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Over half a kilometre of vinyl decals bring local flora and fauna to Nelson's Maternity and Paediatric Units

A project to provide a relaxing and diverting environment has been completed in Nelson's Paediatric and Maternity Wards - Wairau Hospital is next!


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Pertussis (Whooping Cough) Case Confirmed in Nelson Marlborough region - 14 April 2023

The Nelson Marlborough Public Health Service was notified today of a confirmed case of pertussis. This is believed is the first confirmed case of pertussis in Te Waipounamu (South Island)...

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RN Simione Tagicakibau shares the story of his two deployments: Samoa, 2019 and Hawkes Bay, 2023

Simi explains how his experiences deploying with the Pasifika Medical Association (PACMAT) help him connect with his community in his work today


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The Nelson Hospital Charity Ball raised $3,000 for Giving Aroha

General Surgeon Ros Pochin recently delivered funds raised through the Nelson Hospital Charity Ball to Giving Aroha, an organisation which provides meals to those in need in Nelson.

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Marlborough Urgent Care Centre returns to 8 to 8 on Monday 20 February 2023

Marlborough Urgent Care Centre's General Manger Lawrence Laus shares why three hours makes all the difference to ED, GPs and the community.


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Nelson Marlborough Congratulates Nurse Practitioner Graduate Chris Gaul

There are around 300 nurse practitioners in New Zealand and having graduated from the Nurse Practitioner Training Programme this past December, Chris Gaul is now among their ranks.

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Nelson Marlborough Occupational Health Nurse, Jamie McCay, honoured for mental health work

Te Whatu Ora Occupational Health Nurse Jamie McCay has been awarded the University of Otago J R McKenzie (C M Greenslade Memorial) Prize for his work on promoting a mentally...

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Medical Officer of Health Dr Rachel Eyre: “We’ve all worked hard and want to unwind, let’s do so knowing that we are keeping ourselves and everyone else around us safe”

As COVID-19 case numbers climb again and are anticipated to peak over the festive period, it is important to be prepared and know how to keep safe while on holiday...

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Michelle Hunt, Centre Manager for the Nelson Tasman Cancer Society, on being SunSmart in our sun-shiny region

Sunnier days mean more exposure to harmful sun rays. Here are some sun safety tips to keep you and whānau protected this summer, plus Shade Loan and Skin Check Voucher information. 


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Nelson Marlborough Smokefree team recognised as 'outstanding' in the area of youth vaping

This past November the Nelson Marlborough Smokefree team participated in an education day focused on Youth & Vaping.

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