{"title":"[product-group] Supporting your care with shared health information","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"your-health-information-where-and-when-its-needed-he2969","title":"Supporting your care with shared health information - HE2969","description":"\u003ch2\u003eSupporting your care with shared health information\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eExpanded health information, better care\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe’re expanding the information available to your doctors and other healthcare providers, no matter where you are in New Zealand. We’re doing this through a new health information connector called the Shared Digital Health Record.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThis lets healthcare providers see your important health information so they can give you the best care, including in urgent situations when you’re away from home.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWe plan to make this information available at medical practices, pharmacies, hospitals, ambulance services and residential facilities with responsibility for your care.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHealth information is already shared in some regions – we’re making it available nationwide through the Shared Digital Health Record.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou can choose to block some or all of your information from being shared. \u003cbr\u003eFind out more at \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.healthnz.govt.nz\/privacy\/wider-sharing-of-your-health-information\"\u003eSupporting your care with shared health information\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eInformation to be shared\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Shared Digital Health Record will collect and share health information. There are strong privacy and security controls in place to protect your health information and to monitor who accesses it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSome of this information will come from the IT systems of places like your general practice, pharmacy, urgent care, telehealth and hospital services. Information from Health NZ’s national databases will also be shared.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou don’t need to do anything if you’re happy for your health information to be shared with the healthcare providers caring for you.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf you want to limit or block your information from being shared, your options are on the next pages. No matter what you decide, you’ll still receive healthcare.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou can opt out of information sharing at any time.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe are rolling this project out carefully over time. We will progressively add the information detailed on this page. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSee the Health NZ website for updates on what information is shared: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.healthnz.govt.nz\/privacy\/wider-sharing-of-your-health-information\"\u003eSupporting your care with shared health information\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eInformation from general practice \u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHealth information we collect and share from your general practice will include your:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eallergies and intolerances – for example, an allergy to penicillin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003emedical conditions, such as asthma, diabetes and other long-term conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003evital signs like your temperature, heart rate and blood pressure.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOther information, such as your appointment details, including clinical notes, may be included in the future.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eInformation from Health NZ’s datasets\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInformation from Health NZ’s national datasets will also be shared through the Shared Digital Health Record.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis will include medications, immunisations, diagnostic information from laboratories and scans or x-rays. Hospital information like referrals, clinical letters and discharge summaries will also be shared.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eYour choices and what you need to do\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eShare my info\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eI want my healthcare providers to see my health information. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI’m happy for my information to be shared through the Shared Digital Health Record. This means my healthcare team will have the information they need to support me quickly and safely. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePatient action:\u003c\/strong\u003e Do nothing \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eMark private\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eI don’t want other healthcare providers to see some or all of my information from this provider when giving me care. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI would like some or all of my information kept between me and this healthcare provider* and not shared through the Shared Digital Health Record. I understand this could mean other healthcare services don’t have all my information.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePatient action:\u003c\/strong\u003e Talk to your healthcare provider. *Please check with them which individual records can be made confidential.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eBlock sharing\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eI don’t want my health information shared through the Shared Digital Health Record. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI’m choosing to:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eopt out completely, or\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eopt out of sharing specific information (like medications or immunisations).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis means that in an emergency the people treating me may not know my health information unless I’m able to tell them. I understand this may impact the care I receive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e Patient action:\u003c\/strong\u003e Contact Health New Zealand on \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"0800 144 751\" href=\"Tel:0800144751\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e0800 144 751\u003c\/a\u003e or email \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"customerservice@health.govt.nz\" href=\"mailto:customerservice@health.govt.nz\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ecustomerservice@health.govt.nz\u003c\/a\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow information sharing helps \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eTravelling for work\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCurrently:\u003c\/strong\u003e A woman from Wellington visits Auckland for work. At a meeting she begins to slur her speech so she’s taken to hospital with a suspected stroke. Because she is from Wellington, doctors in the hospital in Auckland cannot access her medical information.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWith shared health information:\u003c\/strong\u003e Auckland hospital staff can access her medical history. They see she has a history of migraines with speech loss. They are able to treat her quickly, knowing this important information.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eVisiting whānau\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCurrently:\u003c\/strong\u003e An 80 year old man from Hamilton is visiting his grandchildren in Christchurch and is hurt in a fall. He is allergic to a pain killer but can’t remember which one. The ambulance crew can’t access his health information to check.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWith shared health information:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ambulance crew access the man’s health information and see which medication he’s allergic to. He is given alternative pain relief safely and without delay.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eSeasonal worker\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCurrently: \u003c\/strong\u003eA fruit picker from Whangārei has an asthma attack and visits a Nelson urgent care centre. The doctor cannot access her health information and treats her for worsening asthma symptoms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWith shared health information:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Nelson doctor can see the woman has previously had problems with specific agricultural chemicals. She has recently been exposed to these chemicals. Because they have this information, the doctor gives her different treatment and care.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eSick child\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCurrently:\u003c\/strong\u003e A rural woman is caring for her grandchildren. During the night, the two-year-old develops a cough and starts breathing faster. Nan knows he has had breathing problems before but cannot recall the details, reach his parents, or confirm his medicines or hospital history. Worried she might miss something serious, an online GP recommends ED assessment. Nan drives nearly an hour to hospital in the middle of the night with three children.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWith shared health information:\u003c\/strong\u003e The online GP can see the child’s health record, including previous viral wheeze, prescribed inhalers, and no history of severe attacks or intensive care admissions. After a video assessment, the GP reassures Nan that the toddler is safe to stay home, explains his usual management plan, and outlines warning signs to watch for. A long trip to ED in the middle of the night is avoided.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhen information sharing will start\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYour important health information will become available to other healthcare providers over time, as they connect to the Shared Digital Health Record. Additional types of health information will also be shared over time – see \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.healthnz.govt.nz\/privacy\/wider-sharing-of-your-health-information\"\u003eSupporting your care with shared health information\u003c\/a\u003e for details.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eQuestions? We can help\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf you have questions about the collection of your health information through the Shared Digital Health Record, talk to your healthcare provider, call us on \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"0800 144 751\" href=\"Tel:0800144751\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e0800 144 751\u003c\/a\u003e or email \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"mailto:customerservice@health.govt.nz\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ecustomerservice@health.govt.nz\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou can also call or email to:\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eopt out of or back in to the Shared Digital Health Record\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003erequest a copy of your information in the Shared Digital Health Record\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf you have a privacy question or complaint, contact \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"mailto:customerservice@health.govt.nz\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ecustomerservice@health.govt.nz\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf you need help to make a decision, talk to someone you trust.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eAre you aged 12 to 15?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you don’t want to share some or all of your information – or want to start sharing again – talk to your parent or guardian, or your GP. If you would like to opt out of information sharing completely, call us on \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"0800 144 751\" href=\"Tel:0800144751\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e0800 144 751\u003c\/a\u003e or email \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"mailto:customerservice@health.govt.nz\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ecustomerservice@health.govt.nz\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eOther ways information is used to support healthcare\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHealth NZ also collects some information from healthcare providers to help us plan and pay for services, check how well things are working, and support better health for everyone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe use information for planning and reports. After we collect the information, we group it together to create a picture of what’s happening nationally and in your area. For example, we might look at the percentage of people who receive certain types of care.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe follow strict privacy rules, and we never publish anything that identifies you. Most of the time, your information is linked to a number, not your name or address.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur systems are safe and secure. Anyone who uses this data must follow strict rules. We store your information in a secure cloud system that has strong protections, including encryption, controlled access, and constant monitoring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExamples of some of the information we collect:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ehow long it takes to get a GP appointment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ehow many people in your community are enrolled or immunised\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ewhether a GP or nurse is providing your care\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ehealth conditions, blood tests, lab results, and cancer screening information that help us understand what health services people need.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSee \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.healthnz.govt.nz\/privacy\/managing-your-primary-care-health-information\"\u003eManaging your primary care health information\u003c\/a\u003e for more about how Health NZ manages information, including the new National Primary Care Dataset. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVisit the Health NZ website \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.healthnz.govt.nz\/privacy\/wider-sharing-of-your-health-information\"\u003eSupporting your care with shared health information\u003c\/a\u003e for more information about the Shared Digital Health Record, including your privacy and security.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"HealthEd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47919838068964,"sku":"HE2969","price":0.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0102\/6916\/3582\/files\/HE2969_eca21f1e-d145-44ac-a525-de31a620cc59.png?v=1784866060"},{"product_id":"supporting-your-care-with-shared-health-information-nzsl-he2969-nzsl","title":"Supporting your care with shared health information - NZSL - HE2969-NZSL","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/QFpGssx0oow?si=lWz11fKPiCSZcjTk\" title=\"YouTube video player\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVisit the Health NZ website \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.healthnz.govt.nz\/privacy\/wider-sharing-of-your-health-information\"\u003eSupporting your care with shared health information\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.healthnz.govt.nz\/privacy\/managing-your-primary-care-health-information\"\u003eManaging your primary care health information\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"HealthEd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":68187652587748,"sku":"HE2969-NZSL","price":0.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0102\/6916\/3582\/files\/HE2969-NZSL.png?v=1794188942"},{"product_id":"supporting-your-care-with-shared-health-information-te-reo-maori-he2969-mri","title":"Supporting your care with shared health information - Te tautoko i ō maimoa mā ngā mōhiohio hauora pātahi - te reo Māori - HE2969-MRI","description":"\u003ch2\u003eNgā mōhiohio hauora kua whakawhānuitia, ngā maimoa pai ake\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKei te whakawhānuitia e mātau ngā mōhiohio e wātea ana ki ō rata me ētahi atu kaiwhakarato hauora, ahakoa kei hea koe i Aotearoa. Kei te mahia e mātou tēnei mā tētahi pūtūhono mōhiohio hauora hou e kīia ana ko te Pūkete Hauora Matihiko Pātahi.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMā tēnei ka kitea e ngā kaiwhakarato hauora ō mōhiohio hauora hira kia tino manaakitia koe e rātou, tae atu ki ngā āhuatanga whāwhai i ngā wā kāore koe i te kāinga.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKo te whakarite kia wātea mai ēnei mōhiohio i ngā whare rata, ngā taka rongoā, ngā hōhipera, ngā ratonga waka tūroro me ngā whakanōhanga tiaki tūroro e tiaki ana i a koe.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKua tuaritia kētia ngā mōhiohio hauora i ētahi rohe – ka noho wātea mai i te motu whānui mā te Pūkete Hauora Matihiko Pātahi.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKei a koe te tikanga ki te ārai i ētahi, te katoa rānei o ō mōhiohio kia kaua e tuaritia.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRapu mōhiohio atu anō i \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.healthnz.govt.nz\/privacy\/wider-sharing-of-your-health-information\"\u003eSupporting your care with shared health information\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eNgā mōhiohio ka tuarihia\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKa kohikohi, ka tuari hoki te Pūkete Hauora Matihiko Pātahi i ngā mōhiohio hauora. Kei reira ngā whakahaere matatapu me te haumaru pākaha hei whakamaru i ō mōhiohio hauora me te aroturuki i te hunga ka toro atu.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKa ahu mai ētahi o ēnei mōhiohio i ngā pūnaha IT o ngā wāhi pērā i tō whare rata, ngā maimoa whāwhai me ngā ratonga hauora ā-waea. Ka tuarihia hoki ngā mōhiohio mai i ngā pātengi raraunga ā-motu a Te Whatu Ora.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKāore ō mahi atu anō mēnā kei te pai ki a koe kia tuarihia ō mōhiohio hauora ki ngā kaiwhakarato hauora e tiaki ana i a koe.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMēnā e hiahia ana koe kia whakatepea, kia aukatia rānei te tuari i ō mōhiohio, kei ngā whārangi whai ake ō kōwhiringa. Ahakoa tō whakatau, ka whiwhi tonu koe i ō maimoa.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKa āhei koe ki te whakahē kia tuarihia ō mōhiohio ahakoa te wā.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKei te āta tukuna haeretia e mātou tēnei kaupapa i roto i te wā. Ka tāpirihia haerehia e mātou ngā mōhiohio kei tēnei whārangi.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTirohia te paetukutuku a Te Whatu Ora mō ngā whakamārama he aha ngā mōhiohio ka tuarihia: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.healthnz.govt.nz\/privacy\/wider-sharing-of-your-health-information\"\u003eSupporting your care with shared health information\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eNgā mōhiohio mai i ngā rata\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKei roto i ngā mōhiohio hauora ka kohia, ka tuarihia hoki e mātou mai i tō whare rata ko ō:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003emate pāwera me ngā pāweratanga – hei tauira, he pāwera ki te rongoā paturopi\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003emate, pērā i te huangō, te matehuka me ētahi atu mate pūmau\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003etohu ora pērā i tō pāmahana, kapa manawa me te pēhanga toto.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKa whakaurua mai ētahi atu mōhiohio, pērā i ō taipitopito wā hui, tae atu ki ngā tuhipoka haumanu, ā tōna wā.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eNgā mōhiohio mai i ngā pātengi raraunga a Te Whatu Ora\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKa tuarihia anōtia pea mōhiohio mai i ngā huinga raraunga ā-motu a Te Whatu Ora mā te Pūkete Hauora Matihiko Pātahi.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKei roto i tēnei ko ngā rongoā, ngā tuku awhikiri, ngā mōhiohio tautohu mai i ngā taiwhanga me ngā matawai, ngā hihi-X rānei; tae atu ki ngā mōhiohio hōhipera pērā i ngā tononga, ngā reta haumanu me ngā kōrero whakarāpopoto mō te tuku i te hōhipera.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eŌ kōwhiringa me ngā mahi māu\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTuarihia aku mōhiohio\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eE hiahia ana ahau kia kite aku kaiwhakarato hauora i aku mōhiohio hauora. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHe pai ki ahau kia tuarihia aku mōhiohio mā te Pūkete Hauora Matihiko Pātahi. Arā, ka whai taku rōpū hauora i ngā mōhiohio e hiahia ana rātou kia tere ai, kia haumaru ai hoki te tautoko i ahau.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNgā mahi mā te tūroro:\u003c\/strong\u003e Kore noa iho \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTohu tūmataiti\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKāore au i te hiahia kia kite ētahi atu kaiwhakarato hauora i ētahi, i te katoa rānei o aku mōhiohio mai i tēnei kaiwhakarato ina whakamaimoa ana ahau. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKo taku hiahia kia noho tapu ētahi, te katoa rānei o aku mōhiohio ki waenga i a māua ko taku kaiwhakarato hauora*, ā, kia kaua e tuarihia mā te Pūkete Hauora Matihiko Pātahi. E mārama ana ahau kāore pea e whiwhi i ētahi atu o ngā ratonga hauora i aku mōhiohio katoa.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNgā mahi mā te tūroro: \u003c\/strong\u003eMe kōrero atu ki tō kaiwhakarato hauora. *Me kōrero ki a rātou ko ēhea ngā pūkete takitahi me noho matatapu.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTe tuari wāhanga\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKāore au i te hiahia kia tuarihia aku mōhiohio hauora mā te Pūkete Hauora Matihiko Pātahi. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eE kōwhiri ana ahau kia:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ewehe tūturu, tērā rānei\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ekaua e tuari mōhiohio tauwhāiti (pērā i ngā rongoā, tuku awhikiri rānei).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eArā, ina pā he ohotata kāore pea te hunga whakamaimoa i ahau i te mōhio ki aku mōhiohio hauora engari ia mēnā ka taea e au te kōrero atu. E mārama ana ahau ka whai pānga pea tērā ki ngā maimoatanga ka whiwhi au.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNgā mahi mā te tūroro:\u003c\/strong\u003e Whakapā atu ki Te Whatu Ora i \u003ca href=\"Tel:0800144751\" title=\"0800 144 751\"\u003e0800 144 751\u003c\/a\u003e, īmēra rānei ki \u003ca href=\"mailto:customerservice@health.govt.nz\"\u003ecustomerservice@health.govt.nz \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHe pēhea te āwhina a te tuari mōhiohio\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTe haere ki te mahi\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eI tēnei wā:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ka haere he wahine nō Te Whanganui-a-Tara ki Tāmaki Makaurau ki te mahi. I tētahi ka hui ka kunanu ana kōrero, ā, ka heria atu ia ki te hōhipera i runga i te whakaaro he ikura roro. I te mea nō Te Whanganui-a-Tara ia, tē taea e ngā rata i te hōhipera i Tāmaki Makaurau te toro i ana mōhiohio hauora.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMā ngā mōhiohio hauora:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ka taea e ngā kaimahi o te hōhipera o Tāmaki Makaurau ana mōhiohio hauora. Ka kite rātou ka pā mai te ānini ki a ia me te ngaro o te kōrero. Ka taea e rātou te whakamaimoa wawe i a ia, i runga i te mōhio ki ēnei mōhiohio hira.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTe kite i te whānau\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eI tēnei wā:\u003c\/strong\u003e I haere he koroua 80 ōna tau nō Kirikiriroa ki te kite i ana mokopuna i Ōtautahi, ā, ka whara i a ia i hinga. He pāwera ia ki te rongoā patu mamae engari kua wareware ia ko tēhea. Tē taea e ngā kaimahi waka tūroro te toro ana mōhiohio ki te tirotiro.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMā ngā mōhiohio hauora: \u003c\/strong\u003eKa taea e ngā kaimahi waka tūroro te toro ana mōhiohio hauora me te kite ko ēhea ngā rongoā e pāwera ana ia. Ka wawe tonu, ka haumaru hoki te tuku rongoā kē ki a ia.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKaimahi ā-wāhanga\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eI tēnei wā: \u003c\/strong\u003eKa mate huangō he kaimahi huarākau nō Whangārei, ā, ka haere ia ki tētahi whare rata kōhukihuki i Whakatū. Tē taea e te rata te toro ana mōhiohio hauora, ā, ka whakamaimoa ia i ōna tohumate huangō kei te kino haere.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMā ngā mōhiohio hauora:\u003c\/strong\u003e Kei te kite te rata o Whakatū i raruraru te wahine i ētahi matū ahuwhenua tauwhāiti i mua. I pā ia ki ēnei matū i nā tata nei. I te mea kei a ia ēnei mōhiohio katoa, he rerekē te whakamaimoa a te rata i a ia.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTamaiti māuiui\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eI tēnei wā:\u003c\/strong\u003e Kei te tiaki tētahi wahine nō tuawhenua i ana mokopuna. I te pō, ka pāngia te tamaiti, rua tau te pakeke, e te maremare, ā, ka tino tere haere te hēhē. Kei te mōhio te kuia i pā mai ngā raruraru hēhē ki a ia i mua engari kāore i te maumahara ki ngā taipitopito, kāore e taea e ia ana mātua, te whakaū rānei i ana rongoā, tana hītori hōhipera rānei. I runga i te mōhio kāore e kitea tētahi mea nui, ka tūtohu tētahi rata tuihono tētahi aromatawai ED. Tata ki te kotahi haora te taraiwa a te kuia i te waenga pō ki te hōhipera me ngā tamariki e toru.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMā ngā mōhiohio hauora:\u003c\/strong\u003e Kei te kite rata tuihono i te pūkete hauora a te tamaiti, tae atu ki te tīmohu, ngā ngongō tūtohu, ā, kāore he hītori o te mate huangō, te uru rānei ki te whāomoomo. Whai muri i tētahi aromatawai ataata, ka whakamārama atu te rata ki te kuia he pai noa iho tana noho ki te kāinga, ka whakamārama atu i tana mahere whakamaimoa noa, me te whakatakoto i ngā tohu me whakatūpato. Kua kore e mate ki te haere ki te ED i te waenganui pō. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTe wā ka tīmata te tuari mōhiohio\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKa wātea mai ō mōhiohio hauora hira ki ētahi atu kaiwhakarato hauora i roto i te wā, i a rātou ka tūhono ki te Pūkete Hauora Matihiko Pātahi. Ka tuarihia hoki ngā momo mōhiohio hauora tāpiri i roto i te wā – tirohia a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.healthnz.govt.nz\/privacy\/wider-sharing-of-your-health-information\"\u003ehealthnz.govt.nz\/SharedRecords\u003c\/a\u003e mō ngā taipitopito.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHe pātai? Ka taea e mātou te āwhina\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMēnā he pātai āu mō te kohinga o ō mōhiohio hauora mā te Pūkete Hauora Matihiko Pātahi, me kōrero ki tō kaiwhakarato hauora, waea mai ki \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"0800 144 751\" href=\"tel:0800144751\" aria-describedby=\"a11y-new-window-external-message\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e0800 144 751\u003c\/a\u003e, īmēra rānei ki \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"mailto:customerservice@health.govt.nz\" aria-describedby=\"a11y-new-window-external-message\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ecustomerservice@health.govt.nz\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKa taea hoki e koe te waea, te īmēra mai kia wehe atu, kia hoki mai anō rānei ki te Pūkete Hauora Matihiko Pātahi\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMēnā he pātai tūmataitinga tāu, he amuamu rānei, me whakapā atu ki \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"mailto:customerservice@health.govt.nz\" aria-describedby=\"a11y-new-window-external-message\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ecustomerservice@health.govt.nz\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMēnā kei te hiahia āwhina koe hei tuku whakatau, te kōrero rānei ki tētahi tangata e pono ana koe.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e12 ki te 15 ō tau?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMēnā kāore koe i te hiahia ki te tuari i ētahi, te katoa rānei o ō mōhiohio – kei te hiahia rānei ki te tuari anō – me kōrero ki tō matua, kaitiaki rānei, tō rata rānei. Mēnā kei te hiahia koe ki te wehe tūturu i te tuari mōhiohio, me waea mai ki \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"0800 144 751\" href=\"tel:0800144751\" aria-describedby=\"a11y-new-window-external-message\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e0800 144 751\u003c\/a\u003e, īmēra rānei ki \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"mailto:customerservice@health.govt.nz\" aria-describedby=\"a11y-new-window-external-message\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ecustomerservice@health.govt.nz\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eĒtahi atu tikanga e whakamahia ana ngā mōhiohio hei tautoko ratonga hauora\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKa kohia e Te Whatu Ora ētahi mōhiohio mai i ngā kaiwhakarato hauora hei āwhina i a mātou ki te whakarite mahere me te utu ratonga, te tirotiro kei te pēhea te haere o ngā āhuatanga, ā, kia pai ake hoki te tautoko i te hauora mō te katoa.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKa whakamahia e mātou ngā mōhiohio mō ngā mahere me ngā pūrongo. Whai muri i tā mātou kohikohi mōhiohio, ka whakarōpūtia e mātou kia kite ai he pēhea te āhuatanga i te motu me tō rohe. Hei tauira, ka tirotiro pea mātou ki te ōrau o te hunga e whiwhi ana i ngā tūmomo maimoa tauwhāiti.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKa ū mātou ki ngā ture tūmataiti pākaha, ā, kāore mātou e whakaputa i tētahi mea e mōhiotia ai koe. I te nuinga o te wā, e hono ana ō mōhiohio ki tētahi nama, kaua ki tō ingoa, tō wāhi noho rānei.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHe haumaru, he nawenawe ā mātou pūnaha. Me mātua whai te hunga e whakamahi ana ēnei raraunga i ngā ture pākaha. E rokirokitia ana e mātou ō mōhiohio ki tētahi pūnaha kapua haumaru he kaha ōna whakamaru, tae atu ki te whakamuna, te whakahaere urunga, me te aroturuki haere.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNgā tauira o ētahi o ngā mōhiohio ka kohia e mātou:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ete roa o te whiwhi wā hui me te rata\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ete maha o te hunga o tō hapori kua rēhita, kua whiwhi awhikiri rānei\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003emēnā kei te whakamaimoatia koe e te rata, te nēhi rānei\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003engā mate, ngā whakamātau toto, ngā otinga taiwhanga, me ngā mōhiohio tātari mate pukupuku e āwhina ai kia mārama ai mātou ki ngā ratonga hauora e hiahia ana te tangata.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTirohia a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.healthnz.govt.nz\/privacy\/managing-your-primary-care-health-information\"\u003ehealthnz.govt.nz\/ManagingInfo\u003c\/a\u003e mō ētahi mōhiohio anō he pēhea te whakahaere a Te Whatu Ora i ngā mōhiohio, tae atu ki te Huinga Raraunga Maimoa Matua ā-Motu.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHaere ki te paetukutuku a Te Whatu Ora i \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.healthnz.govt.nz\/privacy\/wider-sharing-of-your-health-information\"\u003ehealthnz.govt.nz\/SharedRecords\u003c\/a\u003e mō ētahi mōhiohio anō mō te Pūkete Hauora Matihiko Pātahi, tae atu ki tō tūmataitinga me te haumarutanga.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"HealthEd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":68187808891108,"sku":"HE2969-MRI","price":0.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0102\/6916\/3582\/files\/HE2969-MRI.png?v=1794190356"},{"product_id":"supporting-your-care-with-shared-health-information-simplified-chinese-he2969-hans","title":"Supporting your care with shared health information - Simplified Chinese - HE2969-HANS","description":"","brand":"HealthEd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":68188175040740,"sku":"HE2969-HANS","price":0.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0102\/6916\/3582\/files\/HE2969-HANS_896b0878-391c-45db-b0af-05f8b269c065.png?v=1794194745"},{"product_id":"supporting-your-care-with-shared-health-information-he2969-copy","title":"Supporting your care with shared health information - HE2969-BRAILLE","description":"\u003ch2\u003eSupporting your care with shared health information\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eExpanded health information, better care\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe’re expanding the information available to your doctors and other healthcare providers, no matter where you are in New Zealand. We’re doing this through a new health information connector called the Shared Digital Health Record.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThis lets healthcare providers see your important health information so they can give you the best care, including in urgent situations when you’re away from home.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWe plan to make this information available at medical practices, pharmacies, hospitals, ambulance services and residential facilities with responsibility for your care.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHealth information is already shared in some regions – we’re making it available nationwide through the Shared Digital Health Record.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou can choose to block some or all of your information from being shared. \u003cbr\u003eFind out more at \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.healthnz.govt.nz\/privacy\/wider-sharing-of-your-health-information\"\u003eSupporting your care with shared health information\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eInformation to be shared\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Shared Digital Health Record will collect and share health information. There are strong privacy and security controls in place to protect your health information and to monitor who accesses it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSome of this information will come from the IT systems of places like your general practice, pharmacy, urgent care, telehealth and hospital services. Information from Health NZ’s national databases will also be shared.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou don’t need to do anything if you’re happy for your health information to be shared with the healthcare providers caring for you.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf you want to limit or block your information from being shared, your options are on the next pages. No matter what you decide, you’ll still receive healthcare.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou can opt out of information sharing at any time.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe are rolling this project out carefully over time. We will progressively add the information detailed on this page. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSee the Health NZ website for updates on what information is shared: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.healthnz.govt.nz\/privacy\/wider-sharing-of-your-health-information\"\u003eSupporting your care with shared health information\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eInformation from general practice \u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHealth information we collect and share from your general practice will include your:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eallergies and intolerances – for example, an allergy to penicillin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003emedical conditions, such as asthma, diabetes and other long-term conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003evital signs like your temperature, heart rate and blood pressure.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOther information, such as your appointment details, including clinical notes, may be included in the future.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eInformation from Health NZ’s datasets\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInformation from Health NZ’s national datasets will also be shared through the Shared Digital Health Record.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis will include medications, immunisations, diagnostic information from laboratories and scans or x-rays. Hospital information like referrals, clinical letters and discharge summaries will also be shared.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eYour choices and what you need to do\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eShare my info\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eI want my healthcare providers to see my health information. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI’m happy for my information to be shared through the Shared Digital Health Record. This means my healthcare team will have the information they need to support me quickly and safely. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePatient action:\u003c\/strong\u003e Do nothing \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eMark private\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eI don’t want other healthcare providers to see some or all of my information from this provider when giving me care. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI would like some or all of my information kept between me and this healthcare provider* and not shared through the Shared Digital Health Record. I understand this could mean other healthcare services don’t have all my information.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePatient action:\u003c\/strong\u003e Talk to your healthcare provider. *Please check with them which individual records can be made confidential.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eBlock sharing\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eI don’t want my health information shared through the Shared Digital Health Record. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI’m choosing to:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eopt out completely, or\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eopt out of sharing specific information (like medications or immunisations).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis means that in an emergency the people treating me may not know my health information unless I’m able to tell them. I understand this may impact the care I receive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e Patient action:\u003c\/strong\u003e Contact Health New Zealand on \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"0800 144 751\" href=\"Tel:0800144751\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e0800 144 751\u003c\/a\u003e or email \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"customerservice@health.govt.nz\" href=\"mailto:customerservice@health.govt.nz\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ecustomerservice@health.govt.nz\u003c\/a\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow information sharing helps \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eTravelling for work\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCurrently:\u003c\/strong\u003e A woman from Wellington visits Auckland for work. At a meeting she begins to slur her speech so she’s taken to hospital with a suspected stroke. Because she is from Wellington, doctors in the hospital in Auckland cannot access her medical information.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWith shared health information:\u003c\/strong\u003e Auckland hospital staff can access her medical history. They see she has a history of migraines with speech loss. They are able to treat her quickly, knowing this important information.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eVisiting whānau\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCurrently:\u003c\/strong\u003e An 80 year old man from Hamilton is visiting his grandchildren in Christchurch and is hurt in a fall. He is allergic to a pain killer but can’t remember which one. The ambulance crew can’t access his health information to check.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWith shared health information:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ambulance crew access the man’s health information and see which medication he’s allergic to. He is given alternative pain relief safely and without delay.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eSeasonal worker\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCurrently: \u003c\/strong\u003eA fruit picker from Whangārei has an asthma attack and visits a Nelson urgent care centre. The doctor cannot access her health information and treats her for worsening asthma symptoms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWith shared health information:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Nelson doctor can see the woman has previously had problems with specific agricultural chemicals. She has recently been exposed to these chemicals. Because they have this information, the doctor gives her different treatment and care.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eSick child\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCurrently:\u003c\/strong\u003e A rural woman is caring for her grandchildren. During the night, the two-year-old develops a cough and starts breathing faster. Nan knows he has had breathing problems before but cannot recall the details, reach his parents, or confirm his medicines or hospital history. Worried she might miss something serious, an online GP recommends ED assessment. Nan drives nearly an hour to hospital in the middle of the night with three children.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWith shared health information:\u003c\/strong\u003e The online GP can see the child’s health record, including previous viral wheeze, prescribed inhalers, and no history of severe attacks or intensive care admissions. After a video assessment, the GP reassures Nan that the toddler is safe to stay home, explains his usual management plan, and outlines warning signs to watch for. A long trip to ED in the middle of the night is avoided.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhen information sharing will start\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYour important health information will become available to other healthcare providers over time, as they connect to the Shared Digital Health Record. Additional types of health information will also be shared over time – see \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.healthnz.govt.nz\/privacy\/wider-sharing-of-your-health-information\"\u003eSupporting your care with shared health information\u003c\/a\u003e for details.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eQuestions? We can help\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf you have questions about the collection of your health information through the Shared Digital Health Record, talk to your healthcare provider, call us on \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"0800 144 751\" href=\"Tel:0800144751\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e0800 144 751\u003c\/a\u003e or email \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"mailto:customerservice@health.govt.nz\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ecustomerservice@health.govt.nz\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou can also call or email to:\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eopt out of or back in to the Shared Digital Health Record\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003erequest a copy of your information in the Shared Digital Health Record\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf you have a privacy question or complaint, contact \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"mailto:customerservice@health.govt.nz\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ecustomerservice@health.govt.nz\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf you need help to make a decision, talk to someone you trust.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eAre you aged 12 to 15?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you don’t want to share some or all of your information – or want to start sharing again – talk to your parent or guardian, or your GP. If you would like to opt out of information sharing completely, call us on \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"0800 144 751\" href=\"Tel:0800144751\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e0800 144 751\u003c\/a\u003e or email \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"mailto:customerservice@health.govt.nz\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ecustomerservice@health.govt.nz\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eOther ways information is used to support healthcare\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHealth NZ also collects some information from healthcare providers to help us plan and pay for services, check how well things are working, and support better health for everyone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe use information for planning and reports. After we collect the information, we group it together to create a picture of what’s happening nationally and in your area. For example, we might look at the percentage of people who receive certain types of care.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe follow strict privacy rules, and we never publish anything that identifies you. Most of the time, your information is linked to a number, not your name or address.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur systems are safe and secure. Anyone who uses this data must follow strict rules. We store your information in a secure cloud system that has strong protections, including encryption, controlled access, and constant monitoring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExamples of some of the information we collect:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ehow long it takes to get a GP appointment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ehow many people in your community are enrolled or immunised\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ewhether a GP or nurse is providing your care\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ehealth conditions, blood tests, lab results, and cancer screening information that help us understand what health services people need.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSee \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.healthnz.govt.nz\/privacy\/managing-your-primary-care-health-information\"\u003eManaging your primary care health information\u003c\/a\u003e for more about how Health NZ manages information, including the new National Primary Care Dataset. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVisit the Health NZ website \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.healthnz.govt.nz\/privacy\/wider-sharing-of-your-health-information\"\u003eSupporting your care with shared health information\u003c\/a\u003e for more information about the Shared Digital Health Record, including your privacy and security.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"HealthEd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":68189415604452,"sku":"HE2969-BRAILLE","price":0.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0102\/6916\/3582\/files\/HE1205thumbnail_df3b2293-a5ae-4644-a3a2-a80a70fa24ce.jpg?v=1715909226"},{"product_id":"supporting-your-care-with-shared-health-information-english-audio-he2969-aud","title":"Supporting your care with shared health information - English audio - HE2969-AUD","description":"\u003ch2\u003eSupporting your care with shared health information\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eExpanded health information, better care\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe’re expanding the information available to your doctors and other healthcare providers, no matter where you are in New Zealand. We’re doing this through a new health information connector called the Shared Digital Health Record.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThis lets healthcare providers see your important health information so they can give you the best care, including in urgent situations when you’re away from home.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWe plan to make this information available at medical practices, pharmacies, hospitals, ambulance services and residential facilities with responsibility for your care.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHealth information is already shared in some regions – we’re making it available nationwide through the Shared Digital Health Record.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou can choose to block some or all of your information from being shared. \u003cbr\u003eFind out more at \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.healthnz.govt.nz\/privacy\/wider-sharing-of-your-health-information\"\u003eSupporting your care with shared health information\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eInformation to be shared\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Shared Digital Health Record will collect and share health information. There are strong privacy and security controls in place to protect your health information and to monitor who accesses it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSome of this information will come from the IT systems of places like your general practice, pharmacy, urgent care, telehealth and hospital services. Information from Health NZ’s national databases will also be shared.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou don’t need to do anything if you’re happy for your health information to be shared with the healthcare providers caring for you.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf you want to limit or block your information from being shared, your options are on the next pages. No matter what you decide, you’ll still receive healthcare.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou can opt out of information sharing at any time.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe are rolling this project out carefully over time. We will progressively add the information detailed on this page. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSee the Health NZ website for updates on what information is shared: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.healthnz.govt.nz\/privacy\/wider-sharing-of-your-health-information\"\u003eSupporting your care with shared health information\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eInformation from general practice \u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHealth information we collect and share from your general practice will include your:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eallergies and intolerances – for example, an allergy to penicillin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003emedical conditions, such as asthma, diabetes and other long-term conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003evital signs like your temperature, heart rate and blood pressure.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOther information, such as your appointment details, including clinical notes, may be included in the future.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eInformation from Health NZ’s datasets\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInformation from Health NZ’s national datasets will also be shared through the Shared Digital Health Record.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis will include medications, immunisations, diagnostic information from laboratories and scans or x-rays. Hospital information like referrals, clinical letters and discharge summaries will also be shared.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eYour choices and what you need to do\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eShare my info\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eI want my healthcare providers to see my health information. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI’m happy for my information to be shared through the Shared Digital Health Record. This means my healthcare team will have the information they need to support me quickly and safely. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePatient action:\u003c\/strong\u003e Do nothing \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eMark private\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eI don’t want other healthcare providers to see some or all of my information from this provider when giving me care. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI would like some or all of my information kept between me and this healthcare provider* and not shared through the Shared Digital Health Record. I understand this could mean other healthcare services don’t have all my information.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePatient action:\u003c\/strong\u003e Talk to your healthcare provider. *Please check with them which individual records can be made confidential.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eBlock sharing\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eI don’t want my health information shared through the Shared Digital Health Record. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI’m choosing to:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eopt out completely, or\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eopt out of sharing specific information (like medications or immunisations).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis means that in an emergency the people treating me may not know my health information unless I’m able to tell them. I understand this may impact the care I receive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e Patient action:\u003c\/strong\u003e Contact Health New Zealand on \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"0800 144 751\" href=\"Tel:0800144751\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e0800 144 751\u003c\/a\u003e or email \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"customerservice@health.govt.nz\" href=\"mailto:customerservice@health.govt.nz\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ecustomerservice@health.govt.nz\u003c\/a\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow information sharing helps \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eTravelling for work\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCurrently:\u003c\/strong\u003e A woman from Wellington visits Auckland for work. At a meeting she begins to slur her speech so she’s taken to hospital with a suspected stroke. Because she is from Wellington, doctors in the hospital in Auckland cannot access her medical information.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWith shared health information:\u003c\/strong\u003e Auckland hospital staff can access her medical history. They see she has a history of migraines with speech loss. They are able to treat her quickly, knowing this important information.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eVisiting whānau\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCurrently:\u003c\/strong\u003e An 80 year old man from Hamilton is visiting his grandchildren in Christchurch and is hurt in a fall. He is allergic to a pain killer but can’t remember which one. The ambulance crew can’t access his health information to check.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWith shared health information:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ambulance crew access the man’s health information and see which medication he’s allergic to. He is given alternative pain relief safely and without delay.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eSeasonal worker\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCurrently: \u003c\/strong\u003eA fruit picker from Whangārei has an asthma attack and visits a Nelson urgent care centre. The doctor cannot access her health information and treats her for worsening asthma symptoms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWith shared health information:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Nelson doctor can see the woman has previously had problems with specific agricultural chemicals. She has recently been exposed to these chemicals. Because they have this information, the doctor gives her different treatment and care.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eSick child\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCurrently:\u003c\/strong\u003e A rural woman is caring for her grandchildren. During the night, the two-year-old develops a cough and starts breathing faster. Nan knows he has had breathing problems before but cannot recall the details, reach his parents, or confirm his medicines or hospital history. Worried she might miss something serious, an online GP recommends ED assessment. Nan drives nearly an hour to hospital in the middle of the night with three children.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWith shared health information:\u003c\/strong\u003e The online GP can see the child’s health record, including previous viral wheeze, prescribed inhalers, and no history of severe attacks or intensive care admissions. After a video assessment, the GP reassures Nan that the toddler is safe to stay home, explains his usual management plan, and outlines warning signs to watch for. A long trip to ED in the middle of the night is avoided.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhen information sharing will start\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYour important health information will become available to other healthcare providers over time, as they connect to the Shared Digital Health Record. Additional types of health information will also be shared over time – see \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.healthnz.govt.nz\/privacy\/wider-sharing-of-your-health-information\"\u003eSupporting your care with shared health information\u003c\/a\u003e for details.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eQuestions? We can help\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf you have questions about the collection of your health information through the Shared Digital Health Record, talk to your healthcare provider, call us on \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"0800 144 751\" href=\"Tel:0800144751\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e0800 144 751\u003c\/a\u003e or email \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"mailto:customerservice@health.govt.nz\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ecustomerservice@health.govt.nz\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou can also call or email to:\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eopt out of or back in to the Shared Digital Health Record\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003erequest a copy of your information in the Shared Digital Health Record\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf you have a privacy question or complaint, contact \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"mailto:customerservice@health.govt.nz\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ecustomerservice@health.govt.nz\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf you need help to make a decision, talk to someone you trust.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eAre you aged 12 to 15?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you don’t want to share some or all of your information – or want to start sharing again – talk to your parent or guardian, or your GP. If you would like to opt out of information sharing completely, call us on \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"0800 144 751\" href=\"Tel:0800144751\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e0800 144 751\u003c\/a\u003e or email \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"mailto:customerservice@health.govt.nz\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ecustomerservice@health.govt.nz\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eOther ways information is used to support healthcare\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHealth NZ also collects some information from healthcare providers to help us plan and pay for services, check how well things are working, and support better health for everyone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe use information for planning and reports. After we collect the information, we group it together to create a picture of what’s happening nationally and in your area. For example, we might look at the percentage of people who receive certain types of care.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe follow strict privacy rules, and we never publish anything that identifies you. Most of the time, your information is linked to a number, not your name or address.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur systems are safe and secure. Anyone who uses this data must follow strict rules. We store your information in a secure cloud system that has strong protections, including encryption, controlled access, and constant monitoring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExamples of some of the information we collect:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ehow long it takes to get a GP appointment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ehow many people in your community are enrolled or immunised\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ewhether a GP or nurse is providing your care\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ehealth conditions, blood tests, lab results, and cancer screening information that help us understand what health services people need.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSee \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.healthnz.govt.nz\/privacy\/managing-your-primary-care-health-information\"\u003eManaging your primary care health information\u003c\/a\u003e for more about how Health NZ manages information, including the new National Primary Care Dataset. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVisit the Health NZ website \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.healthnz.govt.nz\/privacy\/wider-sharing-of-your-health-information\"\u003eSupporting your care with shared health information\u003c\/a\u003e for more information about the Shared Digital Health Record, including your privacy and security.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"HealthEd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":68189468885220,"sku":"HE2969-AUD","price":0.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0102\/6916\/3582\/files\/audio-icon.png?v=1774917636"},{"product_id":"supporting-your-care-with-shared-health-information-english-large-print-he2969-elp","title":"Supporting your care with shared health information - English Large Print - HE2969-ELP","description":"\u003ch2\u003eSupporting your care with shared health information\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eExpanded health information, better care\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe’re expanding the information available to your doctors and other healthcare providers, no matter where you are in New Zealand. We’re doing this through a new health information connector called the Shared Digital Health Record.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThis lets healthcare providers see your important health information so they can give you the best care, including in urgent situations when you’re away from home.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWe plan to make this information available at medical practices, pharmacies, hospitals, ambulance services and residential facilities with responsibility for your care.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHealth information is already shared in some regions – we’re making it available nationwide through the Shared Digital Health Record.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou can choose to block some or all of your information from being shared. \u003cbr\u003eFind out more at \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.healthnz.govt.nz\/privacy\/wider-sharing-of-your-health-information\"\u003eSupporting your care with shared health information\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eInformation to be shared\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Shared Digital Health Record will collect and share health information. There are strong privacy and security controls in place to protect your health information and to monitor who accesses it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSome of this information will come from the IT systems of places like your general practice, pharmacy, urgent care, telehealth and hospital services. Information from Health NZ’s national databases will also be shared.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou don’t need to do anything if you’re happy for your health information to be shared with the healthcare providers caring for you.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf you want to limit or block your information from being shared, your options are on the next pages. No matter what you decide, you’ll still receive healthcare.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou can opt out of information sharing at any time.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe are rolling this project out carefully over time. We will progressively add the information detailed on this page. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSee the Health NZ website for updates on what information is shared: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.healthnz.govt.nz\/privacy\/wider-sharing-of-your-health-information\"\u003eSupporting your care with shared health information\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eInformation from general practice \u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHealth information we collect and share from your general practice will include your:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eallergies and intolerances – for example, an allergy to penicillin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003emedical conditions, such as asthma, diabetes and other long-term conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003evital signs like your temperature, heart rate and blood pressure.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOther information, such as your appointment details, including clinical notes, may be included in the future.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eInformation from Health NZ’s datasets\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInformation from Health NZ’s national datasets will also be shared through the Shared Digital Health Record.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis will include medications, immunisations, diagnostic information from laboratories and scans or x-rays. Hospital information like referrals, clinical letters and discharge summaries will also be shared.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eYour choices and what you need to do\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eShare my info\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eI want my healthcare providers to see my health information. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI’m happy for my information to be shared through the Shared Digital Health Record. This means my healthcare team will have the information they need to support me quickly and safely. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePatient action:\u003c\/strong\u003e Do nothing \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eMark private\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eI don’t want other healthcare providers to see some or all of my information from this provider when giving me care. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI would like some or all of my information kept between me and this healthcare provider* and not shared through the Shared Digital Health Record. I understand this could mean other healthcare services don’t have all my information.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePatient action:\u003c\/strong\u003e Talk to your healthcare provider. *Please check with them which individual records can be made confidential.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eBlock sharing\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eI don’t want my health information shared through the Shared Digital Health Record. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI’m choosing to:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eopt out completely, or\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eopt out of sharing specific information (like medications or immunisations).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis means that in an emergency the people treating me may not know my health information unless I’m able to tell them. I understand this may impact the care I receive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e Patient action:\u003c\/strong\u003e Contact Health New Zealand on \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"0800 144 751\" href=\"Tel:0800144751\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e0800 144 751\u003c\/a\u003e or email \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"customerservice@health.govt.nz\" href=\"mailto:customerservice@health.govt.nz\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ecustomerservice@health.govt.nz\u003c\/a\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow information sharing helps \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eTravelling for work\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCurrently:\u003c\/strong\u003e A woman from Wellington visits Auckland for work. At a meeting she begins to slur her speech so she’s taken to hospital with a suspected stroke. Because she is from Wellington, doctors in the hospital in Auckland cannot access her medical information.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWith shared health information:\u003c\/strong\u003e Auckland hospital staff can access her medical history. They see she has a history of migraines with speech loss. They are able to treat her quickly, knowing this important information.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eVisiting whānau\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCurrently:\u003c\/strong\u003e An 80 year old man from Hamilton is visiting his grandchildren in Christchurch and is hurt in a fall. He is allergic to a pain killer but can’t remember which one. The ambulance crew can’t access his health information to check.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWith shared health information:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ambulance crew access the man’s health information and see which medication he’s allergic to. He is given alternative pain relief safely and without delay.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eSeasonal worker\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCurrently: \u003c\/strong\u003eA fruit picker from Whangārei has an asthma attack and visits a Nelson urgent care centre. The doctor cannot access her health information and treats her for worsening asthma symptoms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWith shared health information:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Nelson doctor can see the woman has previously had problems with specific agricultural chemicals. She has recently been exposed to these chemicals. Because they have this information, the doctor gives her different treatment and care.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eSick child\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCurrently:\u003c\/strong\u003e A rural woman is caring for her grandchildren. During the night, the two-year-old develops a cough and starts breathing faster. Nan knows he has had breathing problems before but cannot recall the details, reach his parents, or confirm his medicines or hospital history. Worried she might miss something serious, an online GP recommends ED assessment. Nan drives nearly an hour to hospital in the middle of the night with three children.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWith shared health information:\u003c\/strong\u003e The online GP can see the child’s health record, including previous viral wheeze, prescribed inhalers, and no history of severe attacks or intensive care admissions. After a video assessment, the GP reassures Nan that the toddler is safe to stay home, explains his usual management plan, and outlines warning signs to watch for. A long trip to ED in the middle of the night is avoided.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhen information sharing will start\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYour important health information will become available to other healthcare providers over time, as they connect to the Shared Digital Health Record. Additional types of health information will also be shared over time – see \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.healthnz.govt.nz\/privacy\/wider-sharing-of-your-health-information\"\u003eSupporting your care with shared health information\u003c\/a\u003e for details.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eQuestions? We can help\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf you have questions about the collection of your health information through the Shared Digital Health Record, talk to your healthcare provider, call us on \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"0800 144 751\" href=\"Tel:0800144751\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e0800 144 751\u003c\/a\u003e or email \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"mailto:customerservice@health.govt.nz\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ecustomerservice@health.govt.nz\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou can also call or email to:\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eopt out of or back in to the Shared Digital Health Record\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003erequest a copy of your information in the Shared Digital Health Record\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf you have a privacy question or complaint, contact \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"mailto:customerservice@health.govt.nz\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ecustomerservice@health.govt.nz\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf you need help to make a decision, talk to someone you trust.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eAre you aged 12 to 15?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you don’t want to share some or all of your information – or want to start sharing again – talk to your parent or guardian, or your GP. If you would like to opt out of information sharing completely, call us on \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"0800 144 751\" href=\"Tel:0800144751\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e0800 144 751\u003c\/a\u003e or email \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"mailto:customerservice@health.govt.nz\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ecustomerservice@health.govt.nz\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eOther ways information is used to support healthcare\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHealth NZ also collects some information from healthcare providers to help us plan and pay for services, check how well things are working, and support better health for everyone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe use information for planning and reports. After we collect the information, we group it together to create a picture of what’s happening nationally and in your area. For example, we might look at the percentage of people who receive certain types of care.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe follow strict privacy rules, and we never publish anything that identifies you. Most of the time, your information is linked to a number, not your name or address.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur systems are safe and secure. Anyone who uses this data must follow strict rules. We store your information in a secure cloud system that has strong protections, including encryption, controlled access, and constant monitoring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExamples of some of the information we collect:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ehow long it takes to get a GP appointment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ehow many people in your community are enrolled or immunised\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ewhether a GP or nurse is providing your care\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ehealth conditions, blood tests, lab results, and cancer screening information that help us understand what health services people need.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSee \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.healthnz.govt.nz\/privacy\/managing-your-primary-care-health-information\"\u003eManaging your primary care health information\u003c\/a\u003e for more about how Health NZ manages information, including the new National Primary Care Dataset. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVisit the Health NZ website \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.healthnz.govt.nz\/privacy\/wider-sharing-of-your-health-information\"\u003eSupporting your care with shared health information\u003c\/a\u003e for more information about the Shared Digital Health Record, including your privacy and security.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"HealthEd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":68189485695204,"sku":"HE2969-ELP","price":0.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0102\/6916\/3582\/files\/HE2969-ELP.png?v=1794197315"}],"url":"https:\/\/healthed.govt.nz\/collections\/product-group-supporting-your-care-with-shared-health-information.oembed","provider":"HealthEd","version":"1.0","type":"link"}