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GP Dashboard shows patient activity across the health system
General practice teams in the Southern district have a clearer picture of their patients’ hospital treatments and appointments - and have the information sooner - thanks to a new feature in online records system, HealthOne.PublicationFree GP follow-up for discharged COPD patients
A free appointment for COPD patients provides greater support following hospital discharge and aims to reduce re-admissions.PublicationPatient portals are the heart of Health Care Home, but just as useful for all general practices
“I love when I see that little green icon.” So says Amity Health Centre’s Dr Prue Murdoch of the digital marker on a patient’s records indicating they’ve signed up for a patient portal.PublicationContingency planning for further Medical Imaging Technologists strike action
Southern DHB’s Medical Imaging Technologists (MITs) who are members of the APEX union will be striking again next week and the following week.PublicationBowel screening message to be shared at Sanford
Workers at Bluff’s Sanford fisheries will learn more about bowel health and bowel screening this week, as they receive a visit from the Southern DHB’s National Bowel Screening Programme team.PublicationMeasles update 25 October
There have been no new confirmed measles cases this week. The total number of Southern DHB cases remains at 71. Total cases for each location to date is: Dunedin: 2 Oamaru: 1 Wanaka: 3 Queenstown: 64PublicationBecoming smokefree
Tobacco smoking is a major public health problem and is the leading cause of preventable death and disease in New Zealand. It results in almost 5,000 deaths every year, killing two thirds of those who smoke.PageHealth checks and screening
For a range of conditions, screening programmes help discover issues early when they are most easily treated. Find out more about the screening programmes that are offered across the Southern district.PageHealth New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora - Southern Oral Health Enrolment Form
Children who meet the eligibility criteria for publicly funded health and disability services are entitled to free oral health care from birth until their 18th birthday.PageNZ Immigration Authorisation Form
PageElegibility form - dental client information
Southern District Oral Health Eligibility FormPageAbout maternity services in the Southern district
Where we’ve come fromPageDental and Oral health
The oral health programme at Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora - Southern focuses on creating the conditions for good oral health and addressing the needs of those at greatest risk of poor oral health.PageRaise Hope – Hāpai te Tūmanako Strategy 2019-2023
Working in an integrated way, and looking at the big picture, are key to the future of mental health and addiction services in the South, according to the strategic plan that will guide the Southern health system’s mental health and addiction sector.PublicationCervical Screening Start Age Changing to 25
From November 2019, the cervical screening start age is changing from 20 to 25 years, as advised by the National Cervical Screening Programme.PublicationValuing Patients' Time Newsletter Oct 2019
In this issue:PublicationMental health and addictions
Challenges with mental health and addictions are common, and can affect anyone.PageInvercargill Medical Centre advocates for bowel screening
Every Wednesday, team members at the Invercargill Medical Centre proudly wear their Bowel Screening t-shirts.PublicationPotting mix warning following death of Dunedin gardener
The recent death of a Dunedin man has prompted Public Health South to remind spring gardeners of the need to handle potting mix and compost with care.PublicationDisability responsiveness
Our vision is that disabled people and their families are supported to live the lives they choose. We are committed to increasing disabled people’s choice, control and flexibility regarding the supports they use.PageOlder people's health
Ensuring our older people are able to live well, as independently as possible and maintain a high quality of life is important to both our community, and our health services.PagePrimary and Community Nov 2019
In this issue: - Raise Hope Mental Health and Addiction Strategic Plan launched - Find out where the Southern DHB Commissioner will be visiting soon - Update on measles cases - Transforming Health Workshops – principles for the future - Help us co-design…PublicationSexual health
There are services across the Southern district to support your sexual and reproductive health, including if you experienced a sexual assault.PageNew measles case in Queenstown and other parts of New Zealand
Southern DHB/Public Health South has been notified that a visitor from Samoa has travelled around New Zealand, including Queenstown, between 31 October and 4 November, while infectious with measles.PublicationSouthern DHB Statement of Intent 2019/20-21/22
PublicationSouthern DHB Integrated Primary Maternity System of Care sees emphasis on sustainable LMC workforce
Southern DHB has released its final plan for its Integrated Primary Maternity System of Care with a strong emphasis on greater sustainability of the LMC midwifery workforce, as it seeks to provide greater support for women and their families across thePublicationWanaka Maternal and Child Hub location announce
The creation of a permanent maternal and child hub supporting Wanaka LMC midwives and women in their care is a significant step closer with the announcement of the location of the future facility.PublicationStatement from Chris Fleming, CEO, Southern DHB, concerning Wanaka primary maternity services
Statement from Chris Fleming, CEO, Southern DHB There are a number of points in this story that need clarification and correction.PublicationHealth care agencies seek interest in Community Health Hubs
In a major step forward in the implementation of the Primary and Community Care Strategy, Southern DHB and WellSouth Primary Health Network are seeking information from investors about the development Community Health Hubs.PublicationSouthland Hospital's 'Delusional Fitbits' walking the talk after workplace challenge win
The 2018 Vodafone Workplace Challenge Southland winners – Southland Hospital’s the Delusional Fitbits – are continuing their momentum signing up for the ICC Surf to CityPublicationNew name for Community Alcohol and Drug Services
Consistency and a more accurate reflection of the services provided across the district are behind a name change for Southern DHB’s Community Alcohol and Drug Services (CADS).PublicationNew Primary Maternity System Lead Appointed
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