Winter is well and truly here, bringing colder temperatures, shorter days, and a higher risk of seasonal illnesses. At Greenhithe Medical Centre, we want to help you and your family stay well throughout the winter months. Here are some simple but effective ways to look after your health this season. Keep your home warm and dry During winter, we tend to keep doors and windows closed to hold the heat in. While this helps keep us warm, it can also trap moisture indoors, leading

With Christmas right around the corner, we thought it timely to update you on what is happening at the practice, what happens during the holiday break while we are closed, as well as some helpful tips for the summer ahead. To keep up to date with any changes including opening hours and news, be sure to follow our Facebook page . Reminder, you can book appointments and order repeat prescriptions via our online portal, MyIndici . If you haven't registered for MyIndici yet, you

Summer is here! Longer days, warmer nights, and plenty of chances to hit the beach, go for a hike, or just chill by the pool. But before you dive in, let’s make sure you and your whānau stay safe while soaking up the sunshine. Water safety: Swimming is the ultimate summer cool-down, but safety comes first: Check before you dip: In Auckland, water quality can change fast. Use SafeSwim for real-time updates on beach conditions, pollution levels, and lifeguard availability S

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