Advice to campers and trampers
While there have been no further outbreaks of suspected norovirus since the cluster of cases among visitors to Nelson Lakes National Park, campers and trampers in the region are urged to exert caution to avoid catching the debilitating virus.
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Save ED for Emergencies campaign launched
With the summer holiday season upon us, and Emergency Departments at capacity, Nelson Marlborough Health is urging people with minor illnesses and injuries to use alternative services.
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Thank you to our Volunteers
Volunteers across the organisation make a difference everyday to the lives of our staff and patients.
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Applications invited for new Consumer Council
Would you like to use your experience as a health consumer or patient to improve health services in the Nelson Marlborough region? Find out more about the new Consumer Council.
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Fashion show raises $25K for breast cancer probe
Breast cancer treatment across our region has been boosted thanks to the fundraising efforts of the Nelson Regional Breast and Gynaecological Cancer Trust.
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Earthquake relief funding and subsidies
There is a range of financial support, relief funds and subsidies available to people affected by the 14 November Kaikoura earthquake.
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Health News - December issue
The December edition of Health News is available to read in local community papers.
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Legionella infection alert
Gardeners and spa pool owners are being warned to protect themselves against the potentially-fatal Legionnaires disease.
Nelson Marlborough Health’s Public Health Service has received 11 notifications of Legionella infection this year, with 8 of these from 1 November.
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$3.76m health support for Marlborough and Kaikoura
Health Minister Jonathan Coleman has announced a $3.76 million support package for earthquake-affected communities in Marlborough and Kaikoura.
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Children decorate hospital Christmas tree
Thank you Hampden St School pupils.
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