MidCentral DHB public news updates and releases.
21/06/2019
Children awaiting scans on MidCentral DHB’s new Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) machine will have the opportunity to play with a small replica machine to familiarise themselves with the equipment and environment before being scanned....continue »
31/05/2019
A case of measles has been confirmed in the MidCentral DHB region this week. Medical Officer of Health Dr Rob Weir confirmed the case, adding that MidCentral DHB’s Public Health Service has acted to minimise the risk of further spread....continue »
27/05/2019
As syphilis cases rise nationwide, MidCentral DHB’s Public Health Team is emphasising the need for people in the community to get tested....continue »
22/05/2019
Two tobacco retailers sold cigarettes to a teenager during recent tobacco controlled purchase operations (CPOs) carried out by MidCentral District Health Board’s (MDHB) Public Health Service. ...continue »
09/05/2019
Following on from the popularity of past events, another weaving wānanga is to be held at Linton Community Centre this weekend, 10-12 May. The event is held by Mokopuna Ora, in partnership with local community groups, and teaches the wahakura waikawa styl...continue »
03/05/2019
MidCentral residents are being encouraged to get their influenza vaccinations as the district has seen a higher number of influenza A cases than would normally be expected at this time of the year....continue »
03/05/2019
MidCentral District Health Board, Massey University and the Central PHO are holding a free forum for parents of ‘fussy eaters’ on 9 May at the Palmerston North Convention Centre from 6pm to 7.30pm. Registrations are not necessary....continue »
30/04/2019
An area highlighted in the Manawatū Health and Wellbeing Plan 2018 – 2023 was the need for better communication and connections between organisations involved in health and wellbeing in the Manawatū District and the community. ...continue »
29/04/2019
Access to medical tests has been made more inclusive for the transgender community in the MidCentral district after a change to laboratory testing services. ...continue »
23/04/2019
Families in the MidCentral DHB region are being encouraged to ensure they are enrolled at a general practice to avoid putting pressure on the Palmerston North Hospital emergency department during an upcoming five-day Resident Medical Officers (RMOs) strik...continue »