Central Medical

28/01/2026

🧠 MIGRAINE IS MORE THAN A HEADACHE 🧠

Migraines are a complex neurological condition that can affect work, family life, and overall wellbeing.

New data from the New Zealand Health Survey shows that around 628,000 adults experienced migraine symptoms in the three months before the survey. That’s a significant number of people living with pain, fatigue, and disruption to everyday life.

If migraine affects you or someone in your whānau, a few practical steps can help with management and support:

📝 Keep a simple migraine diary to identify patterns and triggers
💤 Prioritise regular sleep, meals, and hydration
🌿 Manage stress where possible, even small changes can help

Migraines look different for everyone, and support should be personalised.

Talk to our team about treatment options and when preventive care might be appropriate, especially if your migraines are becoming more frequent, severe, or harder to manage.

You don’t have to just push through it 💙

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27/01/2026

Not all dopamine is created equal.

Choose habits that help you feel good tomorrow, not just right now 💙

23/01/2026

A little laugh for your Friday afternoon. Have a great weekend! 😊

20/01/2026

Learning new things isn’t just fun, it’s also good for your health! Keeping your brain active can support mental wellbeing, boost confidence, and help reduce stress.

Here are a few reo phrases you can use when the weather is actually playing nice for once 😅

19/01/2026

💚 EVERYDAY MOVEMENT MATTERS 🚶‍♂️

Did you know that being physically active is proven to boost wellbeing and reduce stress, anxiety, and depression? And being active doesn’t have to mean working out at the gym!

Simple, everyday movement can make a real difference to how you feel, whether it’s a walk, gardening, stretching, or playing with tamariki.

The Mental Health Foundation has created a helpful guide to getting started with physical movement that feels achievable and enjoyable. Read it here 👉 https://mentalhealth.org.nz/wellbeing-hub/a-guide-to-starting-physical-movement

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13/01/2026

☀️ SUMMER HEAT SAFETY TIPS 🌡️

As the weather heats up, remember these simple tips to stay safe in the heat:

💧 Drink water often (even if you don’t always feel thirsty)
🧢 Keep cool by seeking shade and wearing light clothing
🏠 Keep indoor spaces cooler by closing curtains during the day (open windows and doors for airflow if you don’t have air conditioning)
☀️ Slip, slop, slap, and wrap when heading outdoors
👥 Check in on whānau, neighbours, and friends (especially older people and young children)
🐾 Make sure pets have fresh water, shade, and a cool place to rest (avoid exercise during the hottest parts of the day)

Take care, look after each other, and stay safe in the heat ☀️

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13/01/2026

Gosh, this is something so many people need to hear, as school is just one part of your journey 👇

If you are getting your exam results back today, remember that it is normal to feel upset or disappointed if you didn't get the results you hoped for.

No matter what happens, your results don't define you or your potential.
💜 💚 🩵

11/01/2026

If the new year has brought changes, doubts, or a need to reset, that’s okay. Starting again isn’t going backwards, it’s part of moving forward. 💙

08/01/2026

🎯 SETTING HEALTH GOALS FOR 2026? START SMART 💪

If improving your health is on your 2026 goals list, setting SMART goals can make all the difference. SMART goals help turn good intentions into habits you can actually stick with.

Here’s a simple way to shape your health goals this year 👇

✔️ SPECIFIC
Instead of “get fitter”, try “walk for 30 minutes, five days a week”.

✔️ MEASURABLE
Choose something you can track, like drinking eight glasses of water a day.

✔️ ACHIEVABLE
Start where you are. Small, realistic goals build confidence and momentum.

✔️ RELEVANT
Focus on what matters most to you, whether that’s more energy, better sleep, or less stress.

✔️ TIME-BOUND
Give yourself a timeframe, for example, “book a health check by February”.

Progress doesn’t have to be perfect. Small steps add up over time. Here’s to a healthier, happier 2026 💙

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07/01/2026

📣 IMPORTANT UPDATE: MANAGEMYHEALTH 🚨

ManageMyHealth (MMH) has identified unauthorised ransomware activity within the My Health Documents module of the ManageMyHealth app. This activity was the result of a criminal cyberattack.

WHAT THIS MEANS FOR OUR PRACTICE

MMH has confirmed that the services connecting ManageMyHealth to general practice systems were not impacted by this incident. Our clinical systems, practice management systems, and day-to-day workflows remain secure and unaffected. There has been no impact on patient records held by our practice.

WHAT THIS MEANS FOR OUR PATIENTS

MMH is currently contacting affected users and has advised that approximately 6–7 per cent of users are impacted.

If your information was involved, MMH will contact you directly with confirmation and next steps. This process is managed entirely by MMH, and our practice does not have access to additional information about the incident or affected users. This sits outside of our control.

MMH has published answers to common questions, including why communication timing can vary and what terms like “accessed” mean. You can read more here:
https://managemyhealth.co.nz/faqs-cyber-breach/

We understand that news like this can be concerning. If you are feeling distressed and would like to speak with a clinician about your wellbeing, our reception team can help you make an appointment.

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Find the answers to the most frequently asked questions related to the recent Cyber Breach.

31/12/2025

🎉 HAPPY NEW YEAR! 🎉

As we step into 2026, here’s to a new year with plenty to look forward to. Wishing you:

✨ 12 months of feeling well in yourself
😄 52 weeks of connection with the people who matter
🌿 365 days of energy to do the things you love
🕒 8760 hours of steady, stress-free living
😊 525600 minutes of moments that make you smile
💙 31536000 seconds of good health and good fortune

Kia hari te tau hou (Happy New Year)!

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24/12/2025

🎄 MERRY CHRISTMAS FROM OUR TEAM 🎄

From all of us here at the practice, we wish you and your whānau a warm and joyful Christmas.

We hope your day is filled with the things that mean the most to you, whether that’s good kai, good company, or a quiet moment to put your feet up and relax.

And if Christmas feels a bit heavy this year, please reach out to someone you trust. You can also call or text 1737 any time for free support from a trained counsellor. No one should feel alone at Christmas.

Stay safe, enjoy the celebrations, and look after yourselves and each other.

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