Links to health resources
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If you think your baby or child is sick
If you think something is wrong with your child, but you need help figuring our exactly what it is, call the Ministry of Health’s free 24-hour helpline on 0800 611116. You can also visit their website, http://www.moh.govt.nz/healthline.
The Baby Check website has a calculator with a series of questions to help determine if your baby is sick and how severe that sickness is.
Finding help
Your choices… your health on the Ministry of Health website helps you to choose a doctor and how much you’re likely to pay for a doctor’s visit.
The Māori Health website has contact details for Māori health providers throughout New Zealand.
Most people access mental health services through a referral from their doctor. The Ministry of Health website has information on how to find a mental health specialist in your area.
Webhealth.co.nz has health information aimed at specific regions in New Zealand, and resources and links for everyone.
Illnesses
Kids Health, an American website, has information about childhood illnesses and health conditions. The Kiwifamilies website has information and links to support groups for many childhood illnesses and health conditions.
The Ministry of Health website has information on health topics, including many common illnesses and diseases.
Teach your child about the human body
How the Body Works is a fun web page featuring videos, quizzes, articles and games.
