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For free medical advice call Healthline 0800 611 116. Healthline provides a 24 hour, 7 days a week, over-the-phone health service. For emergencies call 111.  

Displaying 4 results tagged with ‘Emergencies’

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  • Poisoning - What To Do

    If you think your child has been poisoned, call the New Zealand National Poisons Centre immediately on 0800 POISON (0800 764 766). Do not try to make your child vomit or give food or liquid until you have been given advice.
  • Emergencies - CPR

    Tamariki (children) and pēpi (babies) who are not responding and not breathing normally will need CPR.
  • What To Do If Your Baby Chokes

    If your baby is choking, they may not be able to make any noise. For babies up to 1 year: If your baby is unconscious, do CPR. If your baby is conscious, find out what steps to follow.
  • Medical Emergencies - Dialling 111 In New Zealand

    Dial 111 in New Zealand from any phone if you need medical help in an emergency. You can call this emergency number 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
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