Courtenay Medical

19/12/2023

We will be closed from 4pm Friday 22 December 2023 for the Christmas New Year break.
We reopen and normal hours resume on Wednesday 3 January 2024.
Wishing everyone a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!🎄✨

14/12/2023

POTLUCK ALERT!! Ready in half an hour and packed with seasonal berries 😋🍓

Find this recipe and many more on our new recipe finder!
https://www.diabetes.org.nz/diabetes-friendly-recipes

14/12/2023

Getting you and your tamariki immunised is important for a healthy life and peace of mind for your whānau in the long run. Immunisations help protect your tamariki and whānau from a range of preventable diseases

To find out more about childhood immunisations and how to safeguard your whānau, explore www.immunise.health.nz. If you're uncertain about your whānau's vaccination history, consult your healthcare provider or doctor.

It’s not too late to catch up if you, your whānau or tamariki have missed any of their immunisations

28/11/2023

23/11/2023

Let's have a conversation about ensuring the safety of ourselves and our tamariki in the face of Measles, Mumps, and Rubella (MMR). Taking the necessary precautions is crucial in guarding against these highly contagious diseases.

Measles, Mumps, and Rubella are viral infections that can lead to severe health problems and complications. They spread through coughing, sneezing, and close contact with infected individuals. The symptoms can be serious, encompassing high fever, rash, swollen glands, and, in some cases, long-term complications.

The MMR vaccine free for pēpē at both 12 and 15 months of age. If your child has missed their MMR vaccine it's free for them to catch up. If you're unsure whether your tamariki have received both doses, it's safe to opt for a third dose. Consult with your GP or healthcare provider for guidance.

To gain a deeper understanding of what the MMR vaccine shields you from, how to schedule vaccinations, and what potential side effects to watch for, visit https://www.immunise.health.nz/about-vaccines/nz-immunisations/measles-mumps-and-rubella-mmr-vaccine/

Thanks to the whānau with Te Kōhanga Reo o Ngāti Hāmua for supporting us to encourage immunisations!

16/11/2023

Are you and your whānau up to date with your immunisations?

Childhood immunsiations protect your tamariki from a range of preventable illnesses which can be incredibly harmful if they fall ill with them. If your tamariki have missed some of their childhood immunisations over the past few years, dont' worry - it's not too late to catch up.

If you're not sure whether your whānau have had their immunsiations, have a kōrero with your GP or healthcare provider. You can find a full list of immunisations at www.immunise.health.nz.

Thanks to the whānau at Te Kōhanga Reo o Ngāti Hāmua for supporting us to encourage immunisations!

16/11/2023

Elevate the voice of patients - Patient Safety Day Friday 17th November.

Supporting your patients next visit is one way we can elevate the voice of patients. The 'Let’s Plan' for your next health care visit, is a Te Tāhū Hauora (Health Quality and Safety Commission) free resource that can be printed off or a pad can be ordered, and is available if a range of languages. It is a useful tool to help people record questions they want to ask and offers prompts on what could be asked.

Find them here: https://www.hqsc.govt.nz/resources/resource-library/lets-plan-for-your-next-health-care-visit/

07/11/2023

Our popular Facebook Live sessions are back for Diabetes Action Month 2023 🙌🙌

The first session on Tuesday 7 November is on this page. Tune in to learn about the importance of looking after your eye sight when you are living with diabetes.

We know that the complications of diabetes can be confusing and concerning. We have special guests including Specsavers optometrist Philip Walsh, opthamologist Dr David Squirrell, and head of clinical services at Diabetes NZ, Liz Dutton appearing live to answer your questions.

If you tune in, there's a chance to WIN an awesome prize pack worth over $800 with goodies from the Diabetes Action Month partners Vibe Drinks Co, Ísey Skyr New Zealand, Dexcom & Specsavers New Zealand

07/11/2023

03/11/2023

Men will die on average 4.5 years earlier than woman, and for reasons that are largely preventable. Which means that it doesn't have to be that way: we can all take action to live healthier,happier and longer lives.

The Mo is men's time to unite. To take on mental health,suicide,prostate cancer and testicular cancer.

https://nz.movember.com/

10/08/2023

Free Meningococcal B Vaccines
These vaccines are free for all Tamariki under 5 years old. It’s a really serious disease and can be life threatening. For more information talk to your doctor or nurse.