Health NZ - Te Pae Hauora o Ruahine o Tararua MidCentral

Health NZ - Te Pae Hauora o Ruahine o Tararua MidCentral Health NZ - MidCentral supports health in Tararua, Ōtaki, Horowhenua, Palmerston North & Manawatū

Te Whatu Ora - MidCentral is responsible for improving, promoting and protecting the health of communities in our rohe (region).

✨ Big Latch On magic! ✨Today at 11am we celebrated 25 pēpi latched and 62 amazing attendees coming together to tautoko b...
27/03/2026

✨ Big Latch On magic! ✨
Today at 11am we celebrated 25 pēpi latched and 62 amazing attendees coming together to tautoko breastfeeding in all its forms 🤱💕
From first time breastfeeders, to māmā who’ve been on this journey for years, to māmā breastfeeding one little one while growing another — this was a beautiful celebration of strength, connection and community 💫
A HUGE thank you to our incredible supporters who helped make today so special:
💛 Health NZ
💛 Barnardos
💛 Entwined Parenting
💛 La Leche League
💛 Earthside Pregnancy to Parenthood
💛 Tracy Torok
💛 The N**e Alchemist
We are so grateful — what a powerful, heart filling day 💛

We are celebrating our Hospital Pharmacy team for their mahi, not just today but everyday. Behind every safe dose, every...
26/03/2026

We are celebrating our Hospital Pharmacy team for their mahi, not just today but everyday.

Behind every safe dose, every carefully adjusted prescription, every medication chart reviewed, there’s a pharmacy team making it happen.

Our hospital pharmacists, technicians and assistants, work every single day to ensure patients receive the right medicines, at the right time, in the safest way possible.

From supplying medicines and advising clinical teams, to leading antimicrobial and opioid stewardship initiatives, their expertise supports care across the entire hospital.

You may not always see them, but their impact is everywhere.

Today we say thank you to our hospital pharmacy team for the precision, care
and dedication you bring 365 days a year. 💙

Every dose counts.

A huge thank you to Barnardos for their generous prize donation for our Big Latch On event tomorrow at Te Papaioea Birth...
26/03/2026

A huge thank you to Barnardos for their generous prize donation for our Big Latch On event tomorrow at Te Papaioea Birthing Centre 💛
Beautiful cloth nappies, toys and books that will make one lucky whānau very happy.
A huge thank you to Thread and Film for donating an incredible family photography session — because memories like these deserve to be beautifully captured. We’re feeling the love and can’t wait for one lucky family to enjoy this special gift!
AND.....
Huge thanks to Entwined Parenting for donating a beautiful baby sling for the Big Latch On, plus some other delicious treats just for mums.
We love celebrating breastfeeding with prizes that truly support parents 🤱✨

We truly appreciate your support of families in our community 🌿

Join us this Friday for our Big Latch On celebration! We’re bringing our community together to honour the beautiful jou...
24/03/2026

Join us this Friday for our Big Latch On celebration!
We’re bringing our community together to honour the beautiful journey of breastfeeding — the cuddles, the connection, the courage, and the village that makes it all possible.
Come along, latch on, laugh, connect, and be part of something special. We’ll be snapping a group photo to celebrate all the incredible māmā, pēpi, and whānau who make this kaupapa shine.
A huge ngā mihi nui to , and The Awhi Company for their generous donations. Thanks to their support, we have some more gorgeous goodies to give away to the whānau who join us on the day!
Let’s celebrate breastfeeding, community, and the power of coming together.
See you there!

Our health system is stronger when consumers, whānau and communities are involved. Join our upcoming free webinar to und...
24/03/2026

Our health system is stronger when consumers, whānau and communities are involved.

Join our upcoming free webinar to understand how consumer and whānau engagement can support an improved health system in New Zealand.

You’ll gain:
✔ An introduction to consumer and whānau engagement
✔ Practical insights for strengthening engagement
✔ Examples of community-led approaches in action
✔ Tools to support more responsive services

Please share with your networks!

➡️ Save your spot: https://www.hqsc.govt.nz/events/putting-the-code-into-practice/

Where to find hauora/health care advice if you, or your whānau, are sick/māuiui.Healthline0800 611 116 for free hauora a...
24/03/2026

Where to find hauora/health care advice if you, or your whānau, are sick/māuiui.

Healthline
0800 611 116 for free hauora advice 24/7

Prefer not to wait? Request a call-back at https://healthapp.healthy.org.nz/login

Taiwhenua/rural after-hours Telehealth
0800 2 KA ORA (0800 252 672) for after-hours clinical advice

Hauora advice for pēpi/babies under 5

Plunketline
0800 933 922

Hauora hinengaro/mental health support
0800 800 717 for 24/7 help
Or call or text 1737 to speak with a trained counsellor for free

Local kēmehi/pharmacy
Kēmehi can fill prescriptions and offer advice on rongoā/medicines and common hauora issues

Find local healthcare providers
healthpoint.co.nz for info’ on local healthcare providers, including opening hours and services

Trusted online hauora information

https://info.health.nz/
https://healthify.nz/

Ohotata/Emergency Department
111 for critical and emergency care
Present yourself at your local Emergency Department

Prize stash unlocked! Massive thanks to , .co.nz , and Tracy Torok for spoiling our Big Latch On māmā and pēpi with t...
23/03/2026

Prize stash unlocked! Massive thanks to , .co.nz , and Tracy Torok for spoiling our Big Latch On māmā and pēpi with these amazing goodies!
The Big Latch On 2026, Friday 27 March, 10 am - 12 pm @ Te Papaioea Birthing Centre, Palmerston North

🤓It can be difficult sometimes to get in to see your usual health care provider. Did you know that pharmacies can help...
23/03/2026

🤓It can be difficult sometimes to get in to see your usual health care provider. 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

Take a tumble in the time machine with us. Two points if you knew what this was straight away and one million points if ...
18/03/2026

Take a tumble in the time machine with us. Two points if you knew what this was straight away and one million points if you ever wore one!

It's been a while since the time of hats, starched collars and those lovely capes for our nurses. We found this wee beauty carefully boxed in our archives. A remnant of the days when nurses wore paper hats.

To our nurses who walked the wards before our teams today - did you ever wear one? How did you keep them on your head? Were they supplied by the hospital? Can anyone tell us more about this part of nursing history?

16/03/2026

Join us for the Big Latch On - a celebration of connection, community and the amazing journey of breastfeeding!
On Friday 27 March, from 10am–12pm, we’re gathering at Te Papaioea Birthing Centre for this global moment where breastfeeding, chestfeeding, and mixed‑feeding parents latch their pēpi all at the same time in a beautiful show of solidarity.
We’ll mingle, connect and enjoy the morning together - then everyone will latch at 11am for the official Big Latch On count!
Bring your baby, bring your whānau, and bring your good vibes - this is a relaxed, supportive space to meet others, share stories and celebrate feeding your baby your way.

✨ Plus… spot prizes!

Fun giveaways will be happening throughout the morning, so everyone has a chance to take home something special.

Come celebrate the power of nurturing, the magic of community and the joy of doing something meaningful together. We can’t wait to latch, laugh and connect with you!

Please register for this event https://www.womens-health.org.nz/biglatchonevent/big-latch-on-at-te-papaioea-birthing-centre-2026/

💛A big thank you to Health NZ - Te Pae Hauora o Ruahine o Tararua MidCentral NZ, Barnardos, La Leche League, Entwined Parenting and & Film for your collaboration for this event💛

Our website is a Women's Refuge Shielded Site. You can find the shield icon at the bottom of every page of our website, ...
15/03/2026

Our website is a Women's Refuge Shielded Site. You can find the shield icon at the bottom of every page of our website, and information is provided via a secure pop-up window, making it safe to ask for help.

The Shielded Site tool allows people to safely access information on how to contact the Women's Refuge, make a plan to get out of a dangerous situation, stay safe online and get answers to questions without it showing up in their internet browser history.

It lets us offer a layer of safety for victims of family and sexual violence to get the information and support they need.

Find the shield, click the link to access help: https://info.health.nz/

A little preparation can make a doctor’s appointment easier to navigate.Before your appointment💛 Jot down symptoms and q...
11/03/2026

A little preparation can make a doctor’s appointment easier to navigate.

Before your appointment

💛 Jot down symptoms and questions
💛 Bring a notebook or use the notes app on your phone
💛 If you can, bring a support person with you

During your appointment

💛 Take notes about medicines, tests or treatments
💛 Ask why a treatment is being recommended
💛 Ask about side effects or other options

Before you leave

💛 Confirm if you need a follow-up appointment
💛 Ask how you’ll receive your test results
💛 Find out who to contact if questions come up later

Most important tip: If you don’t understand something, always ask. There are no silly questions when it comes to your health.

Your healthcare team wants you to feel informed and confident about your care 💛

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