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

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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.

Measles is in Nelson!Immunisation is the best protection against measles and it's free for most people.If you haven't ha...
03/11/2025

Measles is in Nelson!

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 to have extra doses, unless you are pregnant or immune-compromised.

🏥 Richmond Health Hub
📍 281 Queen Street, Richmond, Nelson
🕒 Tuesdays 3pm to 7pm
🕘 Fridays 9am to 1pm

People can check their immunity status by visiting info.health.nz/measles-immunity or call the Vaccination Helpline for free on 0800 28 29 26.

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

It’s Measles Immunisation Week! 🛡️Measles is highly contagious - but the good thing is it’s also preventable. This week ...
02/11/2025

It’s Measles Immunisation Week! 🛡️

Measles is highly contagious - but the good thing is it’s also preventable. This week is all about making sure our communities are protected.

💉 The MMR vaccine (measles, mumps, rubella) is free for anyone under 18 and for those eligible for free healthcare.
📍 Drop-in clinics are running across the country - no appointment needed.
👶 Not sure if your child is immunised? Now’s the time to check.

📲 Visit info.health.nz/immunisations/immunisation-clinics for local pop up clinics near you. You can also refer to healthpoint.co.nz as not all immunisation clinics are listed in info.health.nz.

Another option for booking an MMR vaccine is to book online: info.health.nz/bookavaccine

Is it measles or chickenpox? With measles spreading in Aotearoa NZ, it’s important to know the difference.Sometimes, mea...
30/10/2025

Is it measles or chickenpox? With measles spreading in Aotearoa NZ, it’s important to know the difference.

Sometimes, measles is mixed up with chickenpox, but they are two very different illnesses, with measles being more severe.

Here’s what to look for:

🤒 Measles: Starts with a high fever, red itchy eyes, a cough and runny nose. A rash follows, starting on the face then covering the body.

😖 Chickenpox: Starts with itchy blisters all over the body. Fever is mild to moderate, and a headache or fatigue might be present.

Before vaccines, some parents held chickenpox or measles “parties”, but these are *not* safe!

Both viruses can cause serious illness, and measles is especially dangerous and can lead to pneumonia, brain swelling, and other health complications such as hearing loss.

Deliberately exposing tamariki to measles can put them and others at serious risk, especially those who are immunocompromised.

Both illnesses have vaccines. Check you’re up-to-date with your immunisations to have the best protection: http://spr.ly/61887Ehty

29/10/2025

Measles is spreading in Aotearoa NZ. Here's what you need to know to protect yourself and your whānau/family.

✅ Check locations of interest: http://spr.ly/61817EFiZ

✅ Check if you're immunised against measles: http://spr.ly/61867EFie

✅ If you are not protected, get immunised. To be protected, you need two doses of the MMR vaccine after 12 months of age. If you are not sure if you have had two doses, it's safe for most to have an additional dose. Book at http://spr.ly/61807EFii

✅ If you think you might have measles, call Healthline on 0800 611 116 for free, 24/7 - they will advise you on what to do.

🤧 Measles starts with a cough, runny nose and sore red eyes. A rash follows. This begins on the face and develops down the body. You can look at photos of measles rash here: http://spr.ly/61847EFim

‼️ Measles is a serious and very contagious illness. Complications can include pneumonia, brain swelling, hearing loss. In NZ's 2019 measles epidemic, 1 in 3 people with measles needed hospital care. Children are most at risk, especially those under 12 months of age - to protect babies and young children we need as many people immunised as possible.

If you have any questions about the MMR vaccine, talk to your usual health provider, or call the Vaccination Helpline on 0800 28 29 26.

Kia mataara, kia haumaru te noho e te whānau!

Measles is here and there’s an increasing risk of it spreading in our communities. Here’s what you need to know and do t...
24/10/2025

Measles is here and there’s an increasing risk of it spreading in our communities. Here’s what you need to know and do to protect yourself and your whānau/family. Click on the photos in this post and swipe through them.

Get immunised. This is the best protection, and it is one of the most effective vaccines providing 99% protection (when two doses are given). Book at bookmyvaccine.nz

Kia mataara, kia haumaru te noho e te whānau!

Keep abreast of locations of interest: info.health.nz/conditions-treatments/infectious-diseases/about-measles/measles-locations-of-interest-in-aotearoa-new-zealand

A new measles case was confirmed in Nelson on Tuesday 21st October. Several locations of interest around Nelson have al...
23/10/2025

A new measles case was confirmed in Nelson on Tuesday 21st October.

Several locations of interest around Nelson have also been added.

📍Locations of interest: info.health.nz/conditions-treatments/infectious-diseases/about-measles/measles-locations-of-interest-in-aotearoa-new-zealand -of-interest-17809

Know the symptoms: info.health.nz/conditions-treatments/infectious-diseases/about-measles/measles

If you think you might have measles, call Healthline on 0800 611 116 or call your doctor (do not go into the clinic). They will advise you on what to do.

📍 Stay informed and protect your whānau. Full details about measles cases and exposure locations: tewhatuora.govt.nz/corporate-information/news-and-updates/new-measles-cases-confirmed-as-cook-strait-ferry-identified-among-further-exposure-locations

22/10/2025

Trying to quit smoking?

Relapsing is really common - and totally normal.

Every quit attempt counts. You're not failing - you're getting closer to being smokefree.

💬 Need support? Call 0800 667 665 (NO SMOKE) for free help to quit the ciggies.

22/10/2025

🛟Busy week for the Harbourmaster team at Clued Up Kids 2025, Saxton Oval.

We're there all week with seven other agencies with approximately 750 primary school kids coming through.

Key messaging around wearing an appropriately fitting, good condition lifejacket whenever you're on the water. Great engagement and energy!

👏Thanks for the assistance of Coastguard Nelson volunteers whilst we also juggle ongoing work of the Harbour!

This is a Health NZ – Nelson Marlborough led event and great safety messaging going to lots of households.
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Measles update: Three new cases confirmed - one in Nelson and two in Manawatū. Two of the cases are children. These are ...
21/10/2025

Measles update: Three new cases confirmed - one in Nelson and two in Manawatū. Two of the cases are children. These are in addition to the Auckland case earlier this week.

📍Locations of interest that the Nelson case visited while infectious are available, here: https://info.health.nz/measles-locations-of-interest-in-aotearoa-new-zealand

Measles is highly contagious and can cause serious illness. In the NZ measles epidemic in 2019, 1 in 3 people with measles needed hospital care.

🕵️‍♀️ Contact tracing is underway. We’re supporting all affected individuals and exploring possible undetected community transmission.

✅ Protect yourself and your whānau:
Get 2 doses of the MMR vaccine.

Learn sbout measles and its symptoms: https://info.health.nz/measles

If you think you might have measles, call Healthline on 0800 611 116 or call your doctor (do not go into the clinic). They will advise you on what to do.

Media release: https://www.tewhatuora.govt.nz/escalated-national-risk-of-measles-following-confirmation-of-cases-in-multiple-regions

Inhaling dust from potting mix or compost can cause Legionnaires’ disease, a severe and sometimes life-threatening chest...
20/10/2025

Inhaling dust from potting mix or compost can cause Legionnaires’ disease, a severe and sometimes life-threatening chest infection.

To protect your lungs and avoid getting Legionnaires’ disease:

👉 Use potting mix or compost outside
👉 Wear a well-fitting face mask. An N95 or respirator is best
👉 Wear gloves when handling potting mix or compost
👉 Open potting mix or compost bags carefully using scissors, away from your face
👉 Reduce dust by dampening down the potting mix or compost before using it
👉 Wash your hands thoroughly after handling potting mix or compost and before touching your face or removing your mask.

Your friendly community pharmacists help with more than you think. From expert medication advice to emergency contrace...
20/10/2025

Your friendly community pharmacists help with more than you think.

From expert medication advice to emergency contraception, immunisations, urinary or eye infections, fixing up minor cuts, checking rashes, and doing basic health checks, they do a lot.

Pharmacists are a great first port of call - especially if you’re unsure what to do or what type of medical help you need.

Find your closest one through healthpoint.co.nz.

Learn more about what pharmacists can help with:
https://info.health.nz/services-support/pharmacies

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