Avondale Health Centre

27/06/2022

Fantastic news- we can now give free Flu Vax to our tamariki.
Make sure you book your young ones in for their Flu jab now to keep them safe over winter.

Spread the word. Stay well.

Tamariki aged between 3-12 will be eligible for a free flu jab from Friday 1 July.

Flu infection rates are generally highest in children, and they’re a major source of the spread of influenza. The flu virus may be found in respiratory secretions (breathing, coughing and sneezing) for two weeks or longer in children.

All New Zealanders are encouraged to get protected from flu this year, particularly people who may be more vulnerable. Not only for yourselves, but for your whānau and community as well. You can find more information here: https://www.health.govt.nz/flu

You can book a flu jab for yourself or your tamariki at your GP or nearest participating pharmacy: https://www.healthpoint.co.nz/pharmacy/?serviceArea=im%3A460472

We encourage you to double check that the provider is offering flu vaccinations and whether you need to book ahead.

23/06/2022

Still coughing after having Covid? Check out the post below for ways to help.

Some people are experiencing prolonged coughing after their COVID-19 recovery. It can persist for weeks or even months.

Ways to help your cough:

Dry (non-productive cough)
• Drink plenty of fluids
• Drink warm soothing liquids to help relieve coughing spasms – lemon and honey is soothing. (Do not give honey to children under 12 months old)
• Try repeatedly swallowing
• Blow your nose and avoid sniffling
• Avoid exposure to smoke

Phlegm (productive cough)
• Breathe warm, moist air (humidified) like in the bathroom when the shower is running
• Drink plenty of fluids
• Elevate the head of your bed or sleep propped up on pillows
• Breath in through your nose to reduce coughing
• Coughing up mucus is important to protect your lungs against pneumonia, so take a cough suppressant only if you are finding it hard to sleep
• Avoid exposure to smoke
• Dissolve half a teaspoon of salt in 1 cup of warm water and put 2 or 3 drops in each nostril, then blow your nose. This can help clear mucus and soothe your cough.

When to see your doctor:

Your cough causes shortness of breath, severe pain or you cough up blood
Lasts for a month or more. You are starting to become increasingly unwell with new or worsening symptoms.

Call Healthline on 0800 611 116 if you are unsure what to do.

23/06/2022

Ngā mihi o Matariki, te tau hou Māori, from your Avondale Health Whanau ✨

04/04/2022

Come on down to Avondale Health Centre on the 9th of April to get your flu vaccination!

It is the best way to protect yourself and your whanau against the flu, so get your vaccine as soon as possible.

Call us on 09 828 2066 if you have any questions.

At Avondale Health Centre (AHC) we are a friendly group practice providing high-quality health care. We have a great understanding of the needs of our community.

04/04/2022

Kia Ora Avondale Health Whanau,

Easter is just around the corner. We will be closed on Good Friday and Easter Monday.

Please make sure you request any prescriptions or appointments within plenty of time before then.

We hope you have a lovely long weekend and stay safe 🐣

03/04/2022

We offer the flu vaccine.

Check out our poster below for more information.

02/04/2022

If you have tested positive for Covid-19 and don't have all your vaccinations, you'll need to wait three months before you can get them.

Give us a call if you need any advice about the vaccine on 09 828 2066.

01/04/2022

You can now book face-to-face appointments and phone consultation appointments via ConnectMed.

To ensure that our staff and patients are kept safe, we ask that

- if you have covid, or
- if you have any covid-like symptoms, or
- if someone in your household has covid

and are wanting to book a face-to-face appointment, please call us on 09 828 2066. You can then speak to a nurse who will book your appointment for you.

As part of the online booking process, there are some triage questions for you to answer.

Please phone reception on 09 828 2066 should you have any questions.

15/03/2022

The time period for self isolation has now decreased to seven days.

Check out the handy Infograph’s below to know exactly how to self isolate at home and when you need to test.

AHC is here for you. If you are a patient of ours and test positive, please call us to let us know. Our doctors and nurses are here to support you throughout your isolation period.

25/02/2022

New Zealand is now at Phase Three of its Omicron response plan.

Below are some very helpful infographs to help us understand what this phase means for positive Covid-19 cases and close contacts.

This website is also very helpful: https://covid19.govt.nz/testing-and-tracing/contact-tracing/what-type-of-contact-are-you/

Avondale Health Centre is here for you if you need to be tested or wanting to get your vaccinations. Please get in contact with us by calling 09 828 2066 if you have any queries.

04/02/2022

Nau mai, Haere Mai, Te ra o te Waitangi

We hope you all have a safe and happy long weekend.

Remember to wear your mask, scan in and keep washing your hands. If you feel unwell, stay home and get a test.

- Avondale Health Whanau

04/02/2022

We will be open on Saturday the 19th of Feb as a vaccination clinic.

Check out the poster below for more details.