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No further cases of measles
Southern DHB has seen no further cases of measles since 23 July when a visitor from Auckland was confirmed as infectious.PublicationSmokefree whānau
Smokefree Homes Second-Hand Smoke Smoking around children and young people is harmful. They will be exposed to second-hand smoke, a lethal mix of chemicals such as arsenic, hydrogen cyanide, ammonia and carbon monoxide. There isPageSmokefree environments
PageSmokefree Places and Spaces
Embedding Smokefree in the WorkplaceTo help New Zealand reach the smokefree 2025 goal, support and leadership is required from workplaces.PageTips for stopping smoking
SupportDon't be afraid to ask for help. Support is available from your doctor, stop smoking coach, Quitline.PageBowel Screening
The Te Whatu Ora Southern bowel cancer screening programme is FREE for most men and women aged 60–74 years of age.PageBreast Screening
Breast cancer is the most common cancer affecting New Zealand women, with more than 3,000 diagnosed every year.PageHaving A Mammogram
Eligible women aged between 45 and 69 can get a free mammogram every 2 years as part of a programme run by BreastScreen Aotearoa.PageCervical Screening
Regular cervical screening is your best protection against cervical cancer. Let’s talk about what cervical screening is, who needs to screen, when and where to get your screening done.PageB4 School Check
The before school check is a nationwide programme offering a free health and development check for 4-year-olds.PageHow does the community contribute to the Southern health system?
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.PageVision and hearing testing
Children’s vision and the hearing continue to develop and change throughout childhood, so it is important to detect any problems early on through a vision and hearing screen.PageOur Workplaces and Facilities
We have three hospitals in larger centres and six rural hospitals located in smaller townships, all are detailed below.PageBenefits of joining us
We have a variety of benefits and discounts that as an employee of Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora - Southern you can access when you start.PageSupport us
PageSupport Services
This section provides information about key support services available including accessibility, security, language and interpretation services, and advanced care planning.PageWhere can I find trusted information about a medication or health condition or concern?
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.PageCountdown Kids Hospital Appeal launch at Dunedin Hospital
A gathering of our staff and patients in the whānau room at Dunedin Hospital tomorrow will mark the launch of the 13th Countdown Kids Hospital Appeal for Otago.PublicationAbout the New Zealand health care system
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.PageWhat free or subsidised health care am I eligible for?
If you're eligible, you may have access to free or subsidised health, maternity and disability services in New ZealandPageWellInformed Aug 2019
WellInformed is WellSouth's monthly magazine outlining useful and valuable information for health professionals and other staff involved in or interested in primary care within the Southern District.PublicationSouthland Hospital
Built in late 2004, Southland Hospital is a 157+ bed, secondary level 4 base facility situated in Invercargill City which employs 1,500 staff.PageCountdown Kids Hospital Appeal launch at Southland Hospital
A gathering of our staff and patients at Southland Hospital tomorrow will mark the launch of the 13th Countdown Kids Hospital Appeal for Southland.PublicationDunedin Hospital
Dunedin Hospital is a 388-bed tertiary facility employing over 3,000 staff and servicing an Otago catchment of 181,500.PageOamaru Hospital, Oamaru
Oamaru Hospital is a modern, purpose-built facility which opened in 2000 and consists of 30 inpatient beds and 5 maternity beds.PageClutha Health First, Balclutha
Clutha Health First Hospital opened in 1998 and is a modern hospital consisting of 15 medical inpatient beds and 2 maternity beds.PageGore Hospital, Gore
Gore Hospital has 16 inpatient beds for acute medical, assessment and rehabilitation treatment for our patients. We have around 800 admissions a year to our inpatient area.PageConfirmed measles case in Queenstown and on Queenstown to Auckland flight
Confirmed measles case in Queenstown and on Queenstown to Auckland flightPublicationLakes District Hospital, Queenstown
Lakes District Hospital consists of 21 beds, with a mix of maternity, hospital level elderly care and acute medical. The popular tourist destination has 1 million visitors to the district annually.PageManiototo Hospital and Health Services
Maniototo Hospital has 15 beds comprising 7 elderly hospital level care, 6 acute inpatient and 2 maternity.PageDunstan Hospital, Clyde
Dunstan Hospital was rebuilt and opened in 2005 and is a busy, 32 bed acute inpatient care facility.PageWakari Hospital, Dunedin
Wakari Hospital is located in Dunedin's residential hill suburb of Wakari, amid expansive grounds and sea views, and an occasional dusting of snow.Page