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COVID-19 Vaccine & Pregnancy

If you're pregnant, watch and listen to O & G (obstetrician and gynaecologist) Dr Karaponi Okesene-Gafa and her daughter, registered midwife Shekinah Gafa, talk about the COVID-19.

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COVID-19 Immunisation In Children Aged 12 & Over

Find out why it's important for your child 12 and over to have the COVID vaccine. It's especially important for those with underlying health conditions such as asthma, diabetes and heart conditions (like rheumatic heart disease). Watch the videos. Make a booking now.

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3 Easy Steps When Caring For Your Child With Eczema

There are 3 really important steps when caring for your child with eczema: using lots of moisturiser; bathing once a day and using steroids when your child's skin has active eczema. Watch the video to see these steps in action.  

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Resources To Help Explain COVID-19 To Children

Looking for something to help your child make sense of  COVID-19? Check these resources - from videos for kids about the science behind coronavirus to online stories that can be important conversation starters in your household. The resources cover the range of Alert Levels in New Zealand. 

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COVID-19 - What You Need To Know

COVID-19 is a disease caused by the coronavirus SARS-CoV-2. It can affect your lungs, airways and other organs. If your child or you have cold, flu or COVID-19 symptoms, call your GP or Healthline on 0800 358 5453 for advice. 

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Signs That Children Are Struggling To Breathe

Know the signs and the different noises babies and children can make when they are having trouble breathing. That way you can act fast and get help.