Mana Kidz
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For the best start in life
Mana Kidz is a free nurse-led, school health programme which addresses important health issues for tamariki. Healthcare is delivered by registered nurses and whānau support workers who are based in schools during the school term.
At the centre of the Mana Kidz programme is rheumatic fever prevention, but comprehensive healthcare which includes vision and hearing checks, skin infection treatment and general health assessments is also provided.
There is no other programme in Aotearoa like Mana Kidz, and National Hauora Coalition is proud of the positive outcomes we have achieved. We have seen a significant reduction (more than 60%) in the number of tamariki developing acute rheumatic fever, tamariki are in hospital less often and are generally in better health. The schools we work with report better attendance and tamariki more engaged in class.
Mana Kidz supports tamariki in primary and intermediate schools in South Auckland, providing support to more than 34,000 tamariki across 88 schools.
We’re very grateful for the service Mana Kidz provides to our school. I think we need to make more of their expertise, in our school, with staff, students and community.
Mana Kidz fact file
Where is Mana Kidz located?
Mana Kidz provides healthcare to tamariki in the Counties Manukau District Health Board area. See where the Counties Manukau DHB area is.
How do whānau access the Mana Kidz programme?
Tamariki are enrolled in one of the 88 participating schools. Mana Kidz schools are decile 1-3 primary and intermediate schools in the Counties Manukau District Health Board area.
Do tamariki or their whānau have to be enrolled with a National Hauora Coalition general practice?
No.
What is the eligible age-range for the Mana Kidz programme?
5-13
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Helpful links
Visit our Mana Kidz Facebook page
Email us: manakidz@nhc.maori.nz
Information for service providers
See the Mana Kidz Report
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Measles is a serious illness that can spread very quickly and lead to serious complications for tamariki and adults. You may have heard that a case has been identified in Tāmaki Makaurau. So, we wanted to share some useful information - not to spread fear, but to raise awareness on your options for protecting your whānau against measles.
If you have any pātai, feel free to drop a comment or DM us. You can also give us a call or see your doctor for more information.
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A sore throat check is a quick and easy swab test to see if the Streptococcus bacteria (aka "strep throat") is causing the sore throat. Flu and cold viruses can cause sore throats, so the swab test tells you when strep throat is the cause.
If:
➡️ you or someone in your family/household has had rheumatic fever before;
➡️ you are Māori or Pasefika; or
➡️ there are lots of people living with you (e.g. more than 2 people sharing a room)
it's possible you may be at a higher risk of developing rheumatic fever. If you meet any of the above criteria, it's important to get sore throats checked and treated with antibiotics early. Without treatment, strep throat can cause rheumatic fever, which can damage your heart.
From now until 30 June 2026, sore throat checks are FREE at participating pharmacies in Counties Manukau and West Auckland for anyone aged 3 to 35 years old that meets the criteria. No appointment needed; just head down to one of the pharmacies and ask for a check. 💚💙 ... See MoreSee Less
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Celebrating Uike Kātoanga’i ‘o e Lea Faka Tonga (Tongan Language Week) and the beautiful culture and heritage of our 3,623 tamariki who whakapapa to the Kingdom of Tonga 🇹🇴 We also celebrate and honour our highly skilled and passionate Tongan kaimahi serving across our 85 Mana Kidz schools who can also communicate in the Tongan language to better support Tongan famili 💚💙#manakidz #tonganlanguageweek ... See MoreSee Less
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