In the Winter 2024 newsletter from Te Nīkau Health Centre, health consumers will learn about various essential winter health tips, such as keeping up to date with vaccinations, practicing good hygiene, eating a nutritious diet rich in fruits and vegetables, maintaining regular exercise, ensuring quality sleep, managing stress, and avoiding smoking.
The newsletter highlights the importance of understanding when to use antibiotics, distinguishing between bacterial and viral infections, and provides guidance on dealing with influenza and RSV.
It also informs readers about the updated funding for the Shingrix vaccine for shingles prevention and clarifies the policy for repeat prescription requests.
Readers will be introduced to the newly rebranded West Coast Health and the array of free services they offer.
The Urgent Primary Care Clinic’s services for minor illnesses and injuries are outlined, ensuring patients know how to access same-day care.
Additionally, the newsletter features the Te Tumu Waiora program, which includes Health Improvement Practitioners and Health Coaches dedicated to supporting patients’ health and well-being.
Finally, the newsletter provides an overview of the dedicated team at Te Nīkau Health Centre, ensuring patients know who is there to support them.