Clinical News with Dr Andrew Connolly
Kia Ora Tatou Counties Manukau was lucky enough to weather Cyclone Gabrielle pretty well. There was no major damage to our facilities, and we maintained strong staff levels despite the disruptions - a great credit to all staff.
Tips to help you prepare for Cyclone Gabrielle
Cyclone Gabrielle is forecast to arrive in Auckland on Sunday night and may impact the region until Wednesday. Please keep an eye on updates - Auckland Emergency Management and MetService are the best sources of official information.
Clinical News with Dr Andrew Connolly
Teenaa koutou katoa and welcome to 2023 The start of the year has been especially demanding for several of our divisions with a noticeable increase in burns and broken bones – especially among our tamariki.
Counties Maunkau welcomes 2023's first pēpe
Congratulations to Evvie and Chris Lowe, new parents to their baby boy Percy, who was the first baby born In New Zealand on New Year's Day 2023. Percy was born at Pukekohe Birthing Unit at midnight weighing 4095g.
What to do and where to get help if you get COVID-19 while on summer holiday
Before you go
Make a plan for if you test positive for COVID-19 and need to isolate or change your holiday plans at short notice. Can you stay where you are? How would you get home?
Find out where you can access health services when you’re away.
New Year's Eve in Auckland - What you need to know?
New Year's celebrations are almost here. As Auckland is set to welcome the new year in style, with a lighting show and fireworks across the city's landmarks.
Kidz First celebrations impact hundreds of South Auckland whanaau
This year's Kidz First Community Christmas event was a roaring success say the organisers. The week's festivities are aimed at helping whanaau of children who've accessed Te Whatu Ora Counties Manukau services in the hospital, health centres and in the community during the past year.
Staff Values Awards 2022 – congratulations to the winners
The Te Whatu Ora Counties Manukau Annual Staff Values Awards winners for 2022 have been announced. The winners were presented with their awards by Interim District Director Vanessa Thornton at a ceremony held at Ko Awatea.
Catching up on childhood vaccinations
Childhood vaccinations can slip to the back of your mind, especially with a pandemic to worry about. We know that many tamariki are behind with their childhood vaccinations.
Christmas cheer – without the beer
Over the festive period it can be overwhelming to consider celebrating without alcohol, especially if your friends and family will be drinking. However, there are many ways to enjoy the season alcohol-free and plenty of non-alcoholic drink alternatives to enjoy at that festive occasion or gathering.