The importance of mental health self-care for youth in a post-COVID-lockdown world
Helping our young people to understand and navigate their mental health and build resilience is core to supporting them through this turbulence.
Nelson and Wairau Hospital Appointments continue during wet weather
Te Whatu Ora - Health New Zealand, Nelson Marlborough is preparing for the potential impact of heavy rainfall and associated hazards on hospital appointments and services. Widespread surface flooding is expected over the coming days, which may impact the ability for people to attend appointments safely.
Pat Davidsen, General Manager Clinical Services said, “At this stage, all appointments at the hospitals will continue where it is safe for people to attend. Our Administration staff have been busy contacting people with confirmed appointments to create a plan to mitigate potential risks. This includes utilising telehealth services where possible and understanding travel plans and requirements.”
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Hauora Direct: a digital solution enabling comprehensive Māori health assessment
Te Whatu Ora Nelson Marlborough is delivering a digitally enabled 360-degree assessment, intervention and referral program for Māori health and vulnerable populations called Hauora Direct.
Donations of warm winter essentials allow St John ambulance officers to bring supplies to the scene
Scott Cresswell, St John Marlborough Area Committee Chair, says the initial need was identified by St John ambulance officers who are often in homes dealing with respiratory and winter illness...
Emergency Management urges storm, flood, and landslide preparedness during this very rainy winter
With all the wet weather we have been having in Nelson Marlborough, our local Emergency Management groups say being prepared for the possibility of storms, floods, and slips should be...
Chief Medical Officer Dr Nick Baker: Masks Matter as Hospitalisations Rise
Dr Nick Baker provides an update on the effects of the highly contagious BA.5 variant in our region and explains the importance of masks.
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10 Minutes with a Hep C Nurse for World Hepatitis Day
In honour of World Hepatitis Day, we spoke with Nicky Cooper, one of Te Whatu Ora - Nelson Marlborough’s public health nurses working with the Hepatitis C Community Service.
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A Guide to Navigating Mental Health Services in Nelson Marlborough
The mental health system has many layers and it can be challenging to know where to start. There are a variety of services and community groups available to help you. This article will explore options and access points.
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It's Time to Screen - An Update on the National Bowel Screening Programme in Nelson Marlborough
The roll out of the National Bowel Screening Programme is complete, meaning about 835,000 eligible New Zealanders now have access to free two-yearly bowel screening. A national media campaign is about to start to remind people of the importance of taking the easy-to-complete at-home test.
Walking Festival Coming to Nelson in October - 'Step into Spring' Seeking Community Organisers
A diverse range of locally organised activities hosted by community groups, organisations and individuals will make up the festival, providing an opportunity for people to connect with each other and the environment.