Dear Motueka Community
Those of you who follow the news will be aware of the comments made by our Prime Minister this morning about the incredibly low COVID-19 testing numbers across the country (see article from NZ Herald below for more).
We all have a part to play in ensuring the surveillance testing continues and any COVID-19 that does make it into our community is found early and eliminated before spreading too far.
To assist with this we would like to encourage any of you in the community who have any of the below symptoms to call and organise to come in for a test.
- a cough
- a high temperature of at least 38°C
- shortness of breath
- sore throat
- sneezing and runny nose
- temporary loss of smell.
Of course, if you have travelled recently into NZ or been in contact with a confirmed case as well as having any of the above symptoms then the importance of testing is even greater.
Although the testing centre in Motueka closed, the testing is still ongoing at Greenwood Health and we have set aside dedicated time to do this in the afternoons each weekday.
Swabs do not cost you anything but few moments out of your day.
www.nzherald.co.nz/nz/news/article.cfm?c_id=1&objectid=12349503
Covid19 coronavirus: Jacinda Ardern worried about low levels of community testing
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Grant Robertson says Covid-19 fund must be preserved for possible second wave.Chaos reigns at Greenwood Health this morning.
1000 apologies to anyone trying to call us this morning, our internet has gone down.
This means we don't have phones or access to our lovely new patient record system.
We will hopefully be up and running as soon as possible.
If you have a medical emergency please dial 111.
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Update. As of 5 minutes ago our chaos ended and we are now back online. We're preparing for an avalanche of calls. Thanks everyone!!!
Dear Motueka Community,
We have survived our first day of madness and chaos with a new patient management system.
Huge thank you to our wonderful patients today who demonstrated the true meaning of patience in the face of some very confused looking GPs, Nurses and Admin staff members.
The proverbial deer in the headlights look may take a wee while to fade as we find out all of the new benefits of the new system, so thanks in advance for your continued patience.
And if you see our friendly computer guys wondering around, say 'Hi' - we are trying to keep them in very good spirits as they cope with our endless questions.
What does this new system this mean for you?
There are no changes for you or your medical records: Your consultations are all still the same & your records are all still securely stored
If you had a ManageMyHealth account or email address in our system you will have received an email to sign up to the patient portal MyIndici: if you haven’t then please ask at front reception about this
Benefits of being on MyIndici
1) Access to your own health records and order repeat prescriptions online
2) Ability to book appointments online and communicate directly with the clinical team
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Last week we were unable to go through the registration process due the system repeating the "I'm human" security questions. Emailed but no reply to date ......
Dear Motueka Community
There have been a few updates in the media and on social media about the testing guidelines for COVID-19. True to form, when we live in a world where everyone is an expert there are conflicting stories.
To set the record straight, this is what we have directly from the Ministry of Health.
There is a new testing strategy that has 3 core aspects;
1. Testing anyone who has clinical symptoms
2. Testing contacts of confirmed cases
3. Testing at the border
As the situation changes groups of specific people might be targeted for testing, even if they have no symptoms.
To cut a really long email from the Ministry short, what this means for our community is this;
- If you have any symptoms – call and organise to come in for a test
- If you have been in contact with a confirmed case or have travelled into New Zealand in the past 28 days and have symptoms – call and organise to come in for a test
If you want a reminder on the symptoms or have any other COVID-19 related query the website below is a great resource.
We have dedicated clinics at Greenwood Health for the continued testing of COVID-19, so if you need to have a test give us a call 03 528 8866.
Thanks again for all of your amazing support and work as we continue to keep COVID-19 at bay.
uniteforrecovery.govt.nz/
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COVID-19 is a disease that can affect your lungs and airways. Adopt simple hygiene and health practices to protect yourself and your whānau.Dear Motueka Community
It has been a while since we last sent out a post for a check in. We hope that a Level 1 New Zealand is treating you well and that you're managing to feel comfortable and confident in this new normal, to which we are all adjusting.
Two items of interest for the community that we wanted to share;
1) Despite the overwhelming demand and low stock levels we faced a few weeks back we still have flu vaccines available for any of you who want one. As we spend more and more time in the company of others, especially at this time of year flu is inevitable and the best form of defence is a vaccine. Give us a call if you haven't had one.
2) The patient management system we have to manage all of the patient files for the practice is being changed from one system to another in just under 2 weeks time. There will be no change for any of you who are registered with us, your records will remain intact. There will be some impact felt though in two main areas. Firstly; anyone who is registered for ManageMyHealth, the portal that you access your personal health information this will switch to MyIndici (instructions about this will come to your emails). Secondly; for those of you visiting the practice during the first few weeks, we will all of us have training wheels on as we come to grips with a new computer system.
We send out a huge thank you in advance for being so patient with us while we undergo this change.
Greenwood Health Team
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Is Greenwood Health going to be registered as a Southern Cross accredited supplier?