Closed for Wellington Anniversary
We will be closed this Monday, 20th January for Wellington Anniversary, opening as usual on Tuesday.
Get your prescription requests in for Christmas
A reminder to order your repeat prescription by Friday 13th December by MMH, our website or Prescriptions@newtownmc.co.nz.
Pertussis Epidemic Declared Across Aotearoa
The National Public Health Service has declared a national pertussis (whooping cough) epidemic, with rising cases and hospitalisations across the country.
Newtown Medical Centre Christmas Hours
We wish you a very Merry Christmas and safe and happy holiday from the Team at Newtown Medical Centre.
Closed for Labour Day
We will be closed this Monday, 28th October for Labour Day, opening as usual on Tuesday.
Parking on Rintoul Street
Parking on Rintoul Street will change from Sunday 20 October. Please allow extra time to find a park prior to your appointment.
Hand, Foot, and Mouth: What You Need to Know
Hand, Foot, and Mouth Disease (HFMD) is a common viral illness, primarily affecting young children, but it can also impact adults.
Spring Illnesses and How to Manage Them
Spring is a beautiful season of blooming flowers and warmer days, but it’s also a time when certain illnesses tend to flare up.
Online appointment booking available
You can now make an appointment with your doctor online.
Cervical screening awareness month
It is cervical screening awareness month. A cervical smear, now referred to as HPV screening, is important for all people with a cervix.
Dr Susan Bibby is leaving NMC
We wish to inform you that Dr Susan Bibby’s last working day for us is Thursday 19th September 2024.
Fee increase
Once a year, the government sets the limits for our fee increases and determines the funding we receive to manage your care.
How to make the most of your healthcare visit
Standard consultations are 15 minutes long, try and focus on what's worrying you the most and raise that first with your practitioner.
Navigating Financial Hardship: Support from the Ministry of Social Development
The Ministry of Social Development (MSD) offers various forms of assistance through Work and Income, designed to provide support during tough times.
Closed for Matariki
We will be closed this Friday for Matariki, opening as usual on Monday.
Closed for staff meeting 26th June
We will be closing for a staff meeting between 12.30pm and 1.30pm on Wednesday 26th June.
Tamariki Immunisations
The National Immunisation Schedule outlines the FREE vaccines offered to tamariki at certain times in their life.
Parking in Newtown and Berhampore
The new parking scheme will determine who can park where and for how long in residential streets in Berhampore and Newtown.
Hormone replacement therapy patch shortage
There is currently a limited supply or no availability of HRT patches at many pharmacies.
Free Cervical Screening Clinic
Free Cervical Screening Clinic held Saturday 15th June 2024, 8am – 1pm, Women’s Clinic, Wellington Hospital.
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