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Relay for Life raffle

As part of our fundraiser for the Relay for Life we have organized a raffle with two prizes, this will be drawn on Friday 28th of April. We are also operating a sausage sizzle this coming Sunday 23rd at Brewtown Farmers Market. Sausages will be $2.50 each and we will have a vegetarian option. Raffle tickets can […]

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Flu Vaccination

You can now make an appointment to receive your flu vaccine. Anyone aged 6 months or older can have a flu vaccine. Children under 9yrs old who are receiving a flu vaccine for the 1st time will require 2 doses spaced by at least 4 weeks. It is safe to have your flu vaccine at the […]

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Meningococcal B vaccine is now funded

The Meningococcal B vaccine (Bexsero) is now funded for all children up to 5 years, all people aged 13-25 in any year of university, boarding school, and those living in specified close-living situations.  Giving Paracetamol before the appointment for under 2 year olds is recommended to prevent high fever. If you or your child are […]

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Relay for life | Team Ropata Health

We’re joining Relay For Life to raise funds for New Zealanders affected by cancer. This summer, we’re joining Relay For Life to celebrate, remember and fight back against cancer! We’re joining thousands of others in the unstoppable fight to create a future with less cancer. With your support, we’ll make a real difference for New […]

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Hi, How are you?

‘yeah I’m good thanks, you?” ‘yeah not too bad’. Sound familiar? I bet it does, because it’s a conversation that takes place multiple times a day, in workplaces, gyms, shops – pretty much anywhere. Often uttered while both parties keep moving busily, not even pausing to hear the answer because we know what it will […]

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Catch up MMR vaccinations

Ropata have a nurse clinic running this weekend for catch up MMR vaccinations. This is for any patients born from 1st Jan 1969 onwards. If you unsure if they have had 2 MMR vaccinations please phone to check on 04 920 0800. To book please phone 04 920 0800. What is Measles?