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This is the official Health New Zealand- Waitaha Canterbury page to let you know what's happening

This Te Whatu Ora |Health NZ Waitaha Canterbury page is to assist staff and our community to keep in touch with each other and keep up to date. Please note this page is only monitored during working hours. It is not a page to make official complaints or booking medical appointments. Te Whatu Ora Waitaha has the right to remove any comments that are offensive or inaccurate.

19/01/2026

🔍 Returning your completed bowel screening kit just got easier!
✅ All eligible participants (aged 58-74 years) can now return their completed test kit to any Awanui Lab Collection Centre across Canterbury!
👉 Find a collection centre near you: http://spr.ly/6180CNd2w
This option may be easier than finding a post box.
✅ Bowel Screening is a simple test completed at home that aims to detect bowel cancer and pre-cancerous growths when they can often be successfully treated.
✅ If you - or someone you know is eligible – complete the test and return it as soon as possible.
👉 If you think you should have received your kit or if you have any questions, Call: 0800 924 432 or Email: info@bowelscreening.health.nz

18/01/2026

💐 We appreciate the positive feedback from our patients. Your comments help us continue providing quality care every day.
💙 Thank you for sharing your experiences with us.

15/01/2026

Health NZ has lifted its health warnings at Corsair Bay | Motu-kauati-iti, Cass Bay | Motu-kauati-rahi at jetty, Cass Bay | Motu-kauati-rahi at beach, and Rāpaki Bay at beach. A health warning has also been lifted for the Hurunui River at SH1 Bridge.

Health NZ issued a health warning on Saturday 10th January after being advised by authorities that there had been a discharge of untreated sewage into Motu-kauati-iti | Corsair Bay. Latest water testing results show faecal bacteria levels at these sites are now below guideline values, and the health warnings have been removed with the water at these sites now suitable for recreational use.

On Tuesday 9th December a harmful algal bloom health warning had been issued for the Hurunui River at SH1 Bridge - this has now been lifted. Recent cyanobacteria surveys of the Hurunui River at SH1 Bridge has shown the cover of potentially toxic harmful algae (benthic cyanobacteria) has reduced and is now below levels that are of concern to public health.

For more info about Motu-kauati-iti | Corsair Bay 👉http://spr.ly/6185CLM5v
For more info about Hurunui River at SH1 Bridge 👉http://spr.ly/6186CLM5a

14/01/2026

❗️Health Warning❗️

Health NZ has issued a health warning for harmful algal bloom in Lake Hood.

People should avoid the lake and animals, particularly dogs, should not be allowed near the water until the health warning has been lifted.

For more info 👉http://spr.ly/6182CxCum

10/01/2026

❗️Health Warning❗️

Health NZ has issued a health warning after being advised by authorities that there has been a discharge of untreated sewage into Motu-kauati-iti |Corsair Bay.

This health warning includes Corsair Bay | Motu-kauati-iti, Cass Bay | Motu-kauati-rahi at jetty, Cass Bay | Motu-kauati-rahi at beach, and Rāpaki Bay at beach.

Dr Imogen Evans, Public Health Medicine Specialist for National Public Health Service, says “Water quality at the affected site is not considered suitable for recreational uses including swimming because of the risk to health from the bacteria and other pathogens”.

Water contaminated by human matter may contain a range of disease-causing micro-organisms such as viruses, bacteria and protozoa she says.

Eating fish or shellfish from these sites should be avoided. If fish are eaten, remove the gut and liver and wash in clean water before cooking.

For more info 👉
https://www.lawa.org.nz/explore-data/canterbury-region/warnings-and-alerts/sewage-overflow-health-warning-unsafe-water-quality

08/01/2026

As the weather heats up across Canterbury this weekend, remember these simple tips to stay safe in the heat:

💧 Drink water often, even if you don’t feel thirsty

🧢 Keep cool – seek shade, wear light clothing, and use fans or air-conditioning where possible

🏠 Keep indoor spaces cool by closing curtains during the day (if you don’t have air-conditioning) open windows and doors for air circulation

☀️ If you’re outside having fun in the sun, remember to slip, slop, slap and wrap

👪 Look out for whānau, neighbours and friends, especially older people and young children

🐶 Don’t forget your pets – make sure they have plenty of fresh water, shade, and a cool place to rest. Avoid walking dogs during the hottest parts of the day.

Take care, look after each other, and stay safe in the heat ☀️

More info: http://spr.ly/6184CqVqK
For accessible format heat advice: http://spr.ly/6187CoQgJ

31/12/2025

Ka Ora Telecare is here for rural communities over the holidays. If you need health advice or can’t get to a GP, Ka Ora offers after-hours video or phone consultations with nurses and doctors.

✅ Free initial assessment by a Kaiāwhina or Nurse
✅ Book an appointment for later or speak to a clinician straight away
ℹ️ If you’re 14+ and need a nurse practitioner or doctor, a charge applies (see details on our website)

📞 Call 0800 252 672 (0800 KA ORA)
💻 Or book online: https://kaora.co.nz/app/

Opening hours:
🕔 Weekdays: 5pm - 8am
📅 Weekends & public holidays: 24 hours

Your health matters - even when you’re far from town.

30/12/2025

✅ Cold dips on a hot summer’s day

❌ When you’re heading out for a swim at your favourite lake, river or beach this summer, don’t forget to check the water quality.

Each summer, popular swimming sites across the motu are tested for unsafe levels of bacteria or cyanobacteria (toxic algae). High levels of cyanobacteria can be harmful to humans, dogs, and wildlife.

You can look out for water quality information signs or check online at ‘Can I swim here?’: Land, Air, Water Aotearoa (LAWA) - Can I Swim Here? Or ‘Decide with Safeswim’ at safeswim.org.nz

Swimmers are urged to avoid getting in the water within 48 hours of significant rainfall as heavy rain can wash contaminants into our waterways.

To keep up to date with current health warnings visit: info.health.nz/health-alerts

29/12/2025

Need to see a doctor over the holidays?

If you don’t have a GP or can’t get an appointment, an online or over-the-phone GP service could be a great option.

✅ Book an appointment from wherever you are
✅ Get the care you need without the wait

Find an online or phone doctor appointment here: www.info.health.nz/onlinegp

28/12/2025

🤢 Gastro is a stomach bug that causes diarrhoea, nausea, stomach pain and fever. Gastro spreads very easily from person to person! Wash hands with soap and water, dry thoroughly - especially before eating and after the toilet. If symptoms hit, stay home for 24-48 hours after the last episode. More info: info.health.nz

27/12/2025

🔥 Stay cool & well this summer! It’s going to be a hot one.

Top tips for keeping well in the heat:

Drink plenty of water, avoid alcohol and caffeine.

Wear lightweight, loose-fitting cotton clothing

Be Sunsmart; remember to Slip, Slop, Slap and Wrap. Check sun protection times: sunsmart.org.nz

Avoid going outside during the hottest time of the day.

Very importantly: Never leave kids or pets unattended in cars.

26/12/2025

This summer, your usual health provider might be closed during the Christmas and New Year period. Did you know that pharmacies can help with a lot of health concerns?

Some of the things they may be able to help with:

✅ Expert medication advice

✅ Emergency contraception

✅ Some immunisations

✅ Some urinary or eye infections

✅ Fixing up minor cuts

✅ Checking rashes

✅ Doing basic health checks

And more.

Find your closest one through healthpoint.co.nz.

Learn more about what pharmacists can help with at info.health.nz

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Tuesday	8am - 5:30pm
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