Don’t Let the Flu get You
Immunisation is your best defence against the flu. Find out if you are eligible for a free Flu vaccine.
National Advance Care Plan Day Friday 5th April
An advance care plan tells your loved ones and health care teams about the treatment and care you want, so…
Lower Cost General Practice Visits
From 1st December 2018 it will cost less to see the GP in New Zealand. There are two groups of…
Screening for Bowel Cancer
Bowel cancer is the second highest cause of cancer death in New Zealand. The earlier it is detected, the more…
WHAT TO DO WITH SORE THROATS AND TONSILLITIS…
Lots of people know that sore throats and tonsillitis can be caused by viruses or bacteria – Commonly Streptococcus or…
Welcome Richard
Richard van Gelder-Horgan is Wakefield’s newest GP at the practice. Originally from Christchurch, Richard did most of his schooling in Rotorua. He is an…
Are you eligible for a free Shingles Vaccine?
You are entitled to a FREE vaccine against Shingles if you are between 65 and 80 years of age. From…
Tapawera GP and Nurse Clinic
We have been able to obtain some funding to help run the Tapawera GP and Nurse Clinics for another year –…
Simple and Effective Breathing Exercises
At times of illness, worry, fatigue or when you have a lot going on, it is especially important to take…