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Omaka Medical Centre is a welcoming general practice based in Burleigh, Blenheim, providing comprehensive primary healthcare to individuals and whānau in the Marlborough region.

06/08/2026

🤧 THE FLU — WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW

WHAT IS THE FLU?

The flu is an illness that affects your nose, throat, and lungs.
It spreads easily from person to person.
The flu is not the same as a cold — it can make you feel much sicker.

HOW DO YOU KNOW IF YOU HAVE THE FLU?

Flu symptoms come on fast. You might have:
- Fever or chills
- Headache
- Aching muscles
- Feeling very tired
- Dry cough
- Sore throat
- Runny nose

Most people start to feel better within a week.

HOW DOES IT SPREAD?

The flu spreads when a sick person coughs, sneezes, or talks near you.
You can also pick it up by touching something with the virus on it, then touching your face.
You can give the flu to others even before you feel sick.

WHAT SHOULD YOU DO IF YOU GET THE FLU?

Stay home. Rest. Keep away from others.

- Drink plenty of water
- Take paracetamol or ibuprofen for fever and aches
- Cover your coughs and sneezes with a tissue or your elbow
- Wash your hands often

WHO NEEDS TO BE EXTRA CAREFUL?

Some people can get very sick from the flu. This includes:

- People aged 65 and over
- Pregnant women
- Children under 5 years old
- People with conditions like asthma, diabetes, or heart disease
- People with a weak immune system

If you are in this group — call your doctor as soon as you feel sick.

There is a medicine that can help, but it works best if you take it in the **first 2 days.**

WHEN TO GET HELP URGENTLY

Call a doctor or go to the Emergency Department if you have:

- Trouble breathing
- Chest pain
- Feeling confused
- Symptoms that get better, then suddenly get worse again

HOW TO STOP THE FLU FROM SPREADING

The best protection is the flu vaccine (flu shot).

- You need a new one every year
- It is safe — it cannot give you the flu
- It is free for many people in New Zealand

Other things that help:

- Wash your hands with soap and water often
- Stay home when you are sick
- Cover your coughs and sneezes
- Open windows to let fresh air in

NOT SURE WHAT TO DO?

Call us before you come in so we can help you over the phone first.

Omaka Medical - 03 578 5252

Healthline: 0800 611 116 — free, available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week

Patient: “I’ve just got one quick thing…”Also patient: unfolds a list longer than the supermarket receipt from Christmas...
08/06/2026

Patient: “I’ve just got one quick thing…”

Also patient: unfolds a list longer than the supermarket receipt from Christmas.

😳

A 15-minute appointment is designed for one main problem or a couple of simple concerns.

Turning up with a list of 12 issues is a bit like entering a Formula 1 race on a lawnmower — ambitious, but we’re probably not getting to the finish line today.

If you’ve got multiple concerns, please ask our team about booking a longer appointment. It helps your GP give each issue the attention it deserves and keeps the clinic running on time for everyone else.

💗 Pink Morning Tea at Omaka MedicalToday our team came together in pink for a special morning tea to raise awareness for...
21/05/2026

💗 Pink Morning Tea at Omaka Medical

Today our team came together in pink for a special morning tea to raise awareness for breast cancer and show support for all those affected by this journey.

Breast cancer touches so many lives — our patients, whānau, friends, colleagues, and community. Today was a small but meaningful reminder of the importance of awareness, early detection, support, and hope.

A huge thank you to our amazing team for embracing the pink spirit (and the morning tea treats!)

✨ A reminder to check your breasts, know what’s normal for you, and don’t delay speaking to your healthcare team if something doesn’t feel right.

To donate to the Breast Cancer Foundation: https://fundraise.bcf.org.nz/fundraisers/omakamedical/pinkribbonbreakfast

✨ Happy International Nurses Day to the absolute legends of Omaka Medical! ✨Today, we celebrate the incredible nurses wh...
12/05/2026

✨ Happy International Nurses Day to the absolute legends of Omaka Medical! ✨

Today, we celebrate the incredible nurses who are the beating heart of our practice.

Our nursing team brings an extraordinary mix of knowledge, experience, compassion, calm under pressure, and just the right amount of humour to keep us all going! From caring for our littlest patients to supporting whānau through life’s tougher moments, they show up every single day with kindness, professionalism, and genuine heart.

☎️ They are the reassuring voice on the phone
🌿 The calm in the chaos
👩‍⚕️ The advocates, problem-solvers, educators, and carers
💙 And the friendly faces our patients know and trust

To our amazing nursing team — thank you for everything you do for our patients, our community, and each other. Omaka Medical is stronger because of you, and today we celebrate YOU! 🌸

Drop a 💙 in the comments to help us show our nurses some well-deserved love!

🌬️Cold air + asthma = not a great comboAs the cooler months roll in, we start to see more asthma flare-ups — and it’s no...
13/04/2026

🌬️Cold air + asthma = not a great combo

As the cooler months roll in, we start to see more asthma flare-ups — and it’s no coincidence. Breathing in cold, dry air can trigger coughing, wheezing, and shortness of breath

💡 So what can you do?

✔️ Know your Asthma Action Plan
✔️ Carry your reliever inhaler with you at all times
✔️ Take your preventer medication regularly (even when you feel well)
✔️ Protect your lungs from cold air (a scarf helps!)

Your reliever inhaler works quickly to open your airways when symptoms hit — but your preventer helps stop flare-ups before they start

🔥 Top tip: Winter bugs like colds and flu are also common asthma triggers — so staying on top of your plan is key

👉 If you’re not sure about your asthma plan, or your symptoms are changing, book in with your GP or nurse — we’re here to help you breathe easier this winter.

Your blood sugar should be like a good Wi-Fi signal… stable and reliable!When blood sugar levels are too high for too lo...
13/03/2026

Your blood sugar should be like a good Wi-Fi signal… stable and reliable!

When blood sugar levels are too high for too long, it can damage your heart, eyes, kidneys and nerves. Diabetes happens when your body can’t properly control glucose (sugar) in the blood.

In Aotearoa New Zealand, over 320,000 people are living with diabetes, and many more are at risk.

The good news? Small steps can make a big difference:
👍 Eat well
👍 Move your body
👍 Get regular health checks
👍 Know your risk

If something doesn’t feel right — tiredness, thirst, frequent urination or blurred vision — talk to your GP or nurse. Early detection matters.

💙 Keep your health signal strong.

❤️ It’s Healthy Heart Month ❤️Heart disease remains one of the leading causes of illness in Aotearoa — but many risk fac...
25/02/2026

❤️ It’s Healthy Heart Month ❤️

Heart disease remains one of the leading causes of illness in Aotearoa — but many risk factors are preventable.

Do you know your numbers?
✔️ Blood pressure
✔️ Cholesterol
✔️ Blood sugar
✔️ Waist measurement

Healthy weight, regular movement, and stopping smoking are powerful steps to protect your heart.

If it’s been a while since your last cardiovascular check, book in with our team at Omaka Medical Centre. Prevention is powerful.

📢 Changes to Prescription Lengths from February 2026From early 2026, some patients may be eligible for a 6- or 12-month ...
17/02/2026

📢 Changes to Prescription Lengths from February 2026

From early 2026, some patients may be eligible for a 6- or 12-month prescription — if it is clinically safe to do so

However:

• Your condition and medication must be stable
• You must not require regular monitoring
• The medicine must be suitable for extended prescribing
• A yearly in-person review is still required

Some medicines are not eligible, including controlled medicines, high-risk medications, or conditions requiring closer monitoring

Prescribers must also consider:
• Your overall health risk group
• Any unplanned hospital admissions in the past 12 months
• Whether you take high-risk medicines

Your GP or Nurse Practitioner will determine if an extended prescription is appropriate and safe for you.

If you would like to discuss whether you qualify for an extended prescription, please book an appointment.

For more information, check out:https://www.rnzcgp.org.nz/documents/650/12-month_prescription_changes_FAQs_FINAL_2.pdf

28/01/2026

Advice of the day:
Less sitting. More moving. Better living. 💃🕺
Join the movement 👉 moveyourbutt.org.nz 🍑

Address

4 Richardson Avenue
Blenheim
7201

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 5:30pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 5:30pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 5:30pm
Thursday 8:30am - 5:30pm
Friday 8:30am - 5:30pm

Telephone

+6435785252

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