It's likely more of us will get flu this winter, so if you're eligible for the free flu vaccine, get it now. Children aged 3-12 and people with serious mental health or addiction needs are now eligible for a free flu vaccine. Find out more.

Are you and your medicine cabinet ready for winter? Good preparation can help you to cope better when those winter ailments arrive for you and your whānau. Find out more.

A warm and dry home can help keep you and your whānau healthy over winter, but for some, the cost of having a cosy house might break the bank. Read our budget-friendly tips on how to lock out winter cold and mould.

You're used to talking to your friends through text, social media, email and video apps such as Skype, Facetime or Zoom. Now you can 'see' your doctor, nurse or other healthcare professional using digital technologies. Find out more.

 

Gastroenteritis (gastro) is a bowel infection, usually caused by a virus. It causes runny, watery poo (hamuti) and sometimes vomiting. Find out more.

If it’s been a while since you last saw your doctor, now may be a good time for an annual check-up. Find out more.

Walking on a regular basis can improve your health and wellbeing. Not only is walking ideal for all ages and fitness levels, it’s free to do. If you’re feeling cold this winter, a brisk walk will increase your blood flow and help you feel warmer. Find out more.

It’s no big secret that many Kiwi men are reluctant to talk about their physical and mental health. Instead you may ignore signs that something is wrong or may feel unable to talk about what's bothering you. But there’s a world of information, support and advice for you, along with ways you can take better care of yourself. Find out more.

Are you taking Accuretic tablets for high blood pressure? If so, it's important to know that from August 2022, supplies of this medicine will be disrupted. When you are next due for a repeat of Accuretic, talk to your healthcare provider about changing to a new high blood pressure medicine. Find out more.

Buddhify app is a mindfulness app that provides the user with over 200 audio tracks of guided meditations for use in many different situations and environments. The app is suitable for all ages with separate, tailored meditations for children and adults. Find out more.

This Healthy Kids recipes swaps takeaway hot chips for a tasty homemade version using kūmara. The recipe is available in English and Te Reo Māori.  Read the recipe.