Quick guides to staying healthy

Cool the burn with running water for 10-15 minutes and remove any tight items like rings. Keep small blisters intact, and seek medical care if large blisters form, the burn covers a large area, or signs of infection appear.

Losing a Sister to the Flu: Polly Gillespie shares a powerful story about the impact of the flu in the NZ Herald. Her experience reminds us how important it is to get protected every year—wherever you choose to get immunised.

Who should get a flu shot? When is the best time to get one, and are there any side effects? Here's everything you need to know.

We all know that sticking things into our ears is not encouraged and can be downright dangerous, so how do you get excess wax out of your ears? Let’s unravel the mysteries of earwax and get you hearing clearly again.

If you’ve ever tried to quit smoking and failed, you’re not alone. Data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention shows that fewer than 1 in 10 adult smokers succeed in quitting cigarette smoking each year. Follow our top 10 tips for quitting cigarette smoking, and simply click on the links below to book an appointment to see one of our specialists in smoking cessation.

Our GP Triage service offers quick, direct calls from your GP or Nurse Practitioner to address health concerns without needing an in-person visit. Save time and hassle—whether you’re at work or home—and get personalised advice, prescriptions, or referrals over the phone.

New Zealand offers screening programmes for bowel, cervical, breast, and skin cancers to catch them early when treatment is most effective. Stay proactive with regular checks and screenings—talk to your GP if you notice any symptoms or need more information.

Hepatitis affects the liver and can spread without symptoms. Risk groups include healthcare workers, IV drug users, unvaccinated individuals, and those with tattoos from unsterile equipment. Talk to your GP about getting tested if you're concerned—you may be at risk without knowing it.