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PageCelebrating the first babies born in the International Year of the Midwife
On the first day of the year we traditionally celebrate the first babies born in our communities. This year we have something extra to celebrate: the midwives who are part of new families’ lives through pregnancy, labour and birth; and the first six wePublicationPrimary and Community December 2019
In this issue: - Farewell to the Commissioner Team - Update from Southern Community Health Pathways - MMR vaccine update - And more..PublicationNew interpreter service for former refugees
Wesley Bachur, Southern DHB Programme Lead of Refugee Health Broadcast on Otago Access talks about the new servicePublicationMeasles case confirmed
Canterbury and Southern DHB are alerting the general public that they may have been exposed to measles.PublicationSouthern DHB Annual Plan 2019/20
The AP is the DHB's plan which aligns the DHB direction to national, regional and local priorities, provides clear actions on how we intend to deliver on our objectives, and how we will measure our success.PublicationExecutive Leadership team
The Executive Leadership Team at Te Whatu Ora Southern consists of executive managers based in Otago and Southland.PageCentral Lakes Locality Network
Locality Networks are advisory networks made up of health professionals and consumers. In the Southern region the Central Lakes Locality Network has been established to help prioritise and plan health services to meet the needs of local communities.PageCommunity Health Council - Two Years On 2018-2019
PublicationClinical Council
The purpose of the Clinical Council is to give balanced, clinically-informed advice to the Southern DHB Board and the Executive Leadership Team (ELT) around clinical and patient risk.PageCreating an environment for health
So the environment and society we live in supports health and well-being.PagePrimary & Community Care
At its heart, our Primary and Community Strategy is about ensuring health care services are connected and appropriate to people's needs.PageCOVID-19 (Novel coronavirus)
What do I need to know about COVID-19 (novel coronavirus)? What is COVID-19?PageClinical service re-design
A new programme - Valuing Patients’ Time is looking at how we can improve the experience of our Southern community through our hospitals and beyond.PageBowel screening update - January 2020
As it approaches its second anniversary, the Southern DHB’s National Bowel Screening Programme continues to make positive difference to the lives of many local residents.PublicationSouthern DHB planning for coronavirus
Southern DHB is planning in the event of coronavirus cases in the district. The virus, first diagnosed in Wuhan China has been reported in other countries across the world and although there have been no cases identified in New Zealand we need to be…PublicationElections to the Southern District Health Board
Elections for Southern District Health Board members were held as part of the 2019 triennial local body elections. Four board members were elected to represent the Otago Constituency and three board members to represent the Southland Constituency.PageEnabling our people
Our workforce have the skills, support and passion to deliver the care our communities have asked forPageFacilities for the future
Exciting projects are underway, to improve our facilities so we are able to accommodate and adapt to new models of care.PageSouthern Future Newsletter Jan 2020
In this issue: - Staff member's bright idea benefits, Southland ED - Patients give thanks to Māori Health team - Gentle leader celebrated with arohoa - Aotearoa Bike Challenge - And more...PublicationPrimary & Community Care strategy
We’re changing how we deliver health care services to better meet the needs of the people and communities we serve.PageRefreshed Alliance Leadership Team announced
Southern DHB and WellSouth PHO are reinvigorating the work of Alliance South, the alliance between the two organisations, with the establishment of a new Alliance Leadership Team.PublicationWorld Hepatitis Day: Get tested, get treated
Get tested, get treated – this is the message Southern DHB will be promoting again this year as part of World Hepatitis Day.PublicationGP explains Health Care Home decision
Dr Susie Lawless, of Amity Health Centre, Dunedin, explains why becoming a Health care Home is a good fit for her practicePublicationSouthern Health Care Home general practices unveiled
Better primary health care services are on the way for Otago and Southland with the launch of the first Health Care Home (HCH) general practices in the district.PublicationMinistry of Health statement on the investigation into MMR vaccine safety in Samoa
The New Zealand Ministry of Health expresses its condolences to the families of children who recently died in Samoa shortly after the administration of MMR vaccine.PublicationFamilies and whānau encouraged to support loved ones as DHBs nationwide prepare for strike tomorrow
Families and whānau encouraged to support loved ones as DHBs nationwide prepare for strike tomorrowPublicationSouthern DHB prepares for NZNO strike
New Zealand Nurses Organisation (NZNO) nurses, midwives and healthcare assistants have voted to strike, significantly impacting services at Dunedin, Southland and Lakes District hospitals.PublicationDocument with patient details misplaced
Media Statement On Wednesday, 04 July 2018, a paper document containing personal and some health information of 26 patients was lost in the Central Dunedin area.Publication‘Plan to be well this winter’ campaign kicks off
Sometimes serious winter illnesses can be avoided by taking action early.PublicationSouthern Steel and Southern DHB team up to promote women’s health
Southern Steel has teamed up with the cervical screening team at Southern DHB to encourage women to have a regular smear test.Publication