Health NZ – Nelson Marlborough

Health NZ – Nelson Marlborough Health NZ - Nelson Marlborough is the main funder and provider of health services in the region. Kaiao te tini, ka ora te mano, ka noho ora te nuinga.

We aim to ensure that all people live well, get well, and stay well. Please note this page is only monitored during working hours. It is not a page to make official complaints or for booking medical appointments. Our website has more information to assist you www.nmdhb.govt.nz

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Today: Nurses, healthcare assistants and some midwives at public hospitals and health services are on strike for 24 hour...
29/07/2025

Today: Nurses, healthcare assistants and some midwives at public hospitals and health services are on strike for 24 hours, from 9am today to 9am on Thursday 31 July.

Patient safety will be our priority:

✅ Anyone in hospital will get the care and support they need.
✅ Our hospitals and emergency departments will stay open, but please keep ED for emergencies.
✅ Maternity services for women in labour, inpatient and birth services will continue.
✅ Visiting hours will stay the same.
✅ To maintain patient safety, most clinics will be closed, and appointments will need to be rescheduled.
✅ If you have an appointment on the day of the strike, come to your appointment unless we have contacted you directly.
✅ Any appointments that are deferred will be rescheduled for the next available time.
✅ Anyone needing it will receive emergency care.

To find out more, visit: tewhatuora.govt.nz/industrial-action

Tomorrow: Nurses, healthcare assistants and some midwives at public hospitals and health services are planning to strike...
28/07/2025

Tomorrow: Nurses, healthcare assistants and some midwives at public hospitals and health services are planning to strike for 24 hours. Strike starts from 9am on Wednesday 30 July to 9am on Thursday 31 July.

Patient safety will be our priority:

✅ Anyone in hospital will get the care and support they need.
✅ Our hospitals and emergency departments will stay open, but please keep ED for emergencies.
✅ Maternity services for women in labour, inpatient and birth services will continue.
✅ Visiting hours will stay the same.
✅ To maintain patient safety, most clinics will be closed, and appointments will need to be rescheduled.
✅ If you have an appointment on the day of the strike, come to your appointment unless we have contacted you directly.
✅ Any appointments that are deferred will be rescheduled for the next available time.
✅ Anyone in need of emergency care will receive it.

We value the hard work and dedication of our staff. To find out more, visit: tewhatuora.govt.nz/industrial-action

Our region is expecting further heavy rain and strong winds later this week. 🌧️🏥 Our hospitals remain open.✅ Please atte...
28/07/2025

Our region is expecting further heavy rain and strong winds later this week. 🌧️

🏥 Our hospitals remain open.
✅ Please attend your appointment if it is safe for you to travel.
❌ If you’re unable to travel, please let us know as soon as possible.
📞 If there are any changes to your appointment, we’ll contact you directly.
🩺 Need health advice?
📱 Call Healthline for free advice 24/7 on 0800 611 116, or visit 🌐 www.info.health.nz
💻 You can also book an appointment to talk to a doctor over the phone or online:
👉 www.info.health.nz/OnlineGP
🚨 Please save ED for emergencies only.
⚠️ Take extra care and stay safe. 💙

Nurses, healthcare assistants and some midwives at public hospitals and health services are planning to strike for 24 ho...
24/07/2025

Nurses, healthcare assistants and some midwives at public hospitals and health services are planning to strike for 24 hours, from 9am on Wednesday 30 July to 9am on Thursday 31 July.

Patient safety will be our priority:

✅ Anyone in hospital will get the care and support they need.
✅ Our hospitals and emergency departments will stay open.
✅ Maternity services for women in labour, inpatient and birth services will continue.
✅ Visiting hours will stay the same.
✅ To maintain patient safety, most clinics will be closed, and appointments will need to be rescheduled.
✅ If you have an appointment on the day of the strike, come to your appointment unless we have contacted you directly.
✅ Any appointments that are deferred will be rescheduled for the next available time.
✅ Anyone needing it will receive emergency care.

We value the hard work and dedication of our staff. To find out more, visit: tewhatuora.govt.nz/industrial-action

21/07/2025

Free Health Bus This Week 🚌 Come along for a free health chat, kai, BBQ and to connect with a friendly face!

💬 Chat about anything that’s on your mind
🍴 Free BBQ and kai

Locations:
📍 Ngātīmoti Community Hall: Tuesday 22 July 2025, 10am - 2pm
📍 Tapawera Community Hall: Wednesday 23 July 2025, 10am – 2pm
📍 Marahau Fire Station: Thursday 24 July 2025, 10am – 2pm
📍Lake Rotoiti Community Hall: Friday 25 July 2025, 10am – 2pm

Health NZ – Nelson Marlborough, Nelson Tasman Pasifika Community Trust, Te Piki Oranga

Bore water & boil water notices Following a flood event, it’s important that water used for drinking, preparing food or ...
16/07/2025

Bore water & boil water notices

Following a flood event, it’s important that water used for drinking, preparing food or drinks (including baby formula), brushing teeth, or washing dishes and utensils is safe and free from contamination that could cause illness.

Do not drink water from the tap until council or your community supplier has advised the drinking water is safe:
➡️ All bore water owners have been advised to boil their water as a precaution.
➡️ If you have received a ‘boil water notice’ please follow the instructions - www.tasman.govt.nz/boil-water-notice

If you do not have safe running water for drinking, cooking and brushing teeth, boil water by bringing it to a rolling boil for 1 minute or until the jug turns off automatically. Or add 5 drops of household bleach per litre of water (or half a teaspoon for 10 litres) and leave for 30 minutes. Only use plain unscented bleach (don’t use Janola as it contains detergents).

Find out how to stay well during a boil water notice - www.taumataarowai.govt.nz/boil-water-notice

Leptospirosis is a disease from bacteria that can be found in floodwater and the urine (wee) of livestock, domestic, and...
14/07/2025

Leptospirosis is a disease from bacteria that can be found in floodwater and the urine (wee) of livestock, domestic, and wild animals. It can get into your body through cuts in the skin, and your eyes, mouth, and nose.

More information about Leptospirosis 👇

💛 Sending solidarity to Nelson MarlboroughOur thoughts are with everyone affected by the recent flood events in the Nels...
12/07/2025

💛 Sending solidarity to Nelson Marlborough

Our thoughts are with everyone affected by the recent flood events in the Nelson Marlborough region.

Whether you’ve been directly impacted or not, natural disasters can be incredibly stressful. It’s normal to feel overwhelmed, anxious, or even agitated. Everyone reacts differently, and that’s okay.

Here are a few ways to support your wellbeing and those around you:
🌿 Take care of basic needs — food, rest, and connection
🌿 Listen and offer practical help where you can
🌿 Breathe deeply and remind yourself you’re safe now
🌿 Stay connected — reach out to loved ones
🌿 Limit media exposure and stick to trusted sources like Nelson Tasman Civil Defence or Nelson City Council

If you need to talk, support is available:
📞 1737 – Free call or text any time to talk to a trained counsellor

🌐 More mental health support options: info.health.nz/mental-health/where-to-get-help

It’s okay to feel a bit all over the place right now. You’re not alone — help is here. 💛

Looking after your whānau during a floodFloodwaters can be contaminated with germs which could make you and your whānau ...
12/07/2025

Looking after your whānau during a flood

Floodwaters can be contaminated with germs which could make you and your whānau unwell. To keep yourself safe, here are some things to remember after a flood:

➡️ Wash hands with soap and warm water and dry well after touching flood water or anything it has touched

➡️ Wash hands before making food, or eating or touching your mouth or face

➡️ Throw away all food that has come into contact with flood waters

➡️ Any food that retains ice crystals and where the packaging has not been damaged or opened can be safely refrozen

➡️ Foods that have been defrosted can still be used if they have just recently defrosted and can be kept cold, i.e. the fridge is working again. Defrosted food cannot be refrozen

➡️ Inspect the food – does it small or appear different? Has the colour changed and does it have a slimy texture? If so, it’s probably unsafe to eat

➡️ Do not use any tinned food that has been damaged (for example if the can has split seams or has been punctured.

For more advice about floods and health, please visit info.health.nz/floods-and-health

Using water safely during a flood event Following a flood event, it’s important that water used for drinking, preparing ...
12/07/2025

Using water safely during a flood event

Following a flood event, it’s important that water used for drinking, preparing food or drinks (including baby formula), brushing teeth, or washing dishes and utensils is safe and free from contamination that could cause illness.

Do not drink water from the tap until council or your community supplier has advised the drinking water is safe. If you have received a ‘boil water notice’ – please follow the instructions. All bore water owners have been advised to boil their water as a precaution.

If you do not have safe running water for drinking, cooking and brushing teeth, boil water by bringing it to a rolling boil for 1 minute or until the jug turns off automatically. Or add 5 drops of household bleach per litre of water (or half a teaspoon for 10 litres) and leave for 30 minutes. Only use plain unscented bleach (don’t use Janola as it contains detergents).

Find out how to stay well during a boil water notice - www.taumataarowai.govt.nz/boil-water-notice

Taumata Arowai have developed factsheets for communities and drinking water suppliers during flood events.
➡️ Drinking water supplies following a flood event
➡️ Advice for drinking water supplies following a flood event — Bore water
➡️ Advice for drinking water supplies following a flood event — Rainwater
➡️Download these factsheets here: Guidance and resources — www.taumataarowai.govt.nz/home/guidance-and-resources

For more advice on how to make water safe to drink under a boil water notice: www.taumataarowai.govt.nz/for-communities/emergencies/treating-water

Do you have difficulty hearing or talking on the phone? Register now for the 111 TXT service so you can contact Fire, Am...
11/07/2025

Do you have difficulty hearing or talking on the phone? Register now for the 111 TXT service so you can contact Fire, Ambulance or Police in an emergency.

Find out more at www.police.govt.nz/111-txt

Floodwaters can be contaminated with germs which could make you and your whānau unwell. You should avoid any unnecessary...
11/07/2025

Floodwaters can be contaminated with germs which could make you and your whānau unwell. You should avoid any unnecessary and recreational contact with flooded waterways.

To keep yourself safe, here are some things to remember:

➡️ Wash hands with soap and warm water and dry well after touching flood water or anything it has touched

➡️ Wash hands before making food or eating

➡️ Throw away all food and drinking water that has touched floodwater, including things in containers. Put waste into bin bags to avoid rats and flies

➡️ Disinfect surfaces and kitchen utensils or equipment that came into contact with floodwater

➡️ Do not eat garden produce if soil was flooded

➡️ Do not collect and eat shellfish from the river mouth or harbour after a flood.

Always work safely when cleaning up after a flood and protect yourself by wearing a properly fitted P2 N95 or even a surgical mask, cover cuts or wounds and wear gloves, sturdy shoes and protective clothing.

For more advice about floods and health, please visit:
info.health.nz/keeping-healthy/protecting-health-natural-disaster/floods-and-health

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