When things go wrong, find the right care at the right place.
Feeling sick? Unsure what to do?
For free 24/7 health advice call HealthLine on 0800 611 116.
Find a local general practice medical centre
Contact your usual general practice, or if you are out of town, contact a local medical centre to book an appointment.
Many general practices have after hours options.
Find a local Hauora or Pacific Provider
There are many Pacific and Māori Kaupapa health providers with services ranging from general practitioner and nurse clinics, mental wellbeing, screening and other support services.
Pharmacies offer advice and treatment
Advice and treatment for cough, colds, sore throats, constipation, diarrhoea, wound care, vaccinations, morning-after pill, UTIs and conjunctivitis, medication advice or help if you have forgotten your usual medication.
Sprains and strains? Sore teeth?
No referral is needed to see a physiotherapist or dentist. Search for 'dentist' or 'physiotherapist' on Healthpoint.
What about after hours?
For after hours support in Otago or Southland
Telehealth/online care
Get the care you need, when you need it, including after hours.
If you can't get into a local GP, you could ring Ka Ora on 0800 252 672 (free if you are rural) or book an online consultation at Online GP.
Got the blues?
If you are not in crisis but need to talk to someone, call or text 1737.
You can also visit the digital hub:
Emergency?!
In any critical or life-threatening emergency call 111