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Strict infection control measures are in place in some wards of Hawke’s Bay Hospital to prevent the spread of Norovirus, a highly contagious vomiting and diarrhoea bug. Chief Medical and Dental Officer John Gommans said Norovirus was circulating in the community.
What is the National Travel Assistance (NTA) Scheme/Policy?If you, or a family member, need to travel long distances – or frequently – to see a specialist, then you may be eligible for help with expenses under the National Travel Assistance Scheme.
This is a special unit for babies that are born early or are unwell at birth. The doctors and nurses will work with you to decide what is the best care for your baby and you will always be kept fully informed of your baby’s progress.
Tears of joy were shed by Hawke’s Bay Hospital’s frontline paediatric staff at the Countdown Kids Hospital Appeal announcement this morning, with the news a special isolation room and dedicated outside space for immune-compromised kids would become a reality.
Hawke's Bay DHB provides a range of maternity services for women and their families across three birth centres - Waioha, Ata Rangi and Wairoa plus from our Napier located Maternity Resource Centre working in partnership with our LMC midwifery, doctors and obstetrician colleagues to provide maternity care for you.
What is elective surgery?Elective surgery at Hawke's Bay Fallen Soldiers' Memorial Hospital is surgery that is not needed immediately. It is planned surgery for patients who need it the most and will benefit the most, compared to other people with similar conditions.
Breastfeeding provides lifelong health benefits for both mothers and babies and is a free, fast food!
For many women breastfeeding is simple, but as with anything it becomes easier with practice.