Pito Hauora

Kia ora e te whānau, our vaccination hours have been updated.

Updated hours:
🩷 Monday to Wednesday between 8:30am-4:00pm.
🩷 Thursday and Friday between 8:30am-4:00pm.

Talk to our kaimahi today about what vaccinations are available to you or your tamariki by visiting the clinic or calling us on 07-862-9357.

🩵 MAHI AVAILABLE 🩵

Are you a registered health professional passionate about improving health outcomes for whānau and the wider community?

Hauraki PHO is looking for an experienced registered health professional to fill their Care Coordinator role in the Hamilton (Kirikiriroa) and Hauraki areas. The Care Coordinator position will work to advocate for whānau at all levels of their health journey, ensuring they don’t slip through the gaps in our current health system.

If this position interests you, use the link below to learn more or apply now!

🩵https://haurakipho.bamboohr.com/careers/57

Free bowel screening is offered every two years for those at the highest risk of developing bowel cancer in New Zealand. High-risk groups include Māori and Pacific whānau aged 50-74 and anyone aged 60-74.

If you fall into one of these groups, you should receive an invitation to screen around the time of your birthday. If you have not yet received an invitation, you can request a bowel screening kit by contacting our clinic or calling the National Bowel Screening Programme on 0800 924 432.

For more information on bowel screening, visit
➡https://info.health.nz/keeping-healthy/cancer-screening/bowel-screening/bowel-screening-programme

💚 Guest speaker Rachel Afeaki at Waikato National Bowel Screening Programme's Boost for Bowel event shedding some light on the importance of bowel screening for early detection.

Welcoming... Dr Tennent ✨

Dr Tennent will be available to provide care for pēpi and tamariki every Monday at Pito Hauora. Her service is for all whānau registered with Taurima Te Pā Harakeke.

To register, use the link below
https://www.haurakipho.org.nz/taurima-te-p257-harakeke.html

Nau mai haere mai, we are excited to welcome Dr Tennent to the Taurima Te Pā Harakeke whanau. Dr Tennent will provide care for our pepi & tamariki and will be based at Pito Hauora every monday. This service is for all whanau who are registered with taurima te pa, if you are not registered then contact us via our link.

Bowel cancer is more common for those over 50 years old, but it can affect people of all ages. More than 350 Kiwis under 50 are diagnosed each year.

Knowing the symptoms of bowel cancer is the first step you can take towards early detection which offers the best chance of a cure.

If you experience:
🩸 Bleeding from the bottom (re**al bleeding)
🩸 Anaemia (iron deficiency)
🚽 Change of bowel motions/habits that come and go over several weeks or
😣 Severe persistent or periodic abdominal pain
Book in to see your doctor (no matter your age) and discuss your bowel health concerns.

Visit bowelcancernz.org.nz/ for more information 💚

Certain lifestyle, age and genetic factors have been linked to bowel cancer. Making some lifestyle changes, such as eating a healthier diet and exercising regularly could help to lower your risk of bowel cancer.

Eating a variety of nutritious foods has been proven to improve and maintain good digestion and bowel health. Foods such as:
🥦 Vegetables, legumes, nuts and seeds, fruits,
🍞 Wholegrain fibre-rich grains, cereal, bread, rice, pasta and noodles
🦀 Fish, seafood, poultry, lean meat, eggs, and plant-based proteins
🥛 Reduced-fat milk, yoghurt, and cheese.

Find out more and take action today at bowelcancernz.org.nz 💚

June is Bowel Cancer Awareness Month 💚

Did you know that Bowel Cancer is the second highest cause of death by cancer in New Zealand? If found early, Bowel Cancer is curable in more than 90% of cases.

Bowel Cancer can strike at any age so if you are worried about your bowel health or you experience any of the following symptoms, it is best to get in touch with your GP.

Symptoms to watch for:
🩸Bleeding from the bottom
🚑 Persistent or severe abdominal pain
⏱ Weight loss, tiredness, feeling weak or breathless (signs of anaemia)
🚽 Persistent or intermittent change in bowel habits

The National Bowel Screening Programme is available for eligible men and women aged 60 to 74. Use the link below to find out information on who is eligible and how to screen.

💚 https://bowelcancernz.org.nz/about-bowel-cancer/early-detection-and-prevention/screening/

Feeling māuiui this winter?🤧

Keep you and your whānau protected this season by getting immunised against influenza and COVID-19.

Immunisations help to reduce the spread of the virus and protect those who are more likely to get really sick.

Dodge the flu this winter and reduce the spread by calling Pito Hauora to book your vaccine today.

Ata mārie!☀️

Our existing contact phone number has changed. To enquire or book any future appointments with us, please call us on our new landline.

📞 07-862-9357

🩺Stroke Information- Think FAST 🩺

🔴 Face: Is it drooping on one side?
🟠 Arm: Is one arm weak?
🟣 Speech: Is it mixed-up, slurred or lost?
🟢 Take action: Call 111 immediately.

💚Bowel Screening- How to test

How to do the test? Below are four easy steps on how to complete your bowel screening test kit!

1. Collect a small sample from your bowel motion (poo) using the test stick, and put it into the tube
2. Put the sample tube in the zip-lock bag provided
3. Put the zip-lock bag, along with the signed and completed consent form, in the reply-paid envelope
4. Post it as soon as possible

You need to return your test kit within six months of receiving it or the laboratory won’t be able to process it.

Keep the sample in a cool place until you post it. It does not need to be kept in the fridge. To prevent any postal delays, it’s best not to send it on a Friday, Saturday or Sunday.

Give us a call on our FREE 0800 number: 0800 924 432 📞or visit our time to screen website: https://www.timetoscreen.nz/bowel-screening/about-the-national-bowel-screening-programme/ ✔

🎀 Breast Cancer Awareness 🎀
Each year over 3,400 women are diagnosed with cancer, making it the leading cancer in women across Aotearoa. Breast cancer is best treated when found in its early stages and by regularly checking your breasts, you can stay on top of your health.

It’s as easy as TLC!
Touch - feel for any lumps or thickened tissue, up to your armpits
Look - for any changes to the breast shape, skin, or ni***es
Check- any breast changes with your doctor, even if you’ve had a mammogram recently.

If you’ve got questions about breast health and screening, get in touch with our team at Pito Hauora by calling 07 862 9626.

Visit www.timetoscreen.nz/breast-screening for more info.

🎀 Pink Ribbon Day is a great reminder to check your breasts. Each year over 3,400 women are diagnosed with cancer, making it the leading cancer in women across Aotearoa. While breast cancer in men is rare, it’s important to get any lump or breast changes seen by a doctor as soon as possible.

People are more likely to survive if breast cancer is found early, and when it is small. So check your breasts regularly.

It’s as easy as TLC!

- Touch - Feel for any lumps or thickened tissue, up to your armpits
- Look - Look for any changes to the breast shape, skin, or ni***es
- Check - Check any breast changes with your doctor, even if you’ve had a mammogram recently

Breast cancer is most treatable when it’s found early.

If you’ve got questions about breast health and screening, reach out to BreastScreen Aotearoa on 0800 270 200

Visit www.timetoscreen.nz/breast-screening for more info.

Pito Hauora offers free cervical screening appointments every Tuesday between 10am- 6:30pm with a self-testing option available.

You are eligible for a cervical screening appointment if you:
🧡Are aged 25 to 69 and have a cervix.
🧡Have never had a cervical screen or has not screened in the last five years.

If this sounds like you, don't hesitate to contact our clinic to book your next screening with us.

Find out more information about the importance of cervical screening here
➡https://www.timetoscreen.nz/cervical-screening/

Pito Hauora's free breast screening service is available Monday through Friday to wāhine aged between 45-69 years.

If it's time for your first screening or you're due for your 2-yearly check-up, call Pito Hauora today to book your appointment, and our lovely staff will take care of the rest.

Noho ora mai! 💚

Introducing Pito Hauora- Hauraki's first free health screening clinic for all 💚

As a result of the extensive community engagement completed by our Hauraki Locality- Te Tara o Te Whai, Pito Hauora was created to address the widespread need from our communities for better access to preventative healthcare closer to home.

At Pito Hauora, we aim to achieve our Moemoea (vision) of "supporting whānau in staying well and increasing longevity" by providing access to the following services:

🩺Breast Screening.
🩺HPV/Cervical Screening.
🩺Immunisations.
🩺Vaccinations.
🩺Bowel Screening.

If you'd like to book an appointment, call us on 07 862 9626 or visit our clinic at 210 Richmond Street, Thames.

Stay tuned for more information to come.

Noho ora mai💚