Taupō Medical Centre

29/10/2025

28/10/2025

Please stay at home if you have symptoms - call us or healthline for further advice.

Two further cases of measles have been confirmed over the long weekend, both in Wellington, as part of the ongoing national measles outbreak. This brings the current total number of known cases to 10, but we expect there to be more cases as the response continues.

Of the 10 cases, one is linked to overseas travel, and the remaining nine are locally acquired.

Measles symptoms include:

an illness that begins with high fever (over 38 C), cough, runny nose, and sore red eyes (conjunctivitis)
a rash, beginning on the face and gradually spreading down the body to the arms and legs. The rash lasts for up to one week.

Photographs provided by Dermnet are examples of a measles rash

27/10/2025

E mihi ana ki a koe, Manu, for welcoming us into your world and sharing your whānau journey through the different decisions you made about immunising your four pēpi. Every whānau navigates their own path when it comes to immunisation, and we hope your story helps others see how personal and unique these choices are - and that the decision to immunise is theirs to make.

Kei a koe te tikanga. 💙

27/10/2025

With growing measles cases in the country, here is some information which may be useful for you to know…

Symptoms of what to look out for
Fever
Red, sore eyes
Cough and runny nose
Rash that appears on the face 3-5 days after symptoms start and soread to the torso and rest of the body

Vaccine information ….
People born between 1969 and 2004
If you haven’t had 2 documented MMR vaccines, you are eligible for a “3rd” funded dose

It is a completely safe vaccine

Any concerns please give any of the providers a call today, happy to answer any questions 🫶🏼

27/10/2025

*MEASLES OUTBREAK NOTICE*

There have been recent cases of Measles in New Zealand not linked to international travel, indicating community transmission.

Please be aware of the early symptoms:
• Fever
• Cough
• Runny nose
• Red, watery eyes
• Rash (typically appears a few days after other symptoms)

Measles is HIGHLY CONTAGIOUS - the virus can linger in the air for up to 2 hours after an infected person has coughed or sneezed.

You can spread the virus:
• From 4 days before the rash appears
• Until 4 days after the rash appears

If you or your child develops symptoms:

Stay home and call your GP or Healthline (0800 611 116) before visiting any medical centre.

Protect yourself and your whānau – check your MMR vaccination status.

23/10/2025

TAUPO MEDICAL CENTRE is available for urgent after-hours care from 8am-1pm this Saturday. From 1pm onwards, and for the rest of the long weekend, please call our practice number to be automatically diverted to Ka Ora who are available for virtual consults. Wishing you a Happy and Safe Labour Weekend 😊

16/10/2025

According to Melanoma New Zealand, our melanoma incidence rate is the highest in the world. More than 7000 melanomas are diagnosed yearly in NZ, with almost 300 kiwis dying of melanoma each year.
Our skin nurse Paula currently has appointments available.
Paula has extensive knowledge and experience in identifying and treating lesions of concern, and runs a skin clinic at the practice every Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday.
Paula offers a 30-minute full body check to assess and identify any lesions of concern, along with photographing all lesions for future comparisons. These assessments are priced at $175 and are recommended annually to track any changes over time.
Paula also offers 15-minute spot checks if you have a specific lesion you are worried about.
Don't put it off any longer! If you would like to book an appointment in the Skin Clinic, please give us a call on 07 378 4080 or send a portal message.

16/10/2025

TAUPO MEDICAL CENTRE is available for urgent after-hours care from 8am-1pm this Saturday. From 1pm onwards, and for the rest of the weekend, please call our practice number to be automatically diverted to Ka Ora who are available for virtual consults. Have a nice weekend🙂

09/10/2025

TAUPO HEALTH CENTRE is available for urgent after-hours care from 8am-1pm this Saturday. From 1pm onwards, and for the rest of the weekend, please call our practice number to be automatically diverted to Ka Ora who are available for virtual consults. Have a nice weekend🙂

09/10/2025

Today, Thursday (Rāpere), is day four of Mental Health Awareness Week, and the Top Up Together theme is take notice / me aro tonu.

Take notice refers to the practice of mindfulness. Mindfulness can be thought of as open and receptive attention to, and awareness of, what is occurring in the present moment. Practising mindfulness with others can deepen connection and enhance our collective sense of wellbeing.

08/10/2025

It's day three of Mental Health Awareness Week! Be active / me kori tonu is our Top Up Together theme for Rāapa (Wednesday). 🏃

Being active is not only important for our physical wellbeing, it’s also a powerful mood booster. Being active with whānau and friends can boost motivation, strengthen social bonds, and make physical activity more enjoyable.

We have some pretty amazing ways to get active in our town, one way, especially for women happens tonight and every Wednesday - regenerate run club (walking too). Come along from 6pm at 2 mile bay 🥰

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07/10/2025

Taupō Medical Centre is continuing to enrol new patients and provide care for our growing community ❤️

Here’s what to know:
- We enrol patients under providers who currently have capacity to see new patients.

- As a VLCA (Very Low Cost Access) practice, we keep our fees low - $29.50 for adults, $19.50 with a Community Services Card, $13 for ages 14-18, and free for children 13 and under.

- Same-day triage is available for urgent health needs. If you’re not enrolled and have your documents ready, we can enrol you and provide care the same day.

It’s quickest to enrol online: https://taupomedicalcentre.co.nz/enrol
alternatively, we have paper forms available at reception