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NewsMeasles outbreak in Christchurch: we are currently being swamped with enquiries about the measles outbreak in Christchurch and are encouraging those wanting more information to go to the following link. Measles link.
If you are 50 years and above you are assumed to be immune to measles and we therefore cannot administer the measles vaccine as per the Ministry of Health's advice. The vaccine is funded however a nurse administration fee of $21 applies to adults. Situations Vacant: Practice nurse required. Part time approximately 8.5 - 12.5 hours a week. Vaccinator's certificate and MedTech experience essential. Smear taking experience would be an advantage. Email to reception attention Practice Manager: howickreception@outlook.com or fax (09) 5373672. Flu vaccines. 2019 flu vaccination programme will commence 1 April 2019. If you are 66-80 you may consider booking in for a funded shingles vaccine (zostavax) as well. Meningococcal disease outbreak in Northland. If you are interested in vaccinating your child please see the attached link here. Prices are $130 for Menactra and $135 for Bexsero (an additional $21 for the nurse service applies). Community Services Card holders: from December 1 2018 visits to the doctor will be reduced. See Fees for additional information. If you do not have a card you can download a form from here. Patient Portal: If you are a registered patient you are now able to access your results on the patient portal by clicking on the 'Patient Portal' link to the right and selecting the 'Health Record' tab. You will need to complete a consent form first. |
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