NEWS AND UPDATES

Arthritis simply means ‘inflammation of a joint’.

2 April is the start of the 2024 flu vaccination season.

Sunburn and heat-related illnesses are two of the biggest things to watch out for throughout the summer months.

With Christmas nearly upon us, here is what you need to know over the holiday period.

On 1 December every year we recognise World AIDS Day

FAST is an easy acronym to remember and can help you spot someone having a stroke.

We often hear about carbohydrates, commonly referred to as ‘Carbs’ when referring to diets and food.

Oral health can play a big part in your overall health too

Anaphylaxis is a severe and potentially life-threatening reaction

From the start of August, we have some slight changes to both our prescription and doctors’ fees.

All COVID information can be found at the official COVID-19 website

Coeliac disease is a permanent autoimmune disorder where eating gluten causes damage to the small intestine.

With winter on our doorstep, now is the perfect time for you and your whānau to get the flu vaccine.

Breast cancer is the most common form of cancer for women in New Zealand, affecting 1 in 9 women over their lifetime.

Nurse Practitioners and Nurse Prescribers – who are they and what do they do?

This week we recognise Brain Awareness Week across the world.

February 25 is International Cochlear Implant Day, also known as CI Day.

February 4 is World Cancer Day, an international day designed to raise awareness of cancer and to encourage detection, prevention and treatment.

February is Heart Health Awareness Month in New Zealand.

New Zealand has some of the harshest and most damaging ultraviolet (UV) rays in the world, and it’s time once again to make sure that you are protected while outdoors.

Kiwis love to get down to the water in the warmer months. Whether it be a swim, splashing around with our tamariki or heading out on a boat, most of us will spend some time in the H2O this summer season.

With summer finally here and the warmer weather in sight, it’s important to remember to look after yourself amongst all the celebrations and fun times this holiday season.

There are now less than two weeks until Christmas, so here is a timely update on what will be happening during the holiday break while Mt Smart Medical is closed.

Māori cervical screening campaign