New Zealand has a high quality health care system health system, much of which is funded by general taxation. This means it is free or subsidised for people who are eligible for publicly funded health care in New Zealand.
Southern DHB provides 24-hour language support in more than 55 languages. We can support you in hospital, or if you need to see another health care provider.
In the Southern district, much of your health information is stored on a secure digital system that allows crucial information to be shared by key health professionals.
We recommend and support patients to use the Health Navigator NZ website to find reliable, trustworthy information and self-care resources regarding medications, procedures and health conditions or concerns.
There are many ways the community helps to shape the health services in the Southern district. Find out about the teams of community members and health professionals who advise the Southern DHB.
Every person who uses health and disability services has rights and Southern DHB staff have duties. These rights and duties are clearly set out in the Code of Health and Disability Services - Consumer Rights.