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12/12/2025

Greetings Everyone,

Just a quick reminder to please ensure, you have organised any repeat prescriptions that you require over the Christmas Holiday period.
If it is just a renewal, remember you can order and pay for these through the Patient Portal or phone your order through.
The Health Ngatea Practice, will be closing at 3pm on Wednesday 24th December as will the Ngatea Pharmacy.

Thank you :)

07/12/2025

Prescription Update - What you need to know...

From February 2026, the NZ Government will allow Clinicians to write prescriptions for up to 12 months - but not everyone will qualify.

Who Needs More Frequent Reviews?

Some patients will still need to see their Prescriber every 3 or 6 months before getting a prescription. This includes people who: Have new or changing medications Need regular monitoring (like blood tests) Have multiple health conditions Are on medications with higher risks or side effects

Examples: Diabetics needing blood sugar checks; patients on antidepressants with recent changes or medications; patients with heart conditions taking multiple medications.

What About Controlled Drugs?

Medications like strong painkillers or sleeping pills are not included in 12 monthly prescribing. These still require regular reviews, usually every 1-3 months.

28/11/2025

From February 2026, the New Zealand Government will allow Clinicians to write prescriptions for up to 12 months - but not everyone will qualify.
You may be eligible if:

- Your condition is stable
- You've been on the same medication for a while
- You don't need frequent check ups or blood tests
- You understand your treatment and take your medication regularly.

Examples: Blood pressure medication that's working well.
Asthma inhalers with no recent changes
Oral contraceptives with no side effects

Keep an eye out for our next post. There is more information to follow.

27/11/2025

The Breast Cancer Foundation NZ have this bright pink motorhome that travels the country every year to meet women in the area they live in.
This service exists because 1 in 9 New Zealand women will develop breast cancer in their lifetime. Bringing the campervan to communities helps to ensure people can get access to life-saving information as early detection is the key.
People can pop into the Pink Campervan Breast Nurses and chat about anything from breast changes and mammograms to family risk and general breast health awareness. No appointment is needed and everyone is welcome.
Please see itinerary below :)

17/11/2025

Greetings To Our Community,

Prescription Update - What You Need To Know

The NZ Government now allows GP's to write prescriptions for up to 12 months - but not everyone will qualify.
You may be eligible if your condition is stable and your medication hasn't changed. Some patients still need 3-6 monthly reviews to stay safe. Controlled drugs ( like strong pain killers or sleeping pills), are NOT included.
Even if the law allows it, the Doctor's job isn't just to write prescriptions. They still need to check in with you regularly and ensure that your treatment is right for you, that you're not having side effects, and nothing in your health has changed. Its about clinical responsibility - what's safe and right for you, not just legal rules.
Regular reviews help to catch any changes in your condition early, adjust medications if needed and make sure your treatment is still the best option for you.
So, even if you feel fine, your Doctor may still need to see you before giving you a longer prescription. Its not about red tape - its about keeping you safe and well.
Keep an eye out for our next post as there is more info to follow.

Team Health Ngatea.

04/11/2025

Greetings to our Community,

There are increasing numbers of measles cases in New Zealand.
If you think you or your family may have measles, please do not come into the Practice, give us a ring on 0786-77521 and we will organise for you to come in.
Measles is very contagious and we want to make sure all the other patients and our Staff are protected.
If you need to check your immunity, feel free to ring and talk to the Nurses.

" We are encouraging everyone to get vaccinated if you are not."

03/11/2025

We are so proud of two of our Staff Members, Sam Horne & Babs Floan, who along with the rest of their Team at Thames Music & Drama, have raised an outstanding amount of $10,000 which was presented to Co-Chairperson Angela Williams from the Thames Community Cancer Support Inc.
This represents monies raised through ticket sales for the show "Calendar Girls" and from sales of the calendars that were produced.
A few copies of the calendar are available for sale at $20 each.
Pop into Health Ngatea and see Babs at the Front Desk to purchase yours.
So awesome you wonderful women.

23/10/2025

Greetings To Our Community,

The Health Ngatea Practice will be closed on Monday 27th October as we observe New Zealand Labour Day.
If you have any health concerns, the free number for Healthline NZ
is 0800 611 116. You can call this number anytime for free health advice and information from Professional Healthcare Providers.

For Acute or Emergency care, present to ED or dial 111.

Normal Practice Hours on Tuesday.
Enjoy the long weekend :)

14/10/2025

Do you have a pessary and are currently travelling to Waikato Hospital to have this managed?
We are pleased to announce we are offering a new pessary service!
We have a clinician who can assess prolapse, measure and order pessaries; fit and change them.
You do not need to be enrolled at our practice to access this service, it is open to everyone who needs it.
The initial assessment incurs a standard consult fee; but then there is funding available for the device, fitting and change/checks meaning pessary management is FREE.
Please note at present this service is only available on Fridays.
Read more here: https://www.healthngatea.co.nz/Services

30/09/2025

Greetings To Our Community,

No matter what your complexion, undertaking regular skin checks is one of the most effective ways of detecting melanoma early.

We have two appointment slots available in our Skin Clinic on Thursday 9th October.
- 9.30 a.m.
- 10.30 a.m.
These are half hour consultations. Please phone the Practice on 0786-77521 to book yours.

16/09/2025

Thank you so much to our Community for coming along last night to our Event, " Living With Life Limiting Illness", presented by Nurse Practitioner, Emma Hedgecock.
Emma, thank you for your beautiful delivery and the sharing of information that we hope will open the door to conversations with family, friends, your GP or Clinicians and all those associated with providing care and support.
Our grateful thanks to our local Ngatea Subway, Orchard Road, Ngatea, for supplying us with your amazing Platters and to Nicole at Flowers on Pollen for your incredible display that was enjoyed by everyone and received many compliments.
Flowers On Pollen - Phone 0786-89891
https://flowersonpollen.co.nz
Ngatea Subway - 37 Orchard West Road, Ngatea
Phone 0786-77343
https://order.subway.com

15/09/2025

We have three appointments available tomorrow at 9.40, 10.00 and 10.20 am. for micro ear suctioning.
This gentle and non-invasive procedure is performed by a Practice Nurse.
Please phone us on 0786-77521 to book one of these spots.

See you tonight at 6pm for those coming along to the presentation of " Living With Life Limiting Illness " .

Address

6 Dent Street
Ngatea
3503

Opening Hours

Monday	8:45am - 5pm
Tuesday	8:45am - 5pm
Wednesday	8:45am - 5pm
Thursday	8:45am - 5pm
Friday	8:45am - 5pm

Telephone

+6478677521

Website

http://www.healthngatea.co.nz/

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