hours health care are being encouraged to phone their General Practice Team in the... read more about Phone your General Practice Team for after hours care»
Media release
Faecal contamination in Christchurch waterways
Friday 18 December 2015
New research shows wildfowl such as ducks and Canadian geese are the biggest contributors to faecal contamination in... read more about Faecal contamination in Christchurch waterways»
CEO Update
CEO Update – Monday 14 December 2015
Monday 14 December 2015Quick Read
In today’s CEO Update, Chief Executive David Meates provides an update on two reports released last week, outlining... read more about CEO Update – Monday 14 December 2015»
Media release
Measles case prompts immunisation warning
Friday 11 December 2015Quick Read
Health officials have issued a measles warning following confirmation an infected tourist has visited Wellington,... read more about Measles case prompts immunisation warning»
CEO Update
CEO Update – Monday 7 December 2015
Monday 7 December 2015Quick Read
In today’s CEO Update, Chief Executive David Meates celebrates the launch of the Canterbury Children's Team, putting... read more about CEO Update – Monday 7 December 2015»
Media release
Health Warning Algal Bloom in Selwyn Waikirikiri River at the Whitecliffs Domain
Friday 4 December 2015Quick Read
The Community and Public Health division of the Canterbury District Health Board have issued a health warning after... read more about Health Warning Algal Bloom in Selwyn Waikirikiri River at the Whitecliffs Domain»
Media release
Cycle lanes bring many benefits
Friday 4 December 2015Quick Read
The Canterbury District Health Board has submitted in favour of proposals by the Christchurch City Council to develop... read more about Cycle lanes bring many benefits»
Media release
Open reporting key to improving our health system
Friday 4 December 2015Quick Read
Canterbury District Health Board (CDHB) remains committed to transparent and open reporting of Serious Adverse Events,... read more about Open reporting key to improving our health system»
CEO Update
CEO Update – Monday 30 November 2015
Monday 30 November 2015Quick Read
In today’s CEO Update, Chief Executive David Meates celebrates the long-awaited opening of the Rangiora Health Hub,... read more about CEO Update – Monday 30 November 2015»
Media release
Special donation is the next best thing to a fairy-tale
Thursday 26 November 2015Quick Read
A school girl who knows what it is like to be in hospital has spent hours making fairy dresses for Christchurch... read more about Special donation is the next best thing to a fairy-tale»
Media release
Canterbury DHB sustains strong performance in health targets Q1, 2015-2016
Tuesday 24 November 2015Quick Read
The Canterbury Health System continues to perform strongly in the National Health Targets, released today. Mary... read more about Canterbury DHB sustains strong performance in health targets Q1, 2015-2016»
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