{"title":"Winter wellness","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"winter-wellness-communities-he1365","title":"Winter Wellness - Communities - HE1365","description":"\u003ch2\u003eKeep your whānau safe and well this winter\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCooler weather means more people are likely to get sick with colds, flu, COVID-19, and other respiratory illnesses, such as whooping cough. With more sick people around, the chances of illnesses being brought into your home, workplace, or school increase. There are several ways to protect yourself and others from infections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePreventing the spread of illness\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIf you feel sick, stay home\u003c\/strong\u003e to rest up and prevent spreading germs to others. Make sure you tell other people you are at home. For online advice go to \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.healthnz.govt.nz\/\"\u003eHealth New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora\u003c\/a\u003e You can also find advice on whether your child is well enough to go to school here: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.healthnz.govt.nz\/health-topics\/keeping-healthy\/healthy-homes-environments\/going-to-school\/knowing-if-your-child-is-well-enough-to-go-to-school-guidance-for-parents\"\u003eKnowing if your child is well enough to go to school — guidance for parents and caregivers\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhen you are sick, it is especially important to \u003cstrong\u003estay away from people who could get very sick from winter illnesses,\u003c\/strong\u003e including babies, those who are pregnant, people aged over 65 years, and others with a weak immune system. This includes avoiding visiting friends and family in hospital or rest home until you are well again.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeeping your hands clean prevents the spread of germs and viruses. \u003cstrong\u003eRegularly wash your hands with soap and water or use an alcohol-based sanitiser.\u003c\/strong\u003e This is especially important if you are visiting people who are more likely to get sick.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eTo further reduce the spread of infectious illnesses:\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Cover your mouth and nose with a tissue when you cough or sneeze, then put the tissue in a bin and wash your hands.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e If you do not have a tissue, cough or sneeze into your elbow.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Wear a mask to lower the risk of spreading infectious illness through the air.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Clean frequently touched surfaces, such as light switches and door handles, with household cleaner, regularly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Let fresh air inside by opening windows and doors several times a day. If you’re in a building with a ventilation system, check it is filtering or cleaning the air efficiently.  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eVisiting an after hours or urgent care clinic\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e When you need urgent medical help, and your usual doctor isn’t available or you don’t have one, After Hours Medical Centres and Urgent Care Clinics can help you. You don’t need an appointment, but you might have to wait. For tamariki under 14 years old, services are usually free. Many have lower fees for community service card holders. You can find where centres are located, and their charges, on \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.healthpoint.co.nz\/gps-accident-urgent-medical-care\/accident-urgent-medical-care-ae\/\"\u003eAccident \u0026amp; Urgent Medical Care (A\u0026amp;E) • Healthpoint\u003c\/a\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eIn an emergency, always call 111.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eImmunisation\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBeing immunised is the best way to protect against some preventable diseases.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo book a vaccination, go to \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.healthnz.govt.nz\/health-topics\/immunisations\/booking-a-vaccine\"\u003eBook a vaccine\u003c\/a\u003e or call the Vaccination Helpline \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"0800 28 29 26\" href=\"Tel:0800282926\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e0800 28 29 26\u003c\/a\u003e (Monday to Friday 8:30am to 5.00pm) for information, advice, and support. Calls are free, callers can speak with a Māori clinician, and interpreters are available.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCheck immunisations for yourself and your whānau for:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlu (Influenza)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhooping cough (pertussis)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCOVID-19\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMeasles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRoutine immunisations as part of the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.healthnz.govt.nz\/health-topics\/immunisations\/national-immunisation-schedule\"\u003eNational Immunisation Schedule\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHealthy homes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Warm, dry, and healthy homes can help prevent you and your children from getting sick.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e The Healthy Homes Initiative supports eligible families to help make their homes warmer, drier, and healthier by providing education and support such as curtains, carpet and minor repairs as needed. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Visit \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.hhi.org.nz\/\"\u003eWarm, Dry, Healthy Homes | Healthy Homes Initiative\u003c\/a\u003e to find a local provider and to see if you are eligible. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e You may qualify for a subsidy to have your home insulated and\/or an efficient form of heating installed in your main living area. To find out, visit \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.eeca.govt.nz\/\"\u003eEECA - Energy Efficiency \u0026amp; Conservation Authority | EECA\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e How to make your home healthier:\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOpen your curtains during the day and close them at night.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOpen your windows for at least a few minutes each day and close them again.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDry your washing outside or in the garage or carport.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLet steam out of the kitchen and bathroom by opening windows and doors.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWipe off any water that has collected on walls and on the inside of windows.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStop cold air getting into your home by stopping draughts around doors, windows, and fireplaces.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemove mould from ceilings and walls as soon as possible with white vinegar or household bleach with added water, and dry well. For more information: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/healthify.nz\/hauora-wellbeing\/h\/homes-why-dampness-and-mould-are-bad-for-your-health\"\u003eHomes – why dampness and mould are bad for your health | Healthify\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePreventing house fires\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWinter is a higher-risk time for house fires. Over the last 10 years, there have been approximately 54 percent more house fires between May and July than during the rest of the year.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMany of these fires are linked to heating being used more often in winter – for example, heaters placed too close to things that can burn (like clothes being dried), or simply faulty electric blankets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn addition, more than 50 percent of avoidable house fire deaths are people over 65. So, this winter, here are a few very simple steps you can take to keep yourself and your loved ones safe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJust remember to:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFollow the “metre from the heater” rule\u003c\/strong\u003e – keep at least one metre of clear space around heaters and other heat sources.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCheck the heat before you sleep\u003c\/strong\u003e – check your electric blanket for hot spots before first use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChimney alright before first light?\u003c\/strong\u003e – get your chimney cleaned before the first fire of the season.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCool ash before you stash\u003c\/strong\u003e – soak with water in a metal bucket.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eA clean dryer avoids fire\u003c\/strong\u003e – remove lint before every use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is also important that people have working smoke alarms in every bedroom, living room and hallway. This will give you the earliest possible warning to escape. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eChoose the right healthcare for you and your whānau\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you do get sick there are many ways to get help for your health, whatever the time of day or night, for you and your whānau. Some options are:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePharmacy\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYour local pharmacy can give you advice on medicines and common health problems like coughs and colds, they can recommend treatments, fill prescriptions, and some provide immunisations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHealthline\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHealthline is a free over-the-phone health service available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week – you can call Healthline for free health advice from a Registered Nurse on \u003ca href=\"Tel:0800611116\" title=\"0800 611 116\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e0800 611 116\u003c\/a\u003e You can also register for a call back at \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.healthnz.govt.nz\/online-phone-healthcare\/healthline\" target=\"_blank\"\u003einfo.health.nz\/healthline\u003c\/a\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHealth Provider\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCall your GP, Hauora Māori or Pacific Health Provider to get support for you and your whānau from a doctor or nurse. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTelehealth Services\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePhone or video GP appointment is a good option if you don’t have a doctor or can’t visit one. Visit: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.healthnz.govt.nz\/online-phone-healthcare\/online-gp-care\"\u003eOnline GP Care\u003c\/a\u003e Call Ka Ora for an after-hours video and phone service if you live in a rural area – call \u003ca href=\"tel:0800252672\" title=\"0800 252 672\" rel=\"noopener\" aria-describedby=\"a11y-new-window-external-message\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e0800 252 672\u003c\/a\u003e or visit \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.healthnz.govt.nz\/online-phone-healthcare\/ka-ora-telecare\"\u003eRural after-hours healthcare\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eNeed more help?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can call Healthline for free, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week on \u003ca href=\"Tel:0800611116\" title=\"0800 611 116\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e0800 611 116\u003c\/a\u003e Talk to your General Practitioner (GP), pharmacist, hauora Māori provider, or Pacific health clinic. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"HealthEd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48908773064932,"sku":"HE1365","price":0.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0102\/6916\/3582\/files\/HE1365.png?v=1778558994"},{"product_id":"winter-wellness-ecc-kohanga-school-he1366","title":"Winter Wellness - ECC | Kōhanga | School - HE1366","description":"\u003ch2\u003eStaying well in cooler weather\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCooler weather means more people are likely to get sick with colds, flu, and other respiratory illnesses, such as whooping cough. This increases the risk of these illnesses being brought into your home, workplace, Early Childhood Centre, kōhanga or kura\/school.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse the following messages and actions now to prepare. We recommend sharing this information with staff, whānau and communities by email, social media or notice boards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMessages for staff and whānau\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnyone working or living with tamariki should get a flu vaccine to protect them and tamariki against infection as tamariki are at a higher risk of catching the flu and of passing it on to others.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhooping cough vaccines are free for pregnant women, all children under 18 years old and adults from 45 and 65 years. If you are not eligible for a free whooping cough vaccine, they can be purchased.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePrevent the spread of illness in your centre\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemind everyone that sick tamariki or staff should stay at home.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAsk whānau to let you know the reason for their tamariki being absent.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRegular cleaning of high touch surfaces, e.g. door handles, counter tops, bathroom areas.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGood ventilation is an important way to reduce the transmission of respiratory viruses in indoor spaces where people gather and spend time.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEncourage people to wash hands, cover coughs and sneezes, wear a mask if indoors in crowded areas.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eVaccines to protect against illness\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIncreasing our immunisation coverage is the best way to protect our communities from illnesses this winter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCheck you are up-to-date with your immunisations at \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.healthnz.govt.nz\/health-topics\/immunisations\"\u003eImmunisations\u003c\/a\u003e If you have missed a vaccination, it’s okay. It’s free for tamariki to catch up on most vaccinations, and adults can catch up on lots too. Talk to your healthcare provider to make a plan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can also create a free, personalised routine immunisation schedule for your child at: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.healthnz.govt.nz\/health-topics\/immunisations\/national-immunisation-schedule\"\u003eNational Immunisation Schedule\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInfluenza: \u003c\/strong\u003eThe flu vaccine is available from 1 April every year. It is free for people who are pregnant, over 65 years old, and people at higher risk of getting very sick. Check if you are eligible at: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.healthnz.govt.nz\/health-topics\/immunisations\/vaccines-aotearoa\/flu-vaccine\"\u003eFlu (influenza) vaccine\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhooping cough:\u003c\/strong\u003e Whooping cough (pertussis) is a highly contagious respiratory disease that is particularly dangerous for babies who have not been fully immunised. Immunisation during pregnancy is the best way to protect the baby until they can start their own immunisations at 6 weeks of age. Aotearoa is experiencing a whooping cough epidemic, so now is a good time to get vaccinated.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMeasles:\u003c\/strong\u003e New Zealand is at very high risk of a measles outbreak, due to our low immunisation rates and ongoing measles outbreaks overseas. If you are unsure if you are fully immunised it’s free for most people to catch up, just contact your usual healthcare provider. Lots of pharmacies also now offer immunisations too.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor more information visit: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.healthnz.govt.nz\/health-topics\/immunisations\"\u003eImmunisations\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eInfluenza (flu)\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is recommended that everyone over 6 months of age gets an annual flu vaccine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eMeningococcal (Bexsero)\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe meningococcal B (MenB) vaccine is offered at 3 months, 5 months, and 12 months old. Under 5s can also get the MenB vaccine for free.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eMeasles\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll tamariki need two doses of \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.healthnz.govt.nz\/health-topics\/immunisations\/vaccines-aotearoa\/measles-mumps-and-rubella-mmr-vaccine\"\u003eMeasles, mumps and rubella (MMR) vaccine\u003c\/a\u003e at 12 and 15 months. If you’re not sure if your tamariki has had theirs, just ask your usual healthcare provider.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhooping cough\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePēpē and tamariki should get their vaccine doses at 6 weeks, 3 months, and 5 months. Booster doses are offered at 4 and 11 years old.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePreventing house fires\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWinter is a higher-risk time for house fires. Over the last 10 years, there have been approximately 54 percent more house fires between May and July than during the rest of the year.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMany of these fires are linked to heating being used more often in winter – for example, heaters placed too close to things that can burn (like clothes being dried), or simply faulty electric blankets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn addition, more than 50 percent of avoidable house fire deaths are people over 65. So, this winter, here are a few very simple steps you can take to keep yourself and your loved ones safe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJust remember to:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFollow the “metre from the heater” rule\u003c\/strong\u003e – keep at least one metre of clear space around heaters and other heat sources.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCheck the heat before you sleep\u003c\/strong\u003e – check your electric blanket for hot spots before first use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChimney alright before first light?\u003c\/strong\u003e – get your chimney cleaned before the first fire of the season.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCool ash before you stash\u003c\/strong\u003e – soak with water in a metal bucket.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eA clean dryer avoids fire\u003c\/strong\u003e – remove lint before every use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is also important that people have working smoke alarms in every bedroom, living room and hallway. This will give you the earliest possible warning to escape. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eVisiting an after hours or urgent care clinic\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen you need urgent medical help, and your usual doctor isn’t available or you don’t\u003cbr\u003ehave one, After Hours Medical Centres and Urgent Care Clinics can help you. You don’t need an appointment, but you might have to wait. For tamariki under 14 years old, services are usually free. Many have lower fees for community service card holders. You can find where centres are located, and their charges, on \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.healthpoint.co.nz\/gps-accident-urgent-medical-care\/accident-urgent-medical-care-ae\/\"\u003eAccident \u0026amp; Urgent Medical Care (A\u0026amp;E) • Healthpoint\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIn an emergency, always call 111.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eNeed more help?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can call Healthline for free, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week on\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" aria-describedby=\"a11y-new-window-external-message\" title=\"0800 611 116\" href=\"tel:0800611116\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e0800 611 116\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eTalk to your General Practitioner (GP), pharmacist, hauora Māori provider, or Pacific health clinic. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"HealthEd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48908904693988,"sku":"HE1366","price":0.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0102\/6916\/3582\/files\/HE1366.png?v=1778561782"},{"product_id":"winter-wellness-businesses-he1367","title":"Winter Wellness - Businesses - HE1367","description":"\u003ch2\u003eKeep your whānau safe and well this winter\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCooler weather means more people are likely to get sick with colds, flu, COVID-19, and other respiratory illnesses, such as whooping cough. With more sick people around, the chances of illnesses being brought into your workplace increase.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo protect your employees and visitors from infections and maintain business continuity,\u003cbr\u003ewe recommend sharing this information with your staff.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePreventing the spread of illness\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIf you feel sick, stay home\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eto rest up and prevent spreading germs to others. Make sure you tell other people you are at home. For online advice go to\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.healthnz.govt.nz\/\" aria-describedby=\"a11y-external-message\"\u003eHealth New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eYou can also find advice on whether your child is well enough to go to school here:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.healthnz.govt.nz\/health-topics\/keeping-healthy\/healthy-homes-environments\/going-to-school\/knowing-if-your-child-is-well-enough-to-go-to-school-guidance-for-parents\" aria-describedby=\"a11y-external-message\"\u003eKnowing if your child is well enough to go to school — guidance for parents and caregivers\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhen you are sick, it is especially important to\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003estay away from people who could get very sick from winter illnesses,\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eincluding babies, those who are pregnant, people aged over 65 years, and others with a weak immune system. This includes avoiding visiting friends and family in hospital or rest home until you are well again.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeeping your hands clean prevents the spread of germs and viruses.\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRegularly wash your hands with soap and water or use an alcohol-based sanitiser.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThis is especially important if you are visiting people who are more likely to get sick.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eTo further reduce the spread of infectious illnesses:\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCover your mouth and nose with a tissue when you cough or sneeze, then put the tissue in a bin and wash your hands.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf you do not have a tissue, cough or sneeze into your elbow.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWear a mask to lower the risk of spreading infectious illness through the air.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClean frequently touched surfaces, such as light switches and door handles, with household cleaner, regularly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLet fresh air inside by opening windows and doors several times a day. If you’re in a building with a ventilation system, check it is filtering or cleaning the air efficiently.  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eVisiting an after hours or urgent care clinic\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen you need urgent medical help, and your usual doctor isn’t available or you don’t have one, After Hours Medical Centres and Urgent Care Clinics can help you. You don’t need an appointment, but you might have to wait. For tamariki under 14 years old, services are usually free. Many have lower fees for community service card holders. You can find where centres are located, and their charges, on\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.healthpoint.co.nz\/gps-accident-urgent-medical-care\/accident-urgent-medical-care-ae\/\" aria-describedby=\"a11y-external-message\"\u003eAccident \u0026amp; Urgent Medical Care (A\u0026amp;E) • Healthpoint\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIn an emergency, always call 111.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eImmunisation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBeing immunised is the best way to protect against some preventable diseases.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo book a vaccination, go to\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.healthnz.govt.nz\/health-topics\/immunisations\/booking-a-vaccine\" aria-describedby=\"a11y-external-message\"\u003eBook a vaccine\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eor call the Vaccination Helpline\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"0800 28 29 26\" href=\"tel:0800282926\" aria-describedby=\"a11y-new-window-external-message\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e0800 28 29 26\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e(Monday to Friday 8:30am to 5.00pm) for information, advice, and support. Calls are free, callers can speak with a Māori clinician, and interpreters are available.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCheck immunisations for yourself and your whānau for:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlu (Influenza)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhooping cough (pertussis)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCOVID-19\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMeasles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRoutine immunisations as part of the\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.healthnz.govt.nz\/health-topics\/immunisations\/national-immunisation-schedule\" aria-describedby=\"a11y-external-message\"\u003eNational Immunisation Schedule\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHealthy homes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWarm, dry, and healthy homes can help prevent you and your children from getting sick.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Healthy Homes Initiative supports eligible families to help make their homes warmer, drier, and healthier by providing education and support such as curtains, carpet and minor repairs as needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVisit\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.hhi.org.nz\/\" aria-describedby=\"a11y-external-message\"\u003eWarm, Dry, Healthy Homes | Healthy Homes Initiative\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eto find a local provider and to see if you are eligible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou may qualify for a subsidy to have your home insulated and\/or an efficient form of heating installed in your main living area. To find out, visit \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.eeca.govt.nz\/\" aria-describedby=\"a11y-external-message\"\u003eEECA - Energy Efficiency \u0026amp; Conservation Authority | EECA\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow to make your home healthier:\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOpen your curtains during the day and close them at night.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOpen your windows for at least a few minutes each day and close them again.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDry your washing outside or in the garage or carport.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLet steam out of the kitchen and bathroom by opening windows and doors.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWipe off any water that has collected on walls and on the inside of windows.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStop cold air getting into your home by stopping draughts around doors, windows, and fireplaces.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemove mould from ceilings and walls as soon as possible with white vinegar or household bleach with added water, and dry well. For more information:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/healthify.nz\/hauora-wellbeing\/h\/homes-why-dampness-and-mould-are-bad-for-your-health\" aria-describedby=\"a11y-external-message\"\u003eHomes – why dampness and mould are bad for your health | Healthify\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePreventing house fires\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWinter is a higher-risk time for house fires. Over the last 10 years, there have been approximately 54 percent more house fires between May and July than during the rest of the year.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMany of these fires are linked to heating being used more often in winter – for example, heaters placed too close to things that can burn (like clothes being dried), or simply faulty electric blankets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn addition, more than 50 percent of avoidable house fire deaths are people over 65. So, this winter, here are a few very simple steps you can take to keep yourself and your loved ones safe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJust remember to:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFollow the “metre from the heater” rule\u003c\/strong\u003e – keep at least one metre of clear space around heaters and other heat sources.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCheck the heat before you sleep\u003c\/strong\u003e – check your electric blanket for hot spots before first use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChimney alright before first light?\u003c\/strong\u003e – get your chimney cleaned before the first fire of the season.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCool ash before you stash\u003c\/strong\u003e – soak with water in a metal bucket.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eA clean dryer avoids fire\u003c\/strong\u003e – remove lint before every use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is also important that people have working smoke alarms in every bedroom, living room and hallway. This will give you the earliest possible warning to escape. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eChoose the right healthcare for you and your whānau\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you do get sick there are many ways to get help for your health, whatever the time of day or night, for you and your whānau. Some options are:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003ePharmacy\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYour local pharmacy can give you advice on medicines and common health problems like coughs and colds, they can recommend treatments, fill prescriptions, and some provide immunisations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHealthline\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHealthline is a free over-the-phone health service available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week – you can call Healthline for free health advice from a Registered Nurse on\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"tel:0800611116\" title=\"0800 611 116\" aria-describedby=\"a11y-new-window-external-message\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e0800 611 116\u003c\/a\u003e You can also register for a call back at\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.healthnz.govt.nz\/online-phone-healthcare\/healthline\" aria-describedby=\"a11y-new-window-external-message\" target=\"_blank\"\u003einfo.health.nz\/healthline\u003c\/a\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHealth Provider\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCall your GP, Hauora Māori or Pacific Health Provider to get support for you and your whānau from a doctor or nurse. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eTelehealth Services\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePhone or video GP appointment is a good option if you don’t have a doctor or can’t visit one. Visit:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.healthnz.govt.nz\/online-phone-healthcare\/online-gp-care\" aria-describedby=\"a11y-external-message\"\u003eOnline GP Care\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCall Ka Ora for an after-hours video and phone service if you live in a rural area – call\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"tel:0800252672\" title=\"0800 252 672\" rel=\"noopener\" aria-describedby=\"a11y-new-window-external-message\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e0800 252 672\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eor visit\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.healthnz.govt.nz\/online-phone-healthcare\/ka-ora-telecare\" aria-describedby=\"a11y-external-message\"\u003eRural after-hours healthcare\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eNeed more help?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can call Healthline for free, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week on\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"tel:0800611116\" title=\"0800 611 116\" aria-describedby=\"a11y-new-window-external-message\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e0800 611 116\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eTalk to your General Practitioner (GP), pharmacist, hauora Māori provider, or Pacific health clinic. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"HealthEd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48908920029412,"sku":"HE1367","price":0.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0102\/6916\/3582\/files\/HE1367.png?v=1778563227"},{"product_id":"oranga-hotoke-kura-kohungahunga-kohanga-kura-he1366-mri","title":"Oranga Hōtoke - Kura Kōhungahunga | Kōhanga | Kura - HE1366-MRI","description":"\u003ch2\u003eKia ora tonu i ngā wā o te makariri\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI ngā wā o te makariki, ka nui ake te tūpono o te pāngia o te iwi e ngā mate, pēnei i te maremare, te rewharewha, me ētahi atu mate arahau, pēnei i te mare tekekō. Nā tērā, ka kaha atu te tūpono o te urunga mai o ēnei mate ki te kāinga, te wāhi mahi, te kura kōhungahunga, te kōhanga, te kura rānei.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhakamahia ngā kōrero me ngā tohutohu e whai nei hei whakarite i a koe. Tukua atu ēnei mōhiohio ki ngā kaimahi, ngā whānau, me ngā hapori mā te īmēra, te pae pāhopori, ngā papa pānui rānei.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHe kōrero mā ngā kaimahi me ngā whānau\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMe wero te hunga e mahi ana, e noho ana rānei i te taha o ngā tamariki ki te rongoā ārai rewharewha hei ārai atu i te pokenga ōna, me ngā tamariki, i te kaha o te tūpono o te pāngia o ngā tamariki e te rewharewha, o te horapa haere hoki o te mate rā.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHe utukore te rongoā ārai mare tekekō ki ngā wāhine e hapū ana, ngā tamariki katoa kāore anō kia 18 ngā tau, me ngā pakeke kei waenga i te 45 me te 65 ngā tau. Mēnā kāore koe e āhei ana ki te rongoā ārai mare tekekō utukore, ka taea te hoko.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAukatia te horapa o te mate i tō wāhi mahi\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMe noho ngā tamariki me ngā kaimahi e māuiui ana ki te kāinga.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMe whakamōhio ngā whānau i te take e tamō ana ā rātou tamariki.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKia rite tonu te horoi i ngā papa ka pāngia nuitia, pēnei i ngā pōrori kūaha, ngā pae mō ngā kai, me ngā wharepaku.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKi te pai te rerenga o te hau, ka iti ake te huringa o ngā huaketo arahau i ngā wāhi i rō whare e huihui ai, e noho tahi ai te tangata.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKia kaha te horoi ringa, te uwhi i te mare me te tihe, te mau maruhā hoki mēnā e kōpipiri ana ngā tāngata ki rō whare.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eNgā rongoā hei ārai atu i ngā mate\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMā te whakanui i te tukunga awhikiri e tiakina ai ō tātou hapori i ngā mate i tēnei hōtoke.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTirohia mēnā rā kua whai awhikiri koe ki \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.healthnz.govt.nz\/health-topics\/immunisations\"\u003eImmunisations\u003c\/a\u003e E pai ana mēnā kua mahue tētahi tukunga awhikiri i a koe. He utukore ki ngā tamariki te whai i te nuinga o ngā tukunga awhikiri i mahue, ka taea hoki e ngā pakeke te nuinga te whai. Kōrero ki tō rata kia pai ai te whakariterite.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKa pai hoki tāu hanga i tētahi hōtaka whaiaro mō te tuku awhikiri mā tō tamaiti ki \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.healthnz.govt.nz\/health-topics\/immunisations\/national-immunisation-schedule\"\u003eNational Immunisation Schedule\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRewharewha:\u003c\/strong\u003e E wātea ana te rongoā ārai rewharewha i te 1 o Āperira, i ia tau. He utukore ki ngā mea e hapū ana, e pakeke ake ana i te 65 tau, me ērā ka kaha tūpono pāngia e te mate. Tirohia mēnā e wātea ana ki a koe i: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.healthnz.govt.nz\/health-topics\/immunisations\/vaccines-aotearoa\/flu-vaccine\"\u003eFlu (influenza) vaccine\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMare tekekō:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ko te mate tekekō, he mate arahau ka kaha te rere, ka tino kino rawa atu hoki ki ngā pēpi kāore anō kia whai awhikiri. Ko te whai awhikiri i te hapūtanga te ara pai katoa hei tiaki i te pēpi, kia tīmata rā anō tā te pēpi whai awhikiri i te ekenga ōna ki te 6 wiki te pakeke. Kua urutā mai ki Aotearoa te mare tekekō i tēnei wā, nō reira e tika ana kia werohia koe ki te rongoā āraimate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKarawaka:\u003c\/strong\u003e Kua tino kaha te tūpono o te urutā o te karawaka ki Aotearoa i te tokoiti o te hunga e whai awhikiri ana, i te nui hoki o te horapa o te karawaka i tāwāhi. Ki te kore koe e mōhio mēnā kua whai awhikiri koe, he utukore tā te nuinga whai, me whakapā noa koe ki tō kaiwhakarato hauora. He nui hoki ngā kēmihi e tuku awhikiri ana.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHe kōrero anō kei: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.healthnz.govt.nz\/health-topics\/immunisations\"\u003eImmunisations\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eRewharewha\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMe whai te katoa kua pakeke ake i te 6 marama i te rongoā ārai rewharewha i ia tau.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eMate kiriuhi uakakā\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKa tukua te rongoā āraimate kiriuhi uakakā i te ekenga o te tamaiti ki te 3, te 5, me te 12 marama. He utukore hoki ki ngā tamariki kāore anō kia 5 tau te pakeke.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eKarawaka\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMe whai ngā tamariki katoa i ngā tukunga e rua o te MMR i te ekenga ki te 12 me te 15 marama. Ina kāore koe e mōhio mēnā kua werohia ō tamariki, me pātai noa tō rata.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eMare tekekō\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMe wero ngā pēpi me ngā tamariki ki te rongoā ārai mare tekekō i te ekenga ki te 6 wiki, te 3, me te 5 marama. Ka tukua te āraimate turuki i te ekenga ki te 4, me te 11 tau te pakeke.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKo te ārai i te weranga whare\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKa kaha te tūpono o te weranga whare i te hōtoke. I ngā tau 10 kua hori, kei te takawā o te 54 ōrau te rahinga ake o ngā weranga whare i waenga i ngā marama o Mei me Hūrae, i ērā atu marama o te tau.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKo te take o te nuinga o ēnei weranga whare, ko ngā pūwhakamahana e whakamahia nuitia ana i te hōtoke, arā, ka tata rawa te pūwhakamahana ki ngā mea ka tahuna noatia (pēnei i ngā kaka e whakamaroketia ana), me ngā paraikete hiko ka hē noa iho nei.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWaihoki, neke atu i te 50 ōrau o ngā matenga i ngā weranga whare i taea te papare, he tāngata kua pakeke ake i te 65 tau. Nō reira, anei he tohutohu māmā hei whai i te hōtoke hei tiaki i a koutou ko te whānau.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHei whakamaharatanga:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhāia te ture kia “kotahi mīta i te hīta”, arā, kia kotahi mīta te matara atu o ngā mea katoa i hīta, me ērā atu pūwhakamahana.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTirohia te mahana i mua i te moe, arā, tirohia te tika o te haere o te paraikete hiko i mua i te whakamahinga.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTirohia te tumere i mua i te tahu ahi, arā, whakapaingia te tumere i mua i te tahunga tuatahitanga o te ahi i te hōtoke.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhakawetohia ngā pungarehu ka whiu atu ai, arā, me toutou ki te wai i tētahi pākete maitai.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhakapaingia te pūrere whakamaroke kaka, arā, me tango ngā huru kaka i mua i ia whakamahinga.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eE tika ana hoki kia whai pūoho auahi ia rūma moe, ia nohomanga, me ia kauhanganui. Mā tērā koe e whakaohiti wawe kia pai ai te puta i te whare.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMō te toro whare haumanu i muri i ngā hāora mahi, whare haumanu ohotata rānei\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIna mate koe ki te whai āwhina ohotata, ā, kāore tō rata i te wātea, kāore rānei ō rata, mā ngā After Hours Medical Centres me ngā Urgent Care Clinics koe e āwhina. Ehara i te mea me whai tāpuinga, engari ka mate pea koe ki te tatari. I te nuinga o te wā, he utukore ngā ratonga ki ngā tamariki kāore anō kia 14 te pakeke. He iti ngā utu o te nuinga ki te hunga whai kāri ratonga hauora. 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