Your health

Watch a Ministry of Health video about three whānau with kids under five years old, and find the answers to common... read more about Kids’ health: The first five years»

Palliative care is care for a person of any age who has a life-limiting illness. It isn't only for older people, and it... read more about Learn about palliative care options for you or your loved ones»

We all have mental health, and just like there are ways we can improve our physical health, there are things we can do to improve our mental health too.

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It’s easy to keep your smile looking good. The Ministry of Health has put together some facts and simple tips on how... read more about Maintain that killer smile»

Eating well can help you look better, have more energy at work, perform better at sports, and live longer. Read a... read more about Manly eating: Moving on from steak and two veg»

... read more about Measles and young people: Are you immunised?»

From 12 June through 30 September 2023, we’re funding participating community pharmacies in Waitaha Canterbury, to provide a Minor Health Conditions Service for Māori and Pacific people, children aged under 14 years, and community service card holders.

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Monkeypox (MPX) is a viral disease that can be transmitted by close contact with skin lesions, body fluids, respiratory droplets and contaminated materials.

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Serious allergies can threaten your child’s life. Starting school can be a particularly scary time for a parent,... read more about My child has a serious allergy. What can I do?»

When settling in Canterbury you need to register with a General Practice Team. This team will become your first point... read more about New to Canterbury? ​Register with a General Practice team for your health care needs»

Depression is not a normal part of ageing and it is not a character weakness. It is a medical illness and there are... read more about Older people can get depressed too. Find out how to manage it»

When people take high doses of opioids, it can lead to an overdose, with the slowing or stopping of breathing and... read more about Overdosing on opioids»

Winter can be a really tough time to navigate, and COVID-19 and a very contagious flu strain have made this year particularly challenging.

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New Zealand has a world-leading health system which makes most services available free (or subsidised) to people who... read more about Paying for your healthcare»

Persistent pain is pain that continues past the time you were expected to recover from an injury or illness, generally... read more about Persistent and chronic pain: What to do»

You need to take extra care of your teeth at times when you mature and change, for example, puberty or menopause, and... read more about Pregnant women can be more vulnerable to gum disease. Find out how to prevent it»

There are some simple things you can do to reduce your chances of getting the Big C. It’s up to you how many of these... read more about Reduce your cancer risk»

To renew a prescription, you usually need an appointment at your health clinic to review your health and check how your... read more about Renewing prescriptions»

If you or a family member is thinking about going into a rest home or hospital care, you may be eligible for government... read more about Rest homes & retirement villages: make an informed choice»

Many men have trouble peeing, or trouble stopping peeing. If you have urinary symptoms, you can get help. It is... read more about Retrain your bladder»

Make your GP team your first call 24/7. Unless it’s an emergency (when you should call 111), always make your general... read more about Safe swimming water in Christchurch and Canterbury»

The Accident Compensation Corporation (ACC) provides support and services to people with lasting impairments after... read more about Serious injuries and disabilities»

Christchurch Women's Hospital has social workers who can give you support and information. They can do this before,... read more about Social work services for women’s health»

Get training tips, learn how to recognise concussion, and learn about the skills to play rugby, league, netball and... read more about SportSmart training tips»

Throughout life good and bad things happen. It is normal to feel overwhelmed or stressed when changes are happening in... read more about Stress is very common. Here’s how to limit it»

COVID-19 support and information for disabled people

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There are a lot of services and support available for older people with different needs. The Needs Assessment Service... read more about Support and services for older people in Canterbury»

Children and young people often need special assistance to cope with trauma and difficult times. They look to adults for help. The information in this page can assist you in providing that help.

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These videos pull together useful, practical information about managing anxiety for parents.  They are based on the content of Te Whatu Ora Waitaha's Parenting Anxious Children Education Sessions.

read more Supporting Young People with Anxiety – Strategies for Parents»

Fit4Football recommends all players and referees follow the 11+ warm up three times a week: twice at training and once... read more about The 11+ football warm up»

The Ministry of Health is responsible for implementing the End of Life Choice Act 2019 (the Act). This includes making... read more about The End of Life Choice Act 2019 and the Assisted Dying Service»

You and your child will need lots of help and support in the first few years. Find out about health services for your... read more about The most important health services for you and your child»

About 250 tackles are made in an average game – that’s 250 chances of injury in 80 minutes. Learn about safe... read more about The no.1 cause of injury in rugby»

Excessive sugar is one of the biggest risks to our health, and fizzy drinks are jam-packed with the stuff. Find out... read more about The truth about fizzy drinks»

From finding out if you're pregnant, right through until the maternity services after the birth, there are people to... read more about These services are here to help with your pregnancy»

Falls are the most common cause of injury for people 65 years or older, and falls make up two thirds of all ACC claims... read more about This is the most common injury for people 65 years and older»

If you have symptoms such as blood in your faeces or unusual bowel movements that continue for weeks see your GP team... read more about This little test could save your life!»

Staying active is one of the best things you can do for your health and wellbeing. Even if you are getting older, or... read more about This one simple thing will help you live longer, happier, and healthier»

When warmth wanes, why whine, when we have ways to win with winter wellness? Find out which illnesses are more common... read more about Top tips to avoid winter illnesses»

After a traumatic event it is normal to feel distressed, and to experience thoughts, feelings, or physical sensations that you may not have had before.

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