Wairoa midwives say early engagement is key
Expectant mothers in Wairoa are being encouraged to engage with a midwife in the early stages of pregnancy to ensure they and their baby receive the best possible start.
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Expectant mothers in Wairoa are being encouraged to engage with a midwife in the early stages of pregnancy to ensure they and their baby receive the best possible start.
Increased levels of e. coli in the Porangahau Lagoon this week has prompted a reminder from health officials to warn people of the risks associated with gathering cockles from the area.
District nurses provide nursing care to patients who live within Hawke’s Bay. They offer assessment, clinical treatment, support and education for patients and their families.
A doctor or practice nurse or other health professional will refer you to district nursing.
DonationsThere are many reasons to donate to Hawke’s Bay health: to tangibly show your appreciation, demonstrate your thanks for life’s gifts or to mark a special occasion such as someone's birthday, anniversary, reunion or wedding.
Hawke’s Bay Hospital is busy and people with less serious health concerns are asked to think twice before going to the Emergency Department.
Hawke’s Bay Hospital’s anaesthetic technicians, who are members of the Association of Professionals and Executive Employee Inc (APEX), have voted to strike for 24 hours from 7am 24 October until 7am 25 October.
Hawke’s Bay Hospital’s anaesthetic technicians, who are members of the Association of Professionals and Executive Employee Inc (APEX), have voted to strike for 48 hours from 7am Monday 17 December until 7am Wednesday 19 December 2018.
Hawke’s Bay District Health Board’s (HBDHB) investment into offering free bus fares for people attending outpatient appointments at Hawke’s Bay Hospital and Napier Health is already making an impact with 345 outpatients choosing to take the bus during its first month of operation.
The Hawke's Bay DHB Paediatric Service cares for babies and children up to the age of 15 years. In addition to the specialist inpatient services a range of outpatient services are also provided at Hawke's Bay Hospital.
What do we do?NASC (Need Assessment Service Coordination) Hawke's Bay is an assessment and service coordination agency that assists people with a disability, and their family/whānau, to maintain independence in their home and community, or a residential setting.