Health NZ – Nelson Marlborough

Health NZ – Nelson Marlborough Health NZ - Nelson Marlborough is the main funder and provider of health services in the region. Kaiao te tini, ka ora te mano, ka noho ora te nuinga.

We aim to ensure that all people live well, get well, and stay well. Please note this page is only monitored during working hours. It is not a page to make official complaints or for booking medical appointments. Our website has more information to assist you www.nmdhb.govt.nz

To view terms and conditions for Health New Zealand - Nelson Marlborough competitions and our social media community guidelines visit http://www.nmdhb.govt.nz/social

Health NZ hospitals, services and emergency departments will remain open during the strike.If it's not an emergency, you...
27/11/2025

Health NZ hospitals, services and emergency departments will remain open during the strike.

If it's not an emergency, you can:
👩🏽‍⚕️ Visit your GP, pharmacy, urgent care clinic or book an online GP appointment
📞 Call Healthline for 24/7 free health advice on 0800 611 116
📞 Call Ka Ora for after-hours care in rural areas on 0800 252 672
📞 Call or text 1737 for 24/7 free mental health support and advice.

Find the right care for you and your whānau: http://spr.ly/61867qipe

For more info on the strike: http://spr.ly/61867qipo

25/11/2025

With a current outbreak of measles in Aotearoa New Zealand, many parents have questions about measles and immunisation. We crowdsourced some questions about the MMR (measles, mumps and rubella) immunisation and put them to Paediatrician Dr Owen Sinclair (Te Rarawa).

If you still have questions, reach out to your usual doctor/GP, Hauora Māori or Pacific health provider.

You can also call the Vaccination Helpline on 0800 28 29 26. They're open from 8.30am-9pm, Mon-Fri and 8.30am - 2pm, Sat and Sun. Learn more at:

Learn more at: info.health.nz/measles

24/11/2025

Wanting help to quit smoking or va**ng? Give us a call on 0800 NO SMOKE and one of our quit coaches will be in touch with you!

There are a range of products to help you quit such as ni****ne patches, lozenges and gum, among other options. Give us a call, and one of our quit coaches can help you find the best approach to quitting.

Join the !

Measles outbreak update - 21 NovTwo new cases confirmed today, bringing the national total to 21 (18 no longer infectiou...
21/11/2025

Measles outbreak update - 21 Nov

Two new cases confirmed today, bringing the national total to 21 (18 no longer infectious).

New locations of interest added for Nelson, Auckland, and Waikato. If you were at any listed locations, check our page for instructions and monitor for symptoms: fever, cough, runny/red eyes, rash starting on the face.

Call Healthline 0800 611 116 or your health provider if symptoms develop.

Locations of interest 👉 http://spr.ly/61857cKcz

19/11/2025

Your questions about measles symptoms, answered! We crowdsourced some questions from you, and put them to Paediatrician, Dr Owen Sinclair (Te Rarawa).

If you still have questions, you can talk to your usual GP/Hauora or Pacific health provider, or for immunisation questions call the Vaccination Helpline on 0800 28 29 26. They're open from 8.30am - 9pm, Mon-Fri, and 8.30am - 2pm, Sat and Sun. 😀

Find out more at info.health.nz/measles

18/11/2025

Wanting help to quit smoking or va**ng? Give us a call on 0800 NO SMOKE and one of our quit coaches will be in touch with you! Join the !

FREE MMR immunisation clinic Immunisation is the best protection against measles and it's free* for most people. If you ...
12/11/2025

FREE MMR immunisation clinic

Immunisation is the best protection against measles and it's free* for most people.

If you haven't had two doses of the Measles Mumps and Rubella (MMR) vaccine it's recommended you get another dose. It's safe for most people to have extra doses. If you’re unsure of your immunity status, come along and we can check.

🏥 MOTUEKA POP-UP CLINIC

📍 Motueka Family Service Centre, 27 Talbot Street, Motueka

🕘 Saturday 15 November 10am to 2pm

You can also book a vaccination appointment with a pharmacy, your doctor, nurse, or Hauora Māori or Pacific Health provider. Visit info.health.nz/bookavaccine or call 0800 28 29 26.

For more information about MMR vaccination visit: info.health.nz/MeaslesVaccine

*The MMR vaccine is free in New Zealand for everyone under the age of 18, and for people over 18 who are eligible for free healthcare. Currently it’s also free for ineligible people who are not already immune in the South Island | Te Waipounamu.

Measles Update – 9 NovemberOne new measles case confirmed in Nelson today, bringing the national total to 18. This case ...
09/11/2025

Measles Update – 9 November
One new measles case confirmed in Nelson today, bringing the national total to 18. This case is not linked to previous ones, which may signal undetected transmission in the community.

📍 If you were in Nelson between 1-7 November, check the Locations of Interest page and follow health advice.
🛑 Measles spreads *very easily*. If you're feeling unwell, stay home and call Healthline on 0800 611 116.
💙 Immunisation is your best protection. Two doses of the MMR vaccine protect 99% of people.
🔵 Booking options for getting a vaccine can be found on this page: info.health.nz/immunisations/booking-a-vaccine

✅ No booking? No problem. Many clinics and pharmacies offer walk-in vaccinations.

🔍 Symptoms to watch for:
High fever
Cough, runny nose, sore red eyes
Rash starting on the face, spreading down the body

📞 Suspect measles? If you plan to visit a doctor's clinic, or urgent care, please make sure you call ahead before visiting. This enables the clinic to prepare and take the right precautions to protect others from catching measles.

More info: tewhatuora.govt.nz/measles-outbreak-update-sunday-9-november-2025

FREE* MMR immunisation clinic Immunisation is the best protection against measles and it's free for most people. If you ...
07/11/2025

FREE* MMR immunisation clinic

Immunisation is the best protection against measles and it's free for most people.

If you haven't had two doses of the Measles Mumps and Rubella (MMR) vaccine it's recommended you get another dose. It's safe for most people to have extra doses. If you’re unsure of your immunity status, come along and we can check.

🏥 NELSON POP-UP CLINIC
📍 23 Tahunanui Drive, Tahuna, Nelson (look for the flags)
🕘 Saturday 8 November 10am to 2pm

You can also book a vaccination appointment with a pharmacy, your doctor, nurse, or Hauora Māori or Pacific Health provider. Visit info.health.nz/bookavaccine or call the Vaccination Helpline on 0800 28 29 26.

For more information about MMR vaccination visit: info.health.nz/MeaslesVaccine

*The MMR vaccine is free in New Zealand for everyone under the age of 18, and for people over 18 who are eligible for free healthcare. It’s also free for ineligible people who have been contacted by public health and for people who have been at a location of Interest.

Now is the perfect time to check your immunisation status and book your MMR vaccine. The MMR vaccine is free for:- Ever...
05/11/2025

Now is the perfect time to check your immunisation status and book your MMR vaccine.

The MMR vaccine is free for:
- Everyone aged under 18 (regardless of immigration status)
- Adults over 18 eligible for funded healthcare
- Some non-eligible adults during outbreaks in affected regions

How to book 📅

For ages 13 and over, vaccinations can be booked online or over the phone.

- Book a vaccine online: bookmyvaccine.health.nz
- Book over the phone: 0800 28 29 26 (8am to 5pm, Monday to Friday).

For those aged 13 and under, contact your doctor, nurse, or healthcare provider to book an appointment.

Children over 3 years old can get an MMR vaccine at lots of pharmacies. You can search for one near you on Healthpoint: www.healthpoint.co.nz/immunisation


You can also book through your GP, nurse, or Hauora Māori or Pacific healthcare provider.

Need help? Call the Vaccination Helpline on 0800 28 29 26 (Mon–Fri 8:30am–9pm, weekends 8:30am–2pm) for support). Interpreters, Māori kaimahi or disability advisors are available.

05/11/2025

Now is the perfect time to check your immunisation status and book your MMR vaccine. Visit bookmyvaccine.health.nz to book online.

You can also book through your GP, nurse, or Hauora Māori or Pacific healthcare provider.

Need help? Call the Vaccination Helpline on 0800 28 29 26 (between 8.30am and 9pm Mon-Fri, or 9am - 2pm Sat and Sun, except public holidays).

The MMR vaccine is free for:

✅ Everyone aged under 18 (regardless of immigration status)
✅ Adults over 18 eligible for funded healthcare
✅ Some non-eligible adults during outbreaks in affected regions

Children over 3 years old can get an MMR vaccine at lots of pharmacies. You can search for one near you on Healthpoint: healthpoint.co.nz/immunisation

Not sure if you’re protected against measles? Here’s how to check: 💻 Use the online toolIt guides you through what to lo...
04/11/2025

Not sure if you’re protected against measles? Here’s how to check:

💻 Use the online tool
It guides you through what to look for based on your age and vaccination history. Find it here: info.health.nz/conditions-treatments/infectious-diseases/about-measles/measles-immunity -if-you-are-immune-to-measles-12096

💻 Log into My Health Record via your My Health Account to view your immunisation records (available for most people vaccinated after 2005).

👩🏽‍⚕️ Ask your doctor, nurse, healthcare provider or hauora provider. They can check your records or advise if you should get vaccinated.

📱 Call the Vaccination Helpline on 0800 28 29 26 (Mon–Fri 8:30am–9pm, weekends 8:30am–2pm) for support. Interpreters, Māori kaimahi or disability advisors are available.

✅ Other places you can check include your online patient portal (e.g. Manage My Health), your childhood health book such as your Plunket or WellChild Tamariki Ora book, calling your local lab as they might have records of measles immunity tests you've had in the past.

✈️ If you grew up overseas, contact your previous doctor or healthcare clinics to see if they have your immunisation records.

💙 No records? Not sure? It’s safe for most to get another dose of the MMR vaccine and it’s free for most people in NZ.

This Measles Immunisation Week (3–7 Nov), take action to protect yourself and your whānau.

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