Health Navigator NZ has developed a series of information pages to support people who have Long COVID. Topics covered include:

There is concern we could see much higher rates of flu this winter. Find out if you qualify for a free flu vaccine. This is the best way to protect yourself and your whānau from getting sick with the flu. Find out more.

If you or a loved-one has a weakened immune system, it's important to contact your healthcare team straight away. There are now new COVID treatments available, however these need to be started within the first 5 days of symptoms or a positive COVID test. Learn more.

Our pulse can tell us a lot about our heart. Watch this video to learn how your pulse, or heart rate, can provide important clues. Learn about normal and abnormal heart rates and find out how to check your own pulse. Watch now.

Health Navigator NZ has recently developed medicine factsheets for 2 commonly used pain medicines - Ibuprofen and paracetamol. The factsheets explain how to safely take each medicine and the importance of checking the ingredients of other medicines you are also taking. 

These are now available in Te Reo Māori, Samoan, Cook Islands Māori, Tongan, Niuean and English.

If medicines are not disposed of correctly, they can pollute the environment – especially our waterways. Find out how to safety dispose your unwanted medicines and medicine containers. Learn more.

You can use our website to get health information without using any data on your phone. Tell your friends and whānau! Find out more about data-free access.
 

Apart from dispensing medicines, pharmacies offer a range of services to keep you and your family well. This can include help with COVID-19, treating minor ailments and health conditions, health checks, and vaccinations. Find out more.

There are a variety of apps and online tools that enable you to talk to a doctor, nurse, psychologist, or other healthcare provider without seeing them in person. Learn more about these apps.

With the weather becoming cooler, this tasty porridge with apple, raisins and cinnamon offers a gourmet twist to your breakfast. View the recipe.