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We have heard rumors in the community that one of our staff has tested positive for Covid-19. We would like to assure our patients and the wider community that this is not the case. More information on the current alert level and case numbers.

COVID-19 has had a significant impact on how we interact with others, go about our lives, our work, study and many other aspects of our lives. We know that a combination of stress and uncertainty can have significant and wide-reaching impacts on the mental wellbeing of people in New Zealand. It is normal to not […]

Most of us need to eat more fibre and have fewer added sugars in our diet. Eating plenty of fibre is associated with a lower risk of heart disease, stroke, type 2 diabetes and bowel cancer. What does fibre do? Fibre is only found in plant products, but in two forms – soluble and insoluble. […]

Every year, Ropata Health support a local organisation with a Christmas collection. This year we are supporting Foster Hope with a Giving Tree, collecting presents for 0-17 year olds. Our patients and staff have been so generous as you can see by the photo below. Thank you to everyone who has supported this great cause. […]