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In recent years, significant changes were made to the way health services are delivered throughout New Zealand. Previously 20 regional District Health Boards (DHBs) provide or organise health services across the country. As of mid-2022: Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora manages all health services, including hospital and specialist...

When receiving a health or disability service you have the right: To be treated with respect. To be treated fairly without pressure or discrimination. To dignity and independence. To receive a quality service and to be treated with care and skill. To be given information that you can understand in...

The following are commonly identified as important elements of a healthy lifestyle. Exercising, Getting enough sleep, Staying connected with other people, Keeping your brain active, Eating a healthy diet, Stopping smoking and reducing alcohol, Managing your health conditions and regularly reviewing your medication with your doctor. Living a healthy lifestyle...

10KM RULE: This rule deals with the situation where an intending resident’s first choice of care home only has a room available that attracts extra fees and the person doesn’t want to, or cannot afford to, pay those fees. ACC: Accident Compensation Corporation. ADVANCED CARE PLAN & ADVANCED DIRECTIVES :...

There have been a number of significant health system changes in New Zealand Aotearoa since 2022 (e.g., the establishment of Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora and related agencies by the then Labour Government). The General Election of late 2023 saw a National, ACT and New Zealand Coalition Government...

‘My Health Passport’ is a booklet designed to help individuals manage their health information and improve communication between them and their healthcare providers. In New Zealand, ‘My Health Passport’ is a free service that is available to anyone who wants to use it. The primary purpose of ‘My Health Passport’...