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Eastfield Health

Welcome to Eastfield Health

 

If you have returned a positive Covid test please go to our Covid 19 Updates page for helpful advice.  If you are feeling very unwell please phone us on 03 3081212 and speak to one of our practice nurses.  PLEASE DO NOT COME INTO THE SURGERY.

If you call after hours you will be automatically diverted to an after hours nurse.

 

 

COVID-19 vaccine — Whanganui District Health Board

Covid Vaccines

From 20 January 2025 the new JN.1 variant Covid 19 vaccine is available.

How often should you have a Covid vaccine booster?

  • All adults are eligible for a booster dose every 12 months. Get yours early before Winter hits!
  • Adults 65 years and over, or those 18 – 64 years who are severely immunocompromised, are eligible to receive a booster dose every 6 months.
  • Children aged 5 – 17 years who are severely immunocompromised can receive a singe dose this year.
  • If you have tested positive for Covid you have to wait six months before you can have a booster.

Covid Vaccine Clinic hours:

Tuesdays 11 am – 12:45 pm

Thursdays 2 pm – 4:45 pm

Walk-ins are welcome.  No appointment is necessary.

 

After Hours

In cases of emergency Dial 111

For health advice after hours, including weekends and public holidays, phone (03) 308 1212. You will be diverted to the after-hours service who will assess your needs and offer advice, or connect you to our rural after hours telehealth providers, Ka Ora Telecare.  Visit Ka Ora’s website for more information.