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20 May 2013
First step for staff in moving into redevelopment at Taranaki Base Hospital
“Today we have been handed the keys for level one which includes theatre, endoscopy, sterile services and day surgery, Level 2 - the Children’s Ward and the Orthopaedic Surgical Ward on level 3.”
3 May 2013
Maternity services in South Taranaki
Women in South Taranaki will continue to receive the same high quality maternity service at Hawera Hospital.
3 May 2013
World Hand Hygiene Day: Clean hands save lives
Associate Health Minister Jo Goodhew says World Hand Hygiene Day on 5 May is an important reminder of the vital role hand hygiene plays in preventing harm to patients.
3 May 2013
McBroom Estate allocates funding for health and disability needs
Applications are invited for projects or services that will show benefit to the Patea and Waverley communities.
29 April 2013
Voluntary Bonding open for new graduates and GP trainees
Registration of Interest for the Scheme’s fifth intake (2013) is open for doctors, nurses, midwives, radiation therapists and medical physicists until 24 May.
26 April 2013
More than a million Kiwis immunised against the flu
Protecting your child and your community by getting your child immunised on time every time is the theme for Immunisation Week, 22-28 April.
22 April 2013
Immunisation week timely reminder protect our community
Protecting your child and your community by getting your child immunised on time every time is the theme for Immunisation Week, 22-28 April.
18 April 2013
Mellowpuff Trust gives back to children’s ward
Mellowpuff Charitable Trust's latest donation to the Children's Ward.
18 April 2013
Immunisation leader comes to Taranaki
Dr Nikki Turner, Director of The Immunisation Advisory Centre, ,University of Auckland will be in Taranaki on Thursday, 18 April to talk with local health professionals on the importance of immunisation.
15 April 2013
Newborn Hearing Screening and Early Intervention programme anniversary
To celebrate this occasion the Newborn Hearing Screening and Early Intervention programme presented a gift of a teddy bear kindly sponsored by Budget Rentals to the first baby born on our anniversary, 1 April.
12 April 2013
Project Maunga receives TSB Community Trust's largest ever grant
"The TSB Community Trust makes its largest grant ever in the year the Trust celebrates its 25th anniversary. “It is marvellous to think that through this generous gift the children and whole community will benefit for generations to come,” said Chief Executive Tony Foulkes.
12 April 2013
April Falls - It's no joke
Preventing falls in hospital is everyone’s business. That’s the message of this year’s April Falls promotion which is underway at Taranaki DHB.
10 April 2013
Hospital kitchen claims
Health Minister Tony Ryall says it is incorrect to say that 50 hospital kitchens will be closed, as is being claimed.
9 April 2013
Burns course teaches critical skills for treating severe burns
The Australian and New Zealand Burns Association (ANZBA) offers a highly regarded course for health professionals that teaches critical skills for the early treatment of severe burns. Richard Wong She, who helps write and teach the course, filled us in on the difficulty of burns, and the recent course held in Taranaki.
5 April 2013
Taranaki Palliative Care Plan
Taranaki DHB is pleased to present our Taranaki Palliative Care Plan 2013-16 which will guide the delivery of palliative care across our region over the next three years. This plan has been developed in partnership with local stakeholders who support us in the delivery of quality palliative care services to our community.
4 April 2013
Taranaki DHB Request for Proposal (RFP): Mental Health and Addictions Crisis and Planned Respite Servcies for Adult and Youth
Taranaki District Health Board (DHB) is seeking a suitably qualified providers of Mental Health and Addictions Services to establish Crisis and Planned Respite Services for Adult and Youth in Taranaki.
4 April 2013
Rest Homes are no fools when it comes to April FALLS Day
Falls are a particular issue for older people living in aged residential care. A fall will often result in serious injury, reduced mobility and a loss of confidence and independence. ACC, DHBs and Primary Health Organisations are supporting a programme aimed at reducing falls in residential facilities by ensuring Vitamin D supplements are available to residents.
20 March 2013
Free flu vaccine for young children with respiratory illness
Health Minister Tony Ryall has today announced children under the age of five with significant respiratory illnesses, such as asthma, will be able to get the influenza vaccine free from 1 April.
19 March 2013
Emergency Management of Severe Burns Course in Taranaki
A course aimed at all health professionals who may find themselves caring for an acute burn victim was recently held at Taranaki Base Hospital.
18 March 2013
Play is good medicine!
Taranaki Base Hospital has a dedicated Hospital Play Specialist who helps our children and young people adjust to their stay in hospital.
14 March 2013
DHBs at forefront of family violence initiatives
Health professionals are taking a lead role in identifying and helping those vulnerable to abuse, with all 20 DHBs having set up Violence Intervention Programmes (VIPs), Associate Health Minister Jo Goodhew announced today.
12 March 2013
Campaign to protect Kiwis against flu starts
Health Minister Tony Ryall rolled up his sleeves at Karori Medical Centre in Wellington today to receive his annual influenza vaccination and launch the 2013 influenza immunisation campaign.
12 March 2013
International Dietitians’ Day
Everyday dietitians around New Zealand apply their specialised food and nutrition knowledge to improve the health of New Zealanders.
1 March 2013
Hawera Community Dental Clinic officially opens Monday
The new Hawera Community Oral Health Service officially opens on Monday, taking their first patient that afternoon.
27 February 2013
Health targets deliver more operations
Health Minister Tony Ryall congratulated health professionals for providing New Zealanders with over 78,000 elective operations and exceeding the government’s national health target.
27 February 2013
Information on Whooping Cough
In 2011 there were 30 reported cases of whooping cough in Taranaki and in 2012 there was 131 cases reported.
26 February 2013
Taranaki District Health Board Health Targets 2012-2013 - Second Quarter
The second quarter health targets of 2012-2013 have been released by the Ministry of Health.
18 February 2013
Better care for Taranaki cancer patients
Taranaki cancer patients and their families will have better support thanks to the appointment of a dedicated cancer nurse who will coordinate and streamline patient care.
20 February 2013
Sexual health clinic is on the move in New Plymouth
The Taranaki DHB Sexual Health Clinic is moving to 188 Powderham Street, New Plymouth on Friday February 22nd.
7 February 2013
Whanau Fun Day at Pungarehu Pools
A whanau day out is the opening event for the ‘Nga Kete Hauora’ event series to be held at the Pungarehu pools on Sunday the 10th of February.
31 January 2013
Green Feet Leading the Way to Healthy Food
Choosing healthy family meal ideas has just become easier at the 4Square45 in Opunake, with the beginning of the “Green Feet” campaign.
31 January 2013
Four Taranaki Retail Outlets Fail Compliance Test
Four Taranaki retailers are facing possible fines after selling cigarettes to a person under 18 years of age.
24 January 2013
Family Violence Intervention Programme
Training 2013
Due to demand and interest the Taranaki DHB FVIP Training will now be open to non-DHB staff at a cost of $250.00 per person.
10 January 2013
Shellfish warning lifted Mohakatino - Motunui in Taranaki
The Taranaki District Health Board today lifted a public health warning against collecting or consuming shellfish from Mohakatino down to Motunui.
21 December 2012
Alcohol and Christmas can be a happy mix
Christmas is a time of celebrating and coming together for fun with family. Taranaki DHB Public Health Unit has some tips to keeping the alcohol in balance.
18 December 2012
Get to your Doctor before Christmas
Don't wait - go see your GP now and get organised for Christmas
17 December 2012
Public health warning Mohakatino - Motunui in Taranaki
The Taranaki District Health Board Public Health Unit today issue a public health warning advising people not to collect or consume shellfish from Mohakatino down to Motunui.
17 December 2012
Taranaki DHB awards scholarships to encourage careers in health
Taranaki District Health Board is helping young students achieve their dream of working in the health sector.
11 December 2012
Taranaki DHB jubilant at water fluoridation decision for Patea & Waverley
Taranaki DHB is delighted that the South Taranaki District Council (STDC) voted 10 -3 in favour of introducing fluoride into the Patea and Waverley water supplies yesterday.
7 December 2012
Taranaki District Health Board signs Disability Strategy
Taranaki DHB has demonstrated its commitment to working collaboratively to reduce the impact of disability in our region by formally signing up as a partner to the Taranaki Disability Strategy.
27 November 2012
Taranaki District Health Board Health Targets 2012-2013 - First Quarter
The first quarter health targets of 2012-2013 have been released by the Ministry of Health.
21 November 2012
National Release of DHB's Serious & Sentinel Events
The Health Quality & Safety Commission New Zealand today released a report from all DHBs on their Serious & Sentinel Events.
19 November 2012
Dr Alan Parsons Injury Prevention Scholarship goes to DHB health promoter
Taranaki DHB Health Promoter Rebecca Thacker has recently received the 2012 Dr Alan Parsons Foundation Certificate in Injury Prevention (FCIP) Scholarship Award.
13 November 2012
International Social Workers have learning opportunity at Taranaki DHB
During November Taranaki becomes home to three international social workers as part of the Council of International Fellowship (CIF) Aotearoa New Zealand exchange programme.
1 November 2012
Coastal Taranaki could soon have community transport
Help may be on its way to Coastal people struggling to get to essential commitments such as social service or hospital appointments and training opportunities.
19 October 2012
Health Services available for young people in the New Plymouth Area
See inside for health services that are available for young people.
17 October 2012
Children's Ward receives donation from Child Cancer Taranaki
Taranaki Base Hospital Children's Ward received a generous gift in the shape of an iPad recently
11 October 2012
Interested in being a Midwife? Study in Taranaki!
If you or someone you know is interested in being a midwife, head along to one of the upcoming meetings to learn more.
10 October 2012
Nominations open for TDHB Maternity Quality Committee
Call for nominations for the Taranaki District Health Board Maternity Quality Committee. Closing date is 26 October 2012.
26 September 2012
Celebrating Social Workers Day
National Social Workers Day is today - 26 September and Taranaki DHB social workers are joining the celebration.
17 September 2012
Not Even hits Waitara
Not Even is a fun, educational free evening for young people of about 12 to 15 years living in Waitara and their parents. Not Even is to be held at Waitara High School on Thursday 27th of September.
12 September 2012
ShakeOut
On 26 September at 9:26am, Taranaki DHB will take part in the first ever nationwide earthquake drill.
Exercise ShakeOut has been created to help people and organisations be better prepared for an earthquake. More than one million people from across New Zealand have registered!
11 September 2012
Good relationships key to Taranaki’s cervical screening success
Taranaki’s Cervical Screening Programme is extremely successful at reaching priority women, with figures showing that 84 percent of all eligible women in Taranaki and 67 percent of Maori women have had a smear in the last three years.
10 September 2012
Army Logistics personnel visit Base Hospital
Taranaki DHB staff fielded questions from 20 New Zealand Defence Force personnel while on a visit to Base Hospital on Thursday 30 August.
6 September 2012
Meningococcal disease
Meningococcal disease is caused by the bacterial germ Neisseria meningitidis. It can cause meningitis (infection of the membrane around the brain) or septicaemia (blood poisoning) and rarely, infection in other sties in the body.
3 September 2012
CJ celebrates his one year anniversary as Taranaki Base Hospital’s regular ‘care clown’
CJ the Clown, aka Wayne Annand, first started clowning around at Base Hospital in August 2011 and is dedicated to the hospital voluntarily.
30 August 2012
Taranaki District Health Board Health Targets 2011-2012 - Fourth Quarter
The fourth quarter health targets of 2011-2012 have been released by the Ministry of Health.
27 August 2012
Campaign urging earlier dementia diagnosis
A campaign is being launched in early September encouraging people showing early signs of Alzheimer’s disease to talk to their doctor.
24 August 2012
Taranaki DHB recognised for outstanding performance
Local Taranaki MP Jonathan Young has congratulated Taranaki District Health Board staff for their excellent achievement in elective surgery.
23 August 2012
PROMPT course now in Taranaki
Taranaki DHB provided the Practical Obstetric Multi-Professional Training (PROMPT) course in house for the first time on Wednesday 22 August.
22 August 2012
Dedicated nurse for Taranaki cancer patients
Taranaki cancer patients will have a dedicated cancer coordination nurse to support and guide them throughout their treatment.
20 August 2012
David Street entrance closure
This Saturday, 25 August 2012, the David Street entrance to Taranaki Base Hospital will be closed while roading repairs are underway.
10 August 2012
Project Maunga webpages get a makeover
A new look to our Project Maunga pages has been developed for you to keep up to date with Project Maunga.
8 August 2012
Media statement on behalf of Spotswood College
Firstly our thoughts are with all the families involved in this situation
7 August 2012
No ashfall for Taranaki from Tongariro eruption
The ash from last night’s eruption at Tongariro Volcano has fallen locally around the mountain and is being blown east. The area affected by ashfall does not include the Taranaki region.
31 July 2012
World Breastfeeding Week 2012
The theme for World Breastfeeding Week 2012 is "Understanding the past - Planning for the future" and celebrates 20 years since the World Alliance for Breastfeeding Action (WABA) launched its first World Breastfeeding Week (WBW).
27 July 2012
Winter flu levels are being closely monitored
Health officials are closely monitoring this year’s seasonal flu levels with regular reporting from surveillance general practices, Healthline and hospitals, says Health Minister Tony Ryall.
20 July 2012
Resthome has gastroenteritis outbreak well contained
Taranaki DHB Public Health Unit confirmed that there is an outbreak of gastroenteritis at a Taranaki resthome and that it is being well managed by staff with just one case yesterday and none today.
18 July 2012
Text reminders to be sent to patients
Taranaki DHB is set to send text reminders to those people with outpatient appointments in a bid to reduce did not attend (DNA) rates.
18 July 2012
Shared Health Information Seminar
A series of community seminars is being held to get your feedback on future changes in sharing health information.
10 July 2012
Influenza A circulating in Taranaki
Taranaki people suffering from influenza like illness is on the rise, said Taranaki DHB Medical Officer of Health, Dr Greg Simmons.
9 July 2012
Information on Whooping Cough
Whooping cough (or pertussis) is a highly contagious illness that is caused by a bacterium (Bordatella pertussis). It can affect babies, children and adults.
6 July 2012
Free General Practice Visits for Children Under Six
Taranaki District Health Board continues to reduce barriers to health care for parents of children aged under six by making visits to a doctor or nurse after normal practice hours free.
28 June 2012
Kidsafe Taranaki Trust Safety Gate Scheme
In 2011 Kidsafe Taranaki Trust launched the new safety gate scheme in Waitara, where 40 child safety gates (valued at over $100.00) are available to low income families with children under five years old, and is now available to New Plymouth families.
17 June 2012
Te Whare Punanga Korero Newsletter
Te Whare Punanga Korero Trust has produced a Newsletter.
17 June 2012
Avalanche Patients
Two patients who survived the avalanche on Mount Taranaki are in a stable condition in Taranaki Base Hospital.
14 June 2012
Bowel Cancer awareness week – don’t hide your symptoms
Bowel cancer is New Zealand’s most common cancer and second biggest cancer killer. The good news is that 75% of cases can be cured if they are diagnosed and treated early.
11 June 2012
Free Professional training for staff employed in Pubs, Clubs & Restaurants
Staff at Taranaki licensed premises have the opportunity to up skill to help them be responsible hosts in their work place.
6 June 2012
Like Minds on Access Radio
Tune into ACCESS RADIO 104.4 FM and listen to “The Importance of Culture to our Mental Health”
30 May 2012
Breastfeeding Welcome Here Café in Opunake
Breastfeeding is welcome at Headlands Restaurant and Cafe in Opunake. The café has recently become part of the Breastfeeding Welcome Here project run by the Taranaki DHB, Public Health Unit.
29 May 2012
Flu shots race towards million mark
New Zealanders are taking up flu vaccination in droves this year. The number of doses distributed so far this year in New Zealand has just passed the 910,000 mark.
29 May 2012
World Smokefree Day marks countdown for Taranaki hospital sites
Taranaki DHB are celebrating World Smokefree Day with a wish come true.
28 May 2012
Taranaki District Health Board Health Targets 2011-2012 - Third Quarter
The third quarter health targets of 2011-2012 have been released by the Ministry of Health.
27 May 2012
Rescue at Fitzroy Beach
The 35 year old man who was rescued at Fitzroy beach Saturday 26th May is in a serious but stable condition in ICU at Taranaki Base Hospital.
24 May 2012
Public Presentation
Taranaki DHB Mental Health & Addiction Services and Like Minds Taranaki are inviting the public to presentations about mental illness.
21 May 2012
More Kiwis get flu vaccination
More than 858,980 doses of influenza vaccine have already been distributed this year in New Zealand, an increase of 28,530 doses for the same period in 2011.
21 May 2012
Patea Parents Fill Their Baskets – Nga Kete Hauora
Parents in Patea are filling their basket with knowledge and skills to keep their whanau healthy. Nga Kete Hauora is a series of workshops coordinated by Taranaki DHB for parents on a range of health topics.
21 May 2012
Mellowpuff Trust gives back to childrens ward
A distraction bag for children in hospital is an idea the Mellowpuff Trust has come up with to help children cope with their stay in hospital.
21 May 2012
‘Not Even’ heads to Patea for parents and teenagers
Not Even is a fun, free evening for young people of about 12 to 15 years living in South Taranaki and their parents to look at ways of talking together about the hard conversations.
18 May 2012
Youth Week: 19 - 27 May
National Youth Week this year runs from 19 – 27 May and the theme is Love the Skin you're In!
9 May 2012
Clinical nurse specialists to work with older people
Taranaki DHB has implemented two new clinical nurse specialist roles to work with older people as the needs of our aging population become more complex.
4 May 2012
Celebrating International Midwifery and Nurses Days
Taranaki DHB has produced a Special Edition of the Pulse to celebrate the wonderful work our midwives and nurses do.
30 April 2012
Taranaki DHB smokefree policy ramps up
The Community & Public Health and Disability Advisory Committee endorsed Taranaki DHB becoming a Smokefree site by early 2013, today.
30 April 2012
Privacy Awareness Week
This week is Privacy Awareness Week (29 April – 5 May) and is all about promoting awareness about privacy rights and responsibilities in the community.
23 April 2012
Protect your child - Immunisation Week 23-29 April 2012
“Protecting your child and your community by getting your child immunised on time is the theme for Immunisation Week (April 23-29) – and it’s free.
19 April 2012
Whanau ora health needs assessed
“A Whanau Ora health needs assessment undertaken by the Taranaki DHB of Maori living in Taranaki will be invaluable in planning how to improve the health of Maori living in Taranaki” says DHB Chief Advisor Maori Health, Ngawai Henare.
19 April 2012
Practice nurses doing more for patients
Health Minister Tony Ryall says Taranaki people have better access to care provided by general practices, thanks to the 58,417 practice nurse consultations performed last year.
13 April 2012
Top Taranaki men get protected
The Stratford Mayor, South Taranaki Mayor and New Plymouth Deputy Mayor are united in their drive to encourage their communities to get their flu vaccination early this year.
5 April 2012
Dental clinic facility go ahead for South Taranaki
Children in South Taranaki will benefit from a state-of-the-art dental facility following a Taranaki District Health Board decision to locate the South Taranaki Community dental clinic at Hawera Hospital today.
29 March 2012
302,000 free pieces of fruit a year for Taranaki kids
1,557 Taranaki primary school children in 13 schools are eating their way through around 302,000 free pieces of fruit this year.
28 March 2012
Hearing Devices at Taranaki Base a big help
Amigo hearing devices are at Taranaki Base Hospital to help both patients and health professionals communicate.
21 March 2012
Taranaki Community Oral Health Mobile bus in Patea
The mobile dental bus has been in Patea for three weeks and has seen almost 100 children.
19 March 2012
Inglewood community fights the flu early
A cup of tea and a get together in Inglewood is the key to keeping the flu bugs away this year. The Inglewood Medical Centre is running a community flu clinic on Tuesday, 20 March, 9.00am to 4.30pm, at the Mamaku Centre in Inglewood.
5 March 2012
Five Midland DHBs work together to be Smokefree/Tobacco Free by 2025
The five Midland DHBs have combined with the Midland Iwi Relationship Board (MIRB) to renew commitment to making their central North Island districts entirely Smokefree/Tobacco Free by 2025.
28 February 2012
Taranaki District Health Board Health Targets 2011-2012 - Second Quarter
The second quarter health targets of 2011-2012 have been released by the Ministry of Health.
20 February 2012
Serious and Sentinel Events Report – Making Our Hospitals Safer
A total of 377 serious and sentinel events occurred in New Zealand’s public hospitals in 2010/2011 – a rate of more than one for every day of the year.
3 February 2012
Meningococcal Disease Cases Prompt Health Warning
Two confirmed cases of meningococcal disease reported this week have prompted a warning from Dr Greg Simmons, Taranaki DHB Medical Officer of Health.
23 January 2012
A new pilot to help Taranaki children with weight issues
The Taranaki District Health Board and Sport Taranaki have joined forces to help combat the rise of overweight children in our community.
