Health NZ - Waitematā

Health NZ - Waitematā Health NZ- Waitematā serves the largest population in the country - more than 630,000

We employ around 7000 people in more than 30 different locations and manage a budget of more than $1.2 billion a year, serving the residents of the former council areas of Rodney, North Shore City and Waitakere City. Te Whatu Ora - Waitematā operates North Shore Hospital, on the shores of Lake Pupuke in Takapuna, and Waitakere Hospital in West Auckland. We provide emergency, medical, surgical, maternity, community health and mental health services. We also provide a range of services for the Auckland region, including child rehabilitation and respite at Takapuna's Wilson Centre, forensic psychiatric services at the Mason Clinic in Point Chevalier, oral health services for children and young people, and Community Alcohol and Drug Services. Our organisational promise:

Best care for everyone

Our values:

- Everyone matters
- Connected
- With compassion
- Better, best, brilliant

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If you are feeling overwhelmed by the news about the Cyclone this weekend, that is completely understandable. Support is...
09/04/2026

If you are feeling overwhelmed by the news about the Cyclone this weekend, that is 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

ℹ️ For health advice during flooding and emergency situations, visit healthnz.govt.nz/floods.

⚠️ For regular updates, follow MetService New Zealand and Auckland Emergency Management.

Contact your doctor or usual health professional, or call Healthline 24/7 on 0800 611 116 if you have any concerns about your own or others’ health. If based rurally, call 0800 KA ORA (0800 252 672) to speak to a nurse or doctor.

Health NZ Waitematā district nurses are taking industrial action today (Wednesday 8 April).If you have a District Nurse ...
07/04/2026

Health NZ Waitematā district nurses are taking industrial action today (Wednesday 8 April).

If you have a District Nurse appointment scheduled for today, come to your appointment at the usual clinic location unless we have contacted you directly.

07/04/2026

Health NZ Waitematā district nurses are taking industrial action tomorrow (Wednesday 8 April).

If you have a District Nurse appointment scheduled for tomorrow, come to your appointment at the usual clinic location unless we have contacted you directly.

Winter is approaching. Protect yourself and your family. Flu vaccines are available starting today, 1 April, to safeguar...
31/03/2026

Winter is approaching. Protect yourself and your family.

Flu vaccines are available starting today, 1 April, to safeguard you and your community this winter.

Alongside flu, Covid, and whooping cough also spread more easily in colder months. Immunisation effectively reduces severe illness, hospitalisation, and the spread of winter viruses.

✅ Flu vaccines available now
✅ Covid vaccines year-round; ensure you’re up-to-date before winter
✅ Free vaccines for those aged 65+, anyone who is pregnant, and people with certain health conditions.

👶 Protect pēpi this winter
Whooping cough (pertussis) can be serious for babies. Pregnant women should get immunised to pass some immunity to newborns until they receive their own immunisations at 6 weeks. (Ensure baby's immunisations are timely!)

You can book vaccines at many pharmacies, GPs, Hauora Māori, and Pacific health providers, as well as some midwives and community vaccinators.

📅 Book your vaccination online at 👉 bookmyvaccine.health.nz

In addition to vaccination, prevent winter illness by staying home if unwell, washing hands frequently, and practicing good hygiene.

“My dad used to wear a badge when I was little on his dressing gown that said, 'Girls are powerful'. It sounds small, bu...
11/03/2026

“My dad used to wear a badge when I was little on his dressing gown that said, 'Girls are powerful'. It sounds small, but when you grow up seeing that every day, it shapes what you think is possible. I have three sisters, and in our house, it was normal - and expected – that girls would work and achieve.

That message was reinforced by the women around me. My grandmothers were strong - one escaped N**i Germany and rebuilt a life from nothing in a new country, and the other became a single mum in a time when that was almost unheard of, and essentially unacceptable. They showed me what courage and independence look like in real life, not theory.

My mum has that same spirit. She worked, built a career, and assumed her daughters would do the same. It was just part of who you were as you got on with life.

And while I’ve had these incredible female role models, I’ve also been supported by many men throughout my career. Leaders who encouraged me, challenged me, and opened doors I might not have stepped through on my own. Good leadership isn’t limited to only one gender, and good support doesn’t come from only one place.”

- Laura Chapman, Chief Medical Officer

"When I look back on my career, there’s one thing that really stands out: I’ve been surrounded by incredible women who b...
10/03/2026

"When I look back on my career, there’s one thing that really stands out: I’ve been surrounded by incredible women who believed in me long before I believed in myself. One of the biggest influences was Kate Smedley. Taking on my first role outside Allied Health felt like a huge leap, and she made the whole thing feel safe. She led with kindness, encouraged every question, and created a space where learning - and even getting things wrong - was completely okay. She shared openly, supported generously, and quietly pushed me to grow.

She was also the one who nudged me toward a much larger leadership role. I wasn’t looking. I was happy where I was. But she could see something bigger for me, and her encouragement helped me take a step I probably wouldn’t have taken on my own. That’s been a hugely important part of my career - women tapping me on the shoulder, backing me, and seeing strengths I hadn’t quite recognised yet.

A belief from my whānau that’s guided me through all of this is manaakitanga - caring for and uplifting others. It shapes how I lead. For me, it’s about creating spaces where people feel valued and confident to speak up. You pitch in, you stay steady, and you don’t walk past something that needs attention. Nothing is beneath any of us. That sense of collective responsibility is at the heart of how I support our teams."

- Tamzin Brott, Chief Allied Health, Scientific and Technical

09/03/2026

Health NZ dietitians Izzy and Lindsay share simple, practical tips for healthier kids’ lunchboxes ⚡
Find more easy nutrition advice: healthnz.govt.nz/health-topics/keeping-healthy/eating-well

HPV (human papillomavirus) is one of the most common viruses in the world. For many people it causes no harm, but it can...
03/03/2026

HPV (human papillomavirus) is one of the most common viruses in the world. For many people it causes no harm, but it can lead to several preventable cancers.

✅ The HPV vaccine is the best protection against HPV. It’s a safe and effective way to protect people of all genders.

💙 The HPV vaccine is free for people aged 9 - 26. Most young people are offered the vaccine at school, usually in Year 7 or 8. This is the best time to vaccinate and get long lasting protection.

🏫 Missed it at school? You, or your whānau, can still catch up. It’s easy to get the HPV vaccine from your local healthcare providers. You can also book online through Book My Vaccine.

👫HPV affects everyone. Cervical cancer is the most common cancer caused by HPV, but it’s not the only one. Around a third of HPV related cancers affect men.

🫶When everyone is vaccinated, it helps protect the whole community.

ℹ️ Find out more and book your vaccine today (link in the first comment).

Measles is back in Tāmaki Makaurau again. This is a serious illness that spreads easily. There was a risk of the virus s...
27/02/2026

Measles is back in Tāmaki Makaurau again. This is a serious illness that spreads easily. There was a risk of the virus spreading at these locations across the North Shore and West Auckland:

📍Taco Bell Westgate
📅 Monday 16 February 2026
⌚ 8am to 11am

📍Subway Rosedale
📅 Monday 16 February 2026
⌚ 1.00pm to 2.30pm

📍KFC Westgate
📅 Tuesday 17 February 2026
⌚8am to 11am

📍Pak n Save Albany
📅 Tuesday 17 February 2026
⌚ 10.45 am to 12.15 pm

📍Katsubi Rosedale
📅 Thursday 19 February 2026
⌚ 12.45pm to 2.15pm

📍Bunnings Constellation Drive Albany
📅 Saturday 21 February 2026
⌚ 10.45am to 12.30pm

📍Tank Massey, Maki Street
📅 Saturday 21 February 2026
⌚ 12.00pm to 1.15 pm

📍25mL Cafe, Hobsonville Point
📅 Sunday 22 February 2026
⌚ 10.30am to 1.00pm

📍Woolworths Hobsonville
📅 Sunday 22 February 2026
⌚ 12.00pm to 1.30pm

📍Subway Rosedale
📅 Tuesday 24 February 2026
⌚ 11.30am – 12.50pm

📍 Unichem Pharmacy Westgate
📅 Tuesday 24 February 2026
⌚ 11:00am to 12:20pm

If you were at these places at the dates and times listed, visit the 🔗 below for info on how to keep you and your whānau safe 👇🏽
https://www.healthnz.govt.nz/locations-of-interest

📞 Got questions or concerns? Call Healthline for free anytime on 0800 611 116.

Two new measles cases have been confirmed in Auckland, linked to recent overseas travel. Public Health is carrying out c...
24/02/2026

Two new measles cases have been confirmed in Auckland, linked to recent overseas travel.

Public Health is carrying out contact tracing and providing advice to those affected. Both cases are from the same household.

Locations of interest include:
• Flight SQ281 from Singapore to Auckland on 17 February 2026
• Auckland International Airport between 11.30pm on 17 February and 1.30am on 18 February
• Waitakere Hospital ED waiting room on 21 February from 9am to 11am.

If you were on flight SQ281 (rows 31 to 46) or at Waitakere Hospital ED at the listed time and have not been contacted, please call Healthline on 0800 611 116.

Measles symptoms include:
🤒 High fever, cough, runny nose, and sore red eyes
🔴 A rash that begins on the face and spreads down the body, lasting up to one week.

If you have symptoms, phone your doctor or healthcare provider before visiting. This helps prevent further spread. You can also call Healthline at any time for free advice (0800 611 116).

MMR vaccination is the best protection against measles. Two doses after the age of 12 months provide strong immunity. Infants aged 4 to 11 months travelling to countries with active measles outbreaks may be advised to receive an extra early dose. Speak with your healthcare provider for guidance.

The MMR vaccine is free for everyone under 18, and for most adults.

👇🏽 Check the first comment for links to measles info, booking a vaccine online, and the full media release about the new cases.

02/02/2026

Dengue fever - symptoms 🦟

Dengue is on the rise in parts of the Pacific Islands.

Many people with dengue have no symptoms at all, or only feel mildly unwell.

If symptoms do appear, they usually start 3 to 14 days after being bitten by an infected mosquito and can last 2 to 7 days.

Common symptoms include:
✅ sudden high temperature (fever)
✅ intense headache
✅ pain behind the eyes
✅ muscle and joint pain
✅ feeling very tired
✅ nausea or vomiting
✅ a fine, itchy rash (often starting on the arms and legs, but not the palms or soles).

Some people experience severe muscle and bone pain.

⚠️ Warning signs of severe dengue

A few people may develop severe dengue within 2 to 5 days of symptoms starting. Your condition can worsen quickly, even if the fever seems to be improving.

Anyone with symptoms of severe dengue needs hospital care, as it can be life-threatening.

30/01/2026

✈️ Heading to the Pacific? Dengue cases are rising in many countries, including Samoa, American Samoa, the Cook Islands, Kiribati, Nauru and Tuvalu. The Cook Islands has been very hard hit, and more travellers are returning to NZ with dengue.

🦟 Dengue is spread by mosquitoes (not people), and there’s no vaccine available here.

Protect yourself: wear repellent with DEET, cover up, stay somewhere with screens or nets, and avoid areas with standing water.

If you get symptoms like fever, headache, eye pain, muscle aches, nausea or a fine rash, seek medical advice quickly.

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