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Have you missed any MMR or HPV immunisations?

There is a free catch-up programme being offered at schools and GPs in the Whanganui region. Consent forms will be sent home soon. Click here for more information...
Reflections on lockdown, resilience and beyond

Two WDHB staff with backgrounds in mental health talk about their expertise in resilience, coping mechanisms and change following Covid-19. Read more...
Infection control tips for Air Chathams + others

The team at Air Chathams were recently given tips on personal protective gear and hygiene to complement their customer service and safety practices. Read more...
Minister launches $40 million measles campaign

The Government is to invest up to $40 million towards a measles catch-up campaign to immunise 30,000 people aged between 15 and 30 years. Read more...
Lockdown: The good, the bad and the future

Lockdown: The good, the bad and the future. What did our community think about the national Alert Levels 4 and 3?
Whanganui passes target for pre-school health checks

B4 School checks is a national programme offering a vital health +developmental assessment for all Kiwi 4-year-olds. This year Whanganui surpassed the government target for checks. Read more...
Our region is at Alert Level 2 - be patient and vigilant

Following the change in Covid-19 Alert Levels, local health sector leaders are encouraging people to be vigilant, prepared and calm. Read more...

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