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Mana Kidz

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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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1 week ago

Sending our tamariki into their well-deserved school break with some practical tips to help keep them warm and healthy this winter.

If you need help finding a GP clinic that meets your family's needs, or if you have a question for one of our nurses this winter - including over the school holidays - please feel free to contact us. You can send us a private message or call 0800 MK TEAM (0800 658 326). We're here to help 💚💙
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2 months ago

Kia ora e te whānau,

Aotearoa is on alert for measles after a case was identified in Auckland and everyone is encouraged to check that they are fully protected against this serious and highly contagious illness.

The Measles, Mumps and Rubella (MMR) vaccine has an excellent safety record and is free for everyone in New Zealand under the age of 18. It doesn't matter what your immigration status is.

If you have any questions or concerns about this, contact your Mana Kidz school health team or your family doctor.

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Kia ora e te whānau, 

Aotearoa is on alert for measles after a case was identified in Auckland and everyone is encouraged to check that they are fully protected against this serious and highly contagious illness. 

The Measles, Mumps and Rubella (MMR) vaccine has an excellent safety record and is free for everyone in New Zealand under the age of 18. It doesnt matter what your immigration status is. 

If you have any questions or concerns about this, contact your Mana Kidz school health team or your family doctor. 

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Visit our Mana Kidz Facebook page          

Email us: manakidz@nhc.maori.nz

Information for service providers

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See the Mana Kidz Report

 

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