Nau mai, haere mai!
Durham Health is committed to providing equable and valuable care for our Maori and Pasifika patients.
We recognise the ongoing need to improve the implementation of Te Tiriti o Waitangi. We work to apply the principles of the Te Wheke and Te Whare Tapa Whā care models. We are committed to improving our policies and practices in response to growing wisdom and guidance from national guiding bodies such as Te Whatu Ora and Te Aka Whai Ora, and in response to local and national feedback.
As part of the Pegasus network we work closely with a range of local North Canterbury and Pegasus services including Here Toitū
We have a Maori health plan to address the needs of our enrolled Maori patients and optimise healthcare.
We offer a wide range of health services many of which are free to all our enrolled patients including :
- Annual Diabetic Check - all patients with
- Before School Checks - for 4 year olds
- Breastscreen South - women aged 45-69 yrs. Contact: 0800 270 200 or email deborah.talaga@screensouth.nz or ask us to make the appointment for you
- Cardiovascular Risk Assessment - men over 30yrs and women over 40yrs
You are always welcome to attend your appointment with whanau or a support person of your choice
