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ACC's National Serious Injury Service specialises in helping people return to their everyday lives after serious... read more about ACC is there to help. Find out how»

​Whether the going is good or times are tough, research has shown that five key actions can make a real difference to... read more about Add five ways to wellbeing into your day»

Children with parents who smoke are much more likely to get sick, be admitted to hospital, and start smoking when they... read more about Advice for smokers who don’t want to harm their children»

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If you are worried about your own drug taking, or a friend, get in touch with the Alcohol Drug Helpline on 0800 787... read more about Alcohol Drug Helpline»

When taken correctly with regular reviews by your doctor, medications can improve your health and prolong your life.... read more about Are your medicines right for you? How to find out»

Children with asthma can usually exercise and do the same things their friends do, as long as you manage the condition... read more about Asthma in children»

Ride Forever is a great resource for motorcyclists. It has valuable information for beginners and veterans about... read more about Be the best motorcyclist you can be»

Providing personal care to someone can make a huge difference in their life. It is also a big responsibility for you.... read more about Being a caregiver at home…»

Kidshealth has heaps of articles and resources on all sorts of children’s health topics, including (but not limited... read more about Being healthy from birth through the teen years»

Make your GP team your first call 24/7. Unless it’s an emergency (when you should call 111), always make your general... read more about Care around the clock»

Whether you are choosing to become a carer, or have a family member who needs care, there is a lot to think about when... read more about Carers: Where to find more info»

HealthInfo Canterbury is an easy-to-use health information website written just for you, the people of Canterbury. You... read more about Check out the HealthInfo Canterbury website»

The Mediterranean diet is a healthy eating plan. It's based on traditional foods eaten in countries around the... read more about Choose a Mediterranean diet»

There are services available to help Māori people with their healthcare. Some services are provided by government... read more about Community Māori health providers»

Many general practices charge lower fees if you have a Community Services Card (CSC). If you have a CSC, the most you... read more about Community Services Card = cheaper GP fees»

Looking after yourself isn’t something you need to do alone – there are several organisations who can support you and advocate on your behalf.

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Learn to recognise the signs of concussion and what to do if you or someone else gets an injury to the brain with this... read more about Concussion, or just a whack to the head?»

There are a few options for men’s contraception and sexual health, including using condoms or getting a vasectomy.... read more about Condoms? Vasectomy? Options for healthy sex and contraception»

How to care for yourself and your whānau if you get COVID-19 

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Active and recovered COVID-19 cases in... read more about COVID-19 cases»

Information about how and where to get COVID-19 tests is available on our health information website info.health.nz

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Information about COVID-19 vaccinations in Canterbury.

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Depression and anxiety can happen to anybody, but men are less likely to reach out for help. Experiencing depression is... read more about Depression: You don’t have to tough it out»

Māori health services are designed to promote health, work with Māori people, and encourage healthcare providers to... read more about Did you know there are Māori health teams in hospital services?»

In Canterbury you can dispose needles and insulin pens safely through most community pharmacies, find out how to do... read more about Dispose insulin pens and insulin needles»

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If you have crooked teeth, your dentist might recommend orthodontic treatment which can improve how your teeth look and... read more about Do I need braces? And other questions for teenage teeth»

There’s nothing worse than copping an injury in an early game and sitting on the sideline for the rest of the season.... read more about Don’t let injuries ruin your rugby season»

Donating money or items such as clothing and food, can be a useful way to support those in need.

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What you eat can make a huge difference to your health and wellbeing. Choosing healthy foods can lower your risk of... read more about Eating for good health»

Childhood injuries are common. Thankfully most of these are minor. But every year in New Zealand children are badly... read more about Eight of the most common ways kids get injured»

If you or a family member has a very painful toothache or an injury to your teeth or gums, get help as soon as... read more about Emergency dental care: Where to go»

Having a health condition or injury might seem limiting, but it doesn't mean you have to stop doing all the things you... read more about Everyday activities can be hard. Here’s how to keep going»

Exercise in our hydrotherapy pool and meet other expectant mothers at our Exercise in Pregnancy... read more about Exercise in Pregnancy classes»

Fatigue is a real issue in industries that rely on workers being mentally and physically alert. Fatigue reduces a... read more about Fatigue: It’s not just ‘being tired at work’»

The Well Child Tamariki Ora programme is a series of health visits and support that are free to all families for... read more about Find a Well Child Tamariki Ora provider in Canterbury»

The Ministry of Health and district health boards fund several services for older people to help support you as you... read more about Find support to stay healthy and live comfortably»

Looking after your child’s baby teeth can help ensure their adult teeth come through healthy and strong. The Ministry... read more about Five steps to protect your child’s smile»

Feeling… blah? We've all been there! As well as sapping our energy levels, feeling a bit flat can start to take... read more about Five ways to wellbeing»

The Ministry of Health funds free hearing checks for children. If your child has a hearing loss, finding it early is... read more about Free hearing checks»

As the saying goes, you can sit a child at the table, but you can’t force them to eat. But you can encourage fussy or... read more about Fussy kids? Here’s how to get them eating»