Otaki Medical Centre

17/11/2025

Diabetes Action Month: Take charge of your health

More than 250,000 New Zealanders are living with diabetes and many more have prediabetes without realising it.

The good news? With early action, you can change the path ahead.

This Diabetes Action Month, learn how to spot the signs, manage risk factors and support your whānau to live well.

Prediabetes can be reversed. Find out how small changes make a big difference → https://healthify.nz/health-a-z/d/diabetes-prediabetes

04/11/2025

03/11/2025

Call us on 3648555 to book your immunisation today!

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

27/10/2025

Kia ora Ōtaki!
If you are worried about Measles and are unsure about your immunisation status or would like to book in for a vaccination, please give us a call on 3648555.

Here is some helpful information about the MMR vaccine and Measles:

‍70 years or older: People aged in their 70s and older do not need an MMR vaccine

Mid-50s and 60s: People aged in their mid-50s and in their 60s are very unlikely to need a vaccine, but it can be considered if necessary, e.g. travelling to high-risk countries

Adults up to mid-50s: People aged younger than mid-50s need MMR if they do not have a clear record of two doses of measles-containing vaccine or confirmed measles. Two doses, at least 4 weeks apart

Childhood: Two scheduled MMR doses should be given at 12 months and 15 months of age. Children who have not received two documented doses can be offered catch-up doses, given at least 4 weeks apart. If a child receives an MMR0 dose before 12 months of age, they still require the two scheduled doses at 12 months and 15 months

The MMR vaccine is free for everyone in New Zealand under the age of 18. It doesn’t matter what your immigration status is.

For those aged 18 years and over, the MMR vaccine is free if you’re eligible for funded healthcare in New Zealand.

Overseas vaccine records: It is important to check vaccine history for children vaccinated overseas to ensure any missing MMR vaccines are offered as part of a priority infant and child catch-up vaccination programme.

For more information about measles go to:
https://healthify.nz/health-a-z/m/measles
or call Healthline on 0800 611 116

Measles is a highly infectious viral illness that can lead to serious complications for tamariki and adults. Find out how to protect yourself and learn about how it's spread.

11/09/2025

Check this out whānau, its free for a limited time!

Gout is tough. But you’re tougher. 💪

With the right tools and support, you can take control and cut back the pain of flare-ups.

That’s why we've created our Gout Busters course; short, simple and packed with practical advice.

✅ Free for a limited time
✅ 8 days, less than 5 minutes a day
✅ Clear, easy-to-follow steps

Follow the link to sign up and take control today: https://goutbusters.nz/

06/08/2025

31/07/2025

Come on down to the Medical Centre tonight from 5.00pm-6.30pm for a Flu vaccine. Stay Well this winter!

29/07/2025

Come on down to the Medical Centre this Thursday 5pm to 6.30pm. Stay well this winter!

21/07/2025

17/07/2025

Kia ora!
Due to staff illness, we are short-staffed today. All booked appointments will still go ahead as scheduled, but we are unable to accommodate walk-in or acute visits at this time.

If you are unwell and need support, please consider the following options:

Healthline: 0800 611 116

Practice Plus: 0800 772 7587

Raukawa Whānau Ora Acute Care Service: 0800 368 111

Thank you for your understanding and patience. Ngā mihi nui, nā mātou, ngā kaimahi o te Ōtaki Medical Centre.

14/07/2025

Taking on Dry July?

Whether you’re cutting back for the month or rethinking your drinking long-term, these free apps can help you track progress, stay motivated and get support.

Check out our guide to alcohol-use apps and find the right one for you : https://healthify.nz/apps/a/alcohol-use-apps

12/07/2025

The new BreastScreen Aotearoa system called Te Puna* now makes it easier for women to enrol and book their free breast screening appointments online.