Piritahi Hau Ora

Piritahi Hau Ora Piritahi Hau Ora provides a whānau friendly environment that nurtures and encourages our core values.

Our Medical and Social Services teams are dedicated to providing you and your whānau high-quality care.

👨‍👧‍👦 HERE’S TO THE DADS WHO MAKE A DIFFERENCE 🎉Today, we’re celebrating the dads, stepdads, grandfathers, caregivers an...
05/09/2026

👨‍👧‍👦 HERE’S TO THE DADS WHO MAKE A DIFFERENCE 🎉

Today, we’re celebrating the dads, stepdads, grandfathers, caregivers and other father figures who bring so much good to their whānau and our community.

Whether it’s…

🙌 The steady encouragement
💡 The practical advice
🦸 The last-minute rescues
🛠️ The jobs around the house
📖 The stories we’ve heard more than once, or
😂 The dad jokes we still can’t help laughing at…

We appreciate all the big and small ways you show up and make life better for the people around you.

Happy Father’s Day!

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🦋 DYING MATTERS WEEK IS COMING TO WAIHEKE 💜Death and dying touch every whānau, but they can still be difficult subjects ...
04/09/2026

🦋 DYING MATTERS WEEK IS COMING TO WAIHEKE 💜

Death and dying touch every whānau, but they can still be difficult subjects to talk about. Dying Matters Week is creating space for these conversations to happen gently, openly and with support.

From 7 to 13 September, a series of free community events will bring together local knowledge, practical guidance, and diverse perspectives on planning for the end of life, caring for others, grief, and loss.

One session we would especially love to highlight is:

ĀWHI HEI MANAAKI, TĀTOU KATOA: SUPPORT AND CARE FOR ALL

📅 Saturday, 12 September
🕝 2:30pm to 4pm
📍 Waiheke Adult Learning, 2 Korora Road, Oneroa

Led by the Waiheke Māori Women’s Welfare League, this session will explore tikanga and Te Ao Māori perspectives on death, caring for loved ones, end of life, and beyond.

Everyone is welcome, and all events are free. Whether you are planning ahead, supporting someone you love or simply want to better understand what happens at the end of life, there may be something in the week’s programme for you.

View the full events calendar here 👇

www.dyingmattersonwaiheke.org/events

Find contact details and registration information for each event here 👇

www.dyingmattersonwaiheke.org/more-info

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🤧 DON’T LET HAY FEVER CATCH YOU OUT THIS SPRING 🌿Spring is here! And while warmer days will make a welcome return, so wi...
03/09/2026

🤧 DON’T LET HAY FEVER CATCH YOU OUT THIS SPRING 🌿

Spring is here! And while warmer days will make a welcome return, so will hay fever.

That’s because early spring marks the start of tree pollen season. As many trees begin to flower, more pollen is released into the air, making hay fever symptoms more common. These include:

🤧 Sneezing
👃 A blocked or runny nose
🗣️ An itchy throat
👀 Red, itchy or watery eyes

Unfortunately, there’s no cure for hay fever, but there are things you can do to help manage your symptoms.

The best place to start is by reducing your exposure to pollen:

🌬️ Check the pollen forecast and limit your time outside when levels are high
🪟 Keep windows and doors closed when possible
👕 Avoid drying clothes outside
🚿 Shower and change your clothes after spending time outdoors

Medicines can also help relieve your symptoms. You can learn more about treatment options and other ways to manage hay fever on Healthify 👉 https://healthify.nz/health-a-z/h/hay-fever

Hay fever can also make asthma harder to manage.

If you or someone in your whānau has asthma, now’s a good time to 👇

✅ Check your asthma action plan
✅ Make sure your inhalers are still in date
✅ Order any repeats before you run low

If you don’t have an action plan, or yours needs updating, our team can help. Simply contact the practice as you usually would to book an appointment.

Here’s to a healthy start to spring!

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👨 KNOW YOUR RISK THIS BLUE SEPTEMBER 💙One in eight New Zealand men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer during their l...
31/08/2026

👨 KNOW YOUR RISK THIS BLUE SEPTEMBER 💙

One in eight New Zealand men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer during their lifetime.

But in its early stages, prostate cancer often has no obvious symptoms. That’s why understanding what can increase your risk is so important.

Age is one of the main factors, with prostate cancer becoming more common as you get older. Your chances also double if your father or brother has had prostate cancer. Inherited changes in the BRCA1 and BRCA2 genes can play a part too.

With this in mind, the Prostate Cancer Foundation NZ encourages men to talk with their GP or nurse about testing from age 50, or earlier if they have an increased risk.

It’s also important to make an appointment if you notice any changes such as difficulty urinating, a weak flow, needing to go more often or blood in your urine. These symptoms do not necessarily mean you have prostate cancer, but they can signal a problem with your prostate.

You can learn more about prostate cancer testing on Healthify 👉 https://healthify.nz/health-a-z/p/prostate-cancer-testing

This Blue September, let’s look out for ourselves and the men we care about. Check in with your dad, brother, partner or mate, and encourage them not to put off a conversation about their prostate health.

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🌼 TODAY IS DAFFODIL DAY 💛Today, communities across New Zealand are coming together to stand alongside people and whānau ...
27/08/2026

🌼 TODAY IS DAFFODIL DAY 💛

Today, communities across New Zealand are coming together to stand alongside people and whānau affected by cancer.

Every daffodil worn and every donation made helps the Cancer Society continue supporting people through some of the most difficult days of their lives.

If you see a Cancer Society collector in our community today or tomorrow, you can donate using cash or EFTPOS and pick up a daffodil. You can also donate online here 👉 https://www.daffodilday.org.nz/

Whether you donate, wear something yellow or help spread the word, every show of support reminds people affected by cancer that they do not have to face it alone.

To everyone collecting, donating and showing their support this Daffodil Day, thank you. 💛

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🪥 BRUSH, SPIT… THEN STOP 🚫If you grew up brushing your teeth, spitting out the toothpaste, and then rinsing with water, ...
26/08/2026

🪥 BRUSH, SPIT… THEN STOP 🚫

If you grew up brushing your teeth, spitting out the toothpaste, and then rinsing with water, you’re not alone. For plenty of us, it’s how we were taught.

There’s just one small problem.

That final rinse can wash away the fluoride left behind by your toothpaste. Fluoride helps strengthen your teeth and protect them from decay, so leaving it in place gives it more time to keep working.

The next time you brush, follow these simple recommendations from the New Zealand Dental Association 👇

🦷 Brush gently for two minutes using fluoride toothpaste, morning and night
💧 Spit out the excess toothpaste rather than swallowing it
✋ Skip rinsing with water afterwards
😁 Give the fluoride more time to keep doing its job

Young tamariki may need a hand to make sure they brush every surface properly and spit out the toothpaste rather than swallowing it.

It might feel a little strange at first, especially if you’ve rinsed for years. But it’s one small change that can help protect smiles across the whole whānau.

Learn more on Healthify 👉 https://healthify.nz/hauora-wellbeing/t/tooth-wear-how-to-prevent

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🌼 WONDERING HOW TO DONATE THIS DAFFODIL DAY? 💛Daffodil Day is this Friday, 28 August, and it’s a timely reminder that ca...
26/08/2026

🌼 WONDERING HOW TO DONATE THIS DAFFODIL DAY? 💛

Daffodil Day is this Friday, 28 August, and it’s a timely reminder that cancer care involves much more than just medical treatment.

It can include transport to appointments, somewhere to stay when treatment is far from home, a nurse to answer questions, or simply having someone there on a difficult day.

Donations made through Daffodil Day help the Cancer Society provide practical and emotional support, counselling, transport, accommodation, reliable information and funding for cancer research.

Whether you buy a daffodil, wear something yellow or make a donation, every show of support helps remind people affected by cancer that they do not have to face it alone.

Take a look through the Cancer Society’s guide below to see the different ways you can donate, or donate online here 👉 https://www.daffodilday.org.nz/

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🤒 WHY IS EVERYONE TALKING ABOUT THE FLU? 🦠If it feels like the flu has suddenly become the topic of every news report, s...
23/08/2026

🤒 WHY IS EVERYONE TALKING ABOUT THE FLU? 🦠

If it feels like the flu has suddenly become the topic of every news report, school notice and whānau group chat, there’s a good reason.

Flu activity has increased sharply over the past few weeks, with the latest figures showing:

🏥 Flu-related hospitalisations in Auckland are at their highest level in 10 years
📈 National influenza levels are close to the highest seen in four years and were still rising in the latest surveillance data
📞 Healthline has been receiving around 1,200 to 1,300 calls a day, compared with approximately 1,000 on a typical day
🚑 Hato Hone St John recently experienced its busiest day on record, with seasonal illness contributing to the demand

Influenza A is driving much of the current surge, but RSV and other respiratory illnesses are also adding to the pressure on general practice teams like ours, ambulance services and hospitals.

You can help protect yourself, your whānau and our wider community by:

💉 Getting your flu vaccination if you have not already, as it’s not too late
🏠 Staying home until you are feeling well again
🧼 Washing your hands regularly and covering coughs and sneezes
😷 Wearing a mask if you need to be around others while you are unwell

With more patients needing care, things may take a little longer than usual. Thank you for showing our team patience and kindness while they care for everyone who needs our help.

If you’re worried about your symptoms, get in touch with us while we’re open. Our team can assess how you’re feeling and advise on the care you need. Outside our opening hours, you can call Healthline on 0800 611 116.

Call 111 if someone has severe or sudden difficulty breathing.

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Winter illnesses are still circulating. Take a moment to read these simple reminders about protecting your whānau and kn...
20/08/2026

Winter illnesses are still circulating. Take a moment to read these simple reminders about protecting your whānau and knowing where to get healthcare on Waiheke when you need it 👇

🪑 SIT LESS, MOVE MORE 🏃Many of us spend a large part of the day sitting, whether we are working, travelling or relaxing ...
19/08/2026

🪑 SIT LESS, MOVE MORE 🏃

Many of us spend a large part of the day sitting, whether we are working, travelling or relaxing at home.

Over time, too much sedentary behaviour can increase your risk of health problems, including heart disease and type 2 diabetes.

The good news is that small bursts of movement can add up. Stand while taking a phone call, take the stairs, walk around during a break or get up between episodes when watching TV.

Swipe through for a few simple ways to spend less time sitting and add more movement to your day.

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