News Archive: 2017
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Christmas Collections 2017
Posted on Dec. 3, 2017
Medplus supports a number of charity events throughout the year, including our Christmas collection for the City Mission, which we have supported since our very first year.
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The Open Notes Revolution
Posted on Dec. 3, 2017
Do you want to know what your doctor wrote about you during your consultation? Well, since August Medplus patients can. Medplus is one of the trail blazing practices in New Zealand who have decided that sharing the medical records with patients aids understanding and is an enabler of better healthcare.
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Varicose veins
Posted on Dec. 3, 2017
Everyone will be familiar with varicose veins – the tortuous and distended blue blood vessels that creep over up to 25% of adults' legs.
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Skin Cancer Care at Medplus
Posted on Nov. 3, 2017
At Medplus we have four GPs who have advanced training and skills in managing skin cancers, so as summer approaches make sure your skin is checked out from top to toe.
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Movember at Medplus
Posted on Nov. 2, 2017
Of all the annual medical events on the calendar, the team at Medplus really get behind Movember.
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Anxiety
Posted on Nov. 1, 2017
There seems to be a silent epidemic of anxiety in our community, one that people are often embarrassed to discuss, and regrettably often keep hidden.
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Doctor Martin Hadler, the All Blacks and Concussion
Posted on Oct. 30, 2017
What do Martin, the All Blacks and concussion have in common? Quite a lot, actually.
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The Medplus Medical Assistants
Posted on Sept. 1, 2017
At Medplus we have 2 medical assistants, Kristhea and Rita, who are here to help you navigate your way around our health care services.
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Text to remind service – help to avoid missed appointments
Posted on Sept. 1, 2017
We are pleased to announce that, at the beginning of next month, we will be trialling a text to remind service, to give you a reminder of your bookings a day ahead.
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Daffodil Day 2017
Posted on Aug. 28, 2017
The Medplus reception team dressed the practice in yellow and daffodils on Friday in honour of the cancer society's Daffodil Day 2017.
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The end of the evening surcharge
Posted on Aug. 20, 2017
standard pricing from 8am – 8pm on weekdays!
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Avoiding the busy times and thank you for your patience and understanding during the school holidays
Posted on Aug. 1, 2017
Often, we are asked when is the best time to come in to Medplus. The answer, of course, is whenever is most convenient for you or whenever you most need us.
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NATIONAL VACCINE CHANGES
Posted on July 12, 2017
As of the 1st of July, a number of changes to the New Zealand Immunisation Schedule have come into effect
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GP – Heart of the community campaign
Posted on July 12, 2017
At the same time as New Zealand’s population is increasing, the number of GPs has remained static, making it more and more difficult for patients to be seen and for GPs to keep on top of their workload
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Coughs and Sneezes – a low down on the Common Cold
Posted on July 12, 2017
At this time of year many of us are coughing and spluttering away and feel miserable. Heads ache, noses become red, throats are sore, temperatures rise and fatigue sets in.
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Bowel Screening in New Zealand
Posted on June 7, 2017
This month is bowel cancer awareness month. New Zealand has one of the highest bowel cancer death rates in the Western world and it is the second most common cancer diagnosed here
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The end of the line for antibiotic creams
Posted on June 7, 2017
The practice of keeping tubes of antibiotic creams to use as first aid for the household is strongly discouraged, throw them away! Please work with us to preserve our existing antibiotics to use for those who really need them, it may end up being you.
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2017 Flu vaccine is now at Medplus
Posted on June 3, 2017
The best time to have the vaccine is prior to influenza entering the community, before the start of the winter season Dont delay - come in now.
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Going on a trip ?
Posted on April 4, 2017
How exciting! You have planned your trip. However before setting off it is important to get accurate advice on how you and your loved ones can remain safe and healthy whilst you are away.
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Difficulty sleeping? Try our tips
Posted on March 24, 2017
Just as brushing (and flossing!) teeth is a fundamental part of good teeth hygiene, there are certain things you can do to maintain good sleep habits
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2017 Influenza Vaccine is now available at Medplus
Posted on March 6, 2017
The best time to have the vaccine is prior to influenza entering the community, before the start of the winter season Dont delay - come in NOW
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A personal vote of thanks for Hospice
Posted on Feb. 3, 2017
"You matter because you are you and you matter until the last moment of your life. We will do all we can, not only to help you die peacefully but to live until you die." - Dame Cicely Saunders.
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Dementia – a forgotten epidemic
Posted on Feb. 3, 2017
According to the Dementia Economic Impact Report, it is estimated that there are 54000 people with dementia in New Zealand, which is forecast to triple to around 150,000 by 2050.
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Student Check List
Posted on Feb. 3, 2017
Is there a young person in your house off to university shortly?