East Health Trust PHO

04/05/2026

Bowel cancer is one of the most common cancers in Aotearoa New Zealand, but it can often be treated successfully when found early. That is why free bowel screening is available through the National Bowel Screening Programme.

The programme is simple and easy for you to use at home. It is offered every two years if you are aged between 58 to 74 and it was recently lowered from 60. You do not need to sign up. If you are eligible, you will automatically be sent a bowel screening kit in the mail around your birthday.

A good way to make sure you receive a kit if you are eligable is to make sure you contact details are up to date with your GP, the kit comes by post.

20/04/2026

Growing Stronger Together workshops are being held in Epsom and Point Chevalier.
They are designed to support parents and caregivers of children aged 5-12 to better understand children's emotions and needs, particularly during times when families may be experiencing health or well-being challenges.

What:
- Practical tools and resources to strengthen communication, resillence, and emotional connection with the family
- Growing Stronger Together Activity Book
- Small Workshop Keepsakes

When:
Hindi Session: Thursday 30th April, 10:30am - 1pm, Athol Syms Community Centre, Epsom
English Session: Saturday 2 May, 10am - 12:30pm, Western Springs Community Hall, Point Chevalier
Mandarin Session: Saturday 9 May, 10:30am - 1pm, Athol Syms Community Centre, Epsom

How:
Register to come along using this link https://loom.ly/An5y4e0e or call the Asian Health Line on 0800 888 830

17/04/2026

Free Breast Screening is coming to Beachlands in May 2026.

A mobile units will be at the Pohutukawa Coast Shopping Centre, 129 Beachlands Road, Beachlands from the 4th to the 15th May 2026.

If you are due for your screening, you can book an appointment for a mobile unit. Call 0800 270 200 or visit https://loom.ly/8RlIhlE

09/04/2026

Stay safe this weekend.

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.

08/03/2026

70+ team members from across the clinics and East Health Trust took part in Round the Bay in Auckland yesterday. It was a great way to get moving, support a healthy lifestyle and connect with others who took part in the fun run and walk. Thanks to all those who join us and supported the event.

02/03/2026

The local East Care Urgent Care team have extended their hours and are open to 1am.

East Care is an urgent care centre providing accident & emergency medical services from 7 am to 11 pm, 7 days a week. Walk-in A&E Auckland

25/02/2026

Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora has released a Measles Alert of two cases here in Auckland. Take a look at their notice for full details.

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.

Contact your clinic for advice or to book in your vaccine.

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.

22/02/2026

Want to gain practical tools to understand how you respond to stress and develop skills to cope with life's challenges?

The team at Just a Thought have released a new course called Coping with Stress. It's free and you can access it wherever and whenever it suits you.

To find out more or sign up, go to: www.justathought.co.nz/stress

16/02/2026

Happy Lunar New Year. Wishing you health & peace in the year of the horse. 祝您马年快乐

16/02/2026

Our friends Seasons for Growth, Howick have an Adult Group starting in March.

Seasons for Growth aims to strengthen the social and emotional well-being of adults who are dealing with significant life changes like bereavement, family-work life changes and the impact of illness.

Changes affect everyone differently, as does grief; it’s the impact of the change it has on our lives that Seasons focuses on.

Season for Growth is run over 4 sessions (each session is 2 hours), exploring the Seasons of grief in
a small group of (4-7) participants.

Outcomes include:
* Understanding it is normal to experience grief reactions
* Exploring new approaches to dealing with the change
* Build communication, decision-making and problem-solving skills
* Participate in a supportive network of peers of adults
* Integrate the new learning into daily life

For more information, contact the Season for Growth team on griefandloss@allsaintshowick.org.nz or 0224238904.

14/02/2026

Thank you to everyone who came along to our Health Expo and of course our partners who made it possible. A great session by and heart health screening provided to visitors Diabetes Foundation Aotearoa, Auckland Council, Howick Local Board, Hang Tuff Smokefree 2025, Neighbourhood Support Pakuranga/Bucklands Beach/Flat Bush