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Did you know getting an early assessment of your teeth and oral health can help to prevent other diseases? We’ve got great tips for teeth!

Steve Gardiner helps us set the framework for making serious changes to obesity issues for ourselves and for our families

There are steadily increasing numbers of people diagnosed with diabetes, and while some causes are genetic, we know lifestyle choices can have a major impact on the chances of contracting this disease

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INTRODUCTION

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elcome to the fifth edition of Rotorua Health & Living. This bi-annual magazine can be obtained in your Rotorua Daily Post or complimentary at various health providers around the Rotorua region.

Each edition looks at the most relevant and topical health and lifestyle issues Rotorua residents face in their daily lives.

In this issue we look at a range of issues that can impact on your health and wellbeing, and that of your family. Diabetes and obesity are still major issues facing not just Rotorua residents, but most communities around the world. We take a look at how good nutrition, exercise and a balanced healthy diet help create healthier people, healthier families and healthier communities. Steve Gardiner gives us some good advice on how to prepare and commit ourselves to change for the better.

As he says, enthusiasm for change is great – but to be successful we need to then build a plan and prepare to implement it in order to achieve our health goals.

Looking for a midwife? The Lakes District Health Board’s new phone service 0800 Lakes

Baby has been developed to help local women find a midwife – ideally as early as possible within the pregnancy. And once baby’s arrived Lakes DHB now has a free community breastfeeding service to support women to breastfeed their babies – you’ll find detail on how to contact the support group in this magazine. And also for parents, Lakes DHB paediatrician Dr Johan Morreau is advising parents to ensure their child’s immunization is up to date following a recent measles outbreak in the Auckland and Waikato regions.

A key part of our wellbeing is taking time out for rest, relaxation and exercise – even in the winter months. Within the pages of this issue you’ll find ideas from joining a golf club, enjoying the benefits of the amazing spa treatments available right on our doorstep, or taking up yoga classes. There’s plenty to choose from!

If you have a topic you’d like to see covered in our next edition, please email Advertising Manager Janine Davy at: Janine.davy@dailypost.co.nz

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Did you know getting an early assessment of your teeth and oral health can help to prevent other diseases? We’ve got great tips for teeth.

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Introducing a new phone service to help women find a midwife – 0800 Lakes Baby

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Immunisation against measles – advice from Dr Johan Morreau

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Steve Gardiner helps us set the framework for making serious changes to obesity problems for ourselves and for our families

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Rest, relax, recharge or rehabilitate at our very own QE Spa

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Lakes District Health Board has a free community breastfeeding service to support women to breastfeed their babies

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Need to increase your exercise? Take up golf at Lake View Golf & Country Club and you’ll get a good 3 – 7km walk

as you play, fresh air and the companionship of the other club members

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Karldon Trust is about learning to accept responsibility for our own choices, supporting awareness of others and strengthening bonds within our community

11 – 13 There are steadily increasing numbers of people

diagnosed with diabetes, and while some causes are genetic, we know lifestyle choices can have a major impact on the chances of contracting this disease

14 – 16 Ensuring you have a lifetime of efficient and effective vision

17 – 18 Support and care for our elderly 19 – 22 Community Resources – here to help 23 RAPHS – making your health a priority

Health & Living is published quarterly by The Rotorua Daily Post, 1143 Hinemoa Street, Rotorua.

For advertising enquiries, please contact: Janine Davy ph (07) 343 6885 or email janine.davy@dailypost.co.nz

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CARING FOR YOUR TEETH IS CARING FOR YOUR HEALTH D id you know that getting an early assessment of your teeth and oral health can help to prevent other diseases? For some people going to the dentist is one of those things that many of us put off.

Dr Hamish de Silva Borelessa and Dr Sharlene Judd are both dentists at Tipu Ora. “We see a wide variety of people” says Sharlene, “we’re a community dental service here in Ohinemutu. We offer a wide range of general dentistry services and see a wide variety of people, from private clients to those who are community card holders”.

“The way you bite or chew, even the way your jaw sits or the position of your teeth can impact on your oral health” says Hamish “bad breath, bleeding gums, and sudden pain when eating can all be sign of good or poor health.”

“The team were very informative, professional and calm.”

“I ended up having a lot of work done and my dental journey of 12 months was comfortable and very well planned out. All the work was explained to me in a way that I could understand. I really appreciated that approach.”

Tips for teeth

“It isn’t hard to keep your teeth and gums in top form,” says Hamish.

If you would like to make an appointment at Tipu Ora Dentists call 0800 348 2400 today and talk to one of our friendly team. We provide a variety of payment options and welcome all.

“My top tips are clean your teeth for at least two minutes twice a day, floss at least once a day but more often if you find something stuck between your teeth and use a mouthwash to help prevent the build up of plaque and bacteria.”

“If you have any discomfort at all you should consult with a dentist.”

Regular checkups are also essential for keeping your teeth healthy.“We discuss your needs and what we can do for you,” adds Hamish “at Tipu Ora we take a comprehensive view to dental health and work in with you.”

No fear

You are what you eat

When Nick MacKay came to Tipu Ora he was anxious because he had not seen a dentist in years. “It was the first time I had been to a dentist in 10 years,” he says. “I went in for a check up and to get an infection checked out.”

“A combination of a routine of daily brushing and reducing sugary foods and drinks can make a huge difference to your oral health.”

“There’s that old saying you are what you eat” says Sharlene, “and a well balanced diet certainly helps by providing essential minerals, vitamins and other nutrients that are essential for healthy gums and healthy teeth.”

Dentists Dr Sharlene Judd and Dr Marwan de Silva Borelessa with Dental Assistant Jo Trask, the friendly dental team at Tipu Ora

Tipu Ora Dental practice is situated at 16-20 Houkotuku Street, Ohinemutu Rotorua.

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FIND YOUR MIDWIFE L

akes District Health Board (DHB) has started a phone service to assist women to find a midwife as early as possible in their pregnancy, ideally before they are 10 weeks pregnant.

The 0800 Lakes Baby (0800 525 372) service aims to help women to connect with a midwife who is available and provides the best match with the needs of the pregnant woman.

This service was developed because it can be difficult for women to find a midwife and statistics show that the Lakes DHB area has one of the lowest rates of early enrolment with a midwife, compared to other DHB areas. There is a website with information about local midwives titled www.findyourmidwife.co.nz, however many midwives in this area are not listed on the site.

A Midwife provides care throughout the pregnancy, labour and birth and is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week during this time. Following the birth, a midwife continues to provide care for mother and baby until the baby is four to six weeks old. Midwifery care is provided free of charge for all women eligible for health care in New Zealand.

The advantages of enrolling early with a midwife are • Early and ongoing information for a healthy pregnancy • Planning for labour and birth • Early identification of any underlying medical conditions or health concerns and making referrals for specialist care when required.

More information about the service is available by phoning 0800 LakesBaby (0800 525 372)

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IMMUNISE TO PROTECT YOUR CHILD FROM A SERIOUS DISEASE LIKE MEASLES Lakes DHB paediatrician Dr Johan Morreau is advising parents to make sure their child’s immunisations are up-to-date following confirmation of recent measles cases in the Auckland and Waikato regions.

“Measles is a serious and extremely infectious disease. The only way to protect against measles is for all children to be fully immunised and, with recent cases confirmed in the Auckland region, we ask parents to make upto-date immunisation a priority,” Dr Morreau says.

“Before measles immunisation became available, many children suffered serious side effects such as brain damaging infections the effects of which were lifelong. We almost never see this now and want to keep it that way.”

Two free immunisations to protect children are given at 15 months and

four years of age to protect against measles, mumps and rubella. Parents should take their child to their local GP in order to receive this.

Dr Morreau says most children in the Lakes district are immunised against the disease but there is still a concern for those in our community who are not protected.

“Recent cases of measles are a reminder to us all to be on-time with all infant and childhood immunisations. As people travel often and easily around the country, it’s also possible for the measles virus to spread to our communities like Rotorua, Taupo and Turangi.”

Babies should also receive the other scheduled immunisations at age six weeks, three months and five months, vaccinating against a raft of serious diseases including rotavirus, pneumococcal, diphtheria, tetanus.

Measles is a very infectious viral disease that starts with a high fever and nose and chest problems (one or more of the following: runny nose, Dr Johan Morreau cough, red eyes and small white spots inside the mouth).

Three or four days after catching measles a red blotchy rash appears, starting on the neck and face, then spreading over the entire body. The rash is not itchy and fades during the first week.

For more information about immunisation see http://www.health.

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OBESITY How to beat the battle of the bulge.

• Worldwide obesity has nearly doubled since 1980.

• In 2008, more than 1.4 billion adults, 20 and older, were overweight.

• 35% of adults aged 20 and over were overweight in 2008, and 11% were obese.

• 65% of the world’s population live in countries where obesity kills more people than underweight.

What can I say that hasn’t already being said before? We all know that we should be choosing the apple over the chocolate bar and we all know that we should be choosing water over sugar sodden fizzy drinks.

Until we stop blaming the government and the food manufacturers for what we eat and drink we will never deal with the health issues that we face today. It comes down to our personal choices and its time we stepped up to the plate and took some responsibility for what we put in our mouths.

I believe the reason obesity, type 2 diabetes and heart disease are so prevalent in our community today, comes down to one thing - how much value we put on our own health and wellbeing.

If we don’t see significant value in getting active and making healthy food choices then we will continue on our merry old way until we get a call from our GP saying that we have developed some serious health issues A lot of people don’t think twice about spending a hundred dollars or more each week on alcohol and junk food but would never consider channelling these funds into making healthier lifestyle choices.

Before we can change something we must first be serious about making this change. Ask ourselves on a scale of one to ten how serious are we about losing weight and improving our health.

We really need to be a 9 or a 10 if we going to achieve weight loss success.

Once you have made this commitment you need to put a plan in place. Here’s

a few questions you will need to ask yourself. Where am I going to do my exercises ? (Yes you will need to exercise if you’re going to lose weight and keep it off long term). Will I workout In the gym at the park or at home? Do I need to buy hire or borrow some equipment? Will I need a personal trainer or a buddy to help me stay motivated? What time of the day will work best for me? How will I fit it around work or the kids? What is my plan so that I can change from my old eating habits to my new ones?

Is everyone in my household going to be eating the same meals or will I need to cook variations. What restaurants are nearby that serve healthy options if I go out for dinner. Can I get my groceries delivered to avoid temptations whilst at the supermarket.

Are my pantry and fridge stocked with my new healthy foods or are they still full of tempting food?

Many people jump straight into a new weight loss or exercise plan relying on their new found enthusiasm without giving any of the above much thought.

The most successful people in life are also the most prepared so I can’t stress enough how important planning for the week ahead or the next day will be to your ultimate success.

Once you have committed to making a healthy and positive change to your life you will need to keep yourself on track with positive thoughts and affirmations.

Quotes like: OK I know I have put on weight but I am doing something about it and I will succeed. Acknowledge the negative thought and let it go. Or : I am really happy that I have chosen to change

to a healthier lifestyle.

Positive thought.

Scientists have proven that it only takes between 21 and 30 days to create a new habit so be patient with your new changes and commit to making these a part of your daily routine for at least the next 30 days plan .

I encourage you. Don’t leave your future health to chance. Be honest with yourself Acknowledge where you are now. If you think you need to make some changes for the better. Then start now.

If you need some more advice and support then give me a call.

Steve Gardiner Gold’s Health and Fitness.

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RELAXATION, REJUVENATION AND REHABILITATION Q E Health’s story is Rotorua’s story.

Maori settled in the area partly because of the geothermal waters.

The first tourists to our region were Victorian adventurers in the mid-19th century here to witness the majesty of our geothermal landscape and Maori culture. That flowed through to a Spa culture, too and, in 1908, the Bathhouse opened in Government Gardens.

QE Health was originally a rehabilitation and convalescent hospital for soldiers returning from WWII. It opened in 1942.

Rotorua was the ideal location with Spa treatments (or balneotherapy) at the Bathhouse. The water was drawn from Whangapipiro or the Rachel Spring in Government Gardens, which gave its name to QE Health’s Rachel Pool. This is the water that makes Rotorua world famous.

After The Bathhouse closed in the 1960s, QE Health established a spa and wellness centre in its own building, next to the Village Green and with views to Lake Rotorua. This history of over 70 years of expert medical treatment informs everything QE Health does today. It is embedded in their DNA and all their therapists are highly qualified and experienced.

The core business of QE Health is three-week ‘Recharge’ programmes.

The rehabilitation programme is

Time for the soothing thermal waters of QE Health’s Rachel Pool. Get a local’s pass with unlimited use of the pools for only $30 per month. Locals also receive a 10% discount on all Spa and Beauty treatments.

for those with chronic illnesses like arthritis and fibromyalgia. Lakes District Health Board funds these, with referrals from GPs and specialists.

The Recharge pain management programmes are funded by ACC. All QE Health’s programmes are available, privately.

In Summer increasing numbers of guests from French Polynesia visit QE Health for a 21-day ‘cure thermale’.

Just like in 1942, the QE Health team takes a holistic approach to wellbeing with a comprehensive range of care under one roof. This includes physiotherapy, psychology and counselling, Pilates and yoga, occupational therapy and leisure classes, orthotics and rheumatology.

QE Health is a successful ‘mixed model’ of healthcare with publicly funded programmes and, at the same time, Spa and Beauty, the gym, Physiotherapy, Orthotics and yoga and Pilates are all open to the public.

QE Health Physiotherapy is an accredited ACC provider so there is no surcharge - all ACC physiotherapy costs the client nothing.

P: 07 348 0189 W: www.qehealth.co.nz E: infoline@qehealth.co.nz

QE Heath Physiotherapy is ACC accredited so there’s no surcharge – ACC treatment will cost you nothing.

And check out our gym – fully equipped and with a friendly, experienced team to look after you.

Everyone is welcome.

We also have psychology and counselling, occupational therapy, orthotics, yoga and pilates, rheumatology and a fracture liaison service – all under one roof.

We take a holistic approach to your wellbeing.

QE Health – helping out since 1942.

For more information see the website or get in touch.

www.qehealth.co.nz

P: 07 348 0189 E: infoline@qehealth.co.nz

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NEW COMMUNITY BREASTFEEDING SERVICE IN LAKES DHB AREA L

akes District Health Board now has a free community breastfeeding service to support women to breastfeed their babies.

New lactation consultants, Amy Wray works in the Rotorua area and Chelsie Robertson in Taupo/Turangi. They assist local women with breastfeeding including regular drop-in breastfeeding clinics in the community and home visits as needed.

Women wanting to access the free community lactation support can ring 0800 LakesBaby (0800 525 372).

Currently the 0800 is answered during business hours, but it is hoped to extend this.

Before the new service was launched, women could get support for breastfeeding from their midwife, Well Child nurse or voluntary support service, but there was no specialist advice for complex breastfeeding issues available in the community.

The two new roles provide the opportunity to improve the Lakes DHB rates of breastfeeding, which are currently 61 per cent at four to six weeks, compared to the national target of 75 per cent.

Community Lactation Consultant Amy Wray says her role is much more than a job, it’s an opportunity to make a difference in people’s lives.

“I am really passionate about health and enjoy working with new mothers.

Breastfeeding has life-long effects that can influence a mother-baby relationship for life so that’s why I love doing what I do.”

Amy, who is of Nga Puhi and Te Rarawa descent says knowledge is the most important thing to helping women breastfeed. She says reconnecting women to breastfeeding knowledge so they can feel empowered, and including their men in the journey is important.

In 2007, Amy graduated in midwifery and worked as a core midwife. In 2009, she qualified as Lactation Consultant.

During that time she was also the Baby Friendly Hospital Initiative (BFHI) Coordinator for Tairawhiti DHB and trained as a New Zealand breastfeeding peer

counsellor administrator, as well as running a breastfeeding drop-in centre.

Throughout this time Amy was involved

in teaching antenatal classes and various breastfeeding education workshops to a range of health providers.

Notes: Breast milk is the perfect food for your because it’s all that baby needs to eat and drink for about the first six months. It helps to protect baby against colds, tummy bugs, infections and allergies.

Breastfeeding is perfect for mothers too because it gives s a chance to rest while are feeding baby, it helps mums to feel close to baby, it saves time and costs nothing.

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THE LAKE VIEW GOLF AND COUNTRY CLUB D

rive 5 or 6 minutes up State Highway 5 from the Ngongotaha Roundabout and you will find the Lake View Golf and Country Club. The 18 hole layout features undulating fairways, challenging greens and spectacular views of the lake and surrounding hills.

Apart from the winter months, the course attracts a lot of visitors. Many of them comment on how much they enjoy playing the course. As one recent visitor put it, “We were made to feel welcome and were also really surprised how good the course was.

It is well manicured and quite a test.

We’ll come back”.

Lake View has a reputation as being a friendly club. The members here welcome visitors and new members and generally on Saturday or Sunday there is someone “Looking for a hit”.

The members enjoy a number of

features other clubs do not have. There is a driving range attached to the Pro Shop along with a Pro in attendance 6 days a week.

To encourage new members the club offers a first time subscription of $400.00 for a year’s golf. There are very few 18 hole clubs in New Zealand that offer a year long subscription at that price. A healthy number of members have joined the club on the strength of that offer. If you are thinking about joining take advantage of the ‘GIVE GOLF A GO’ advertisement included on this page.

Do not think you need to be a ‘gun’ golfer to play here. There are many categories of membership, one of the more popular ones being a 9 hole membership. Many of the 18 holers play on Friday mornings with a group known as the Muffin Club. It is so called, because those who play with

the “Muffiners” enjoy a coffee and a delicious homemade muffin after they play 9 holes. One Muffiner said “I am not a very good golfer but the ones I play with on Friday don’t seem to mind.

They’re a friendly bunch, great to play with and to enjoy a cuppa and a muffin with too”.

Another very friendly and active group are the Veterans – that is women 50 years and over and men 55 years plus. They play every Tuesday morning from 9.30am. They welcome all golfers regardless of their skill level. A visitor from England who spent 3 months here of the summer remarked, “You wouldn’t find a friendlier group of golfers anywhere. I thoroughly enjoyed my golf at Lake View and I made some good friends up here. The ribbing I got when I won a can of baked beans is still ringing in my ears.”

The one obvious health benefit playing golf is that you walk 3-7 kilometers each time you play. As one member said, “I like to come up and play 9 holes after work during the summer, its great exercise for me and my dog. On the front nine you feel as if you’re away from it all. It’s quiet and peaceful and the bird life is extraordinary”.

There is something about the place – on a warm spring morning when the sun turns the lake silver and the tuis are calling across the fairways, there is no better place to be.

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MENTAL HEALTH Heard of the “Ripple on Effect?”

Well, involvement in Karldon Trust has opened doors for me. It’s like being given a “second chance” In part, Karldon Trust works towards its tangata whaiora (client) accepting responsibility for our own choices – supporting awareness of others and strengthening bonds in our community.

Karldon Trust offers me a safe place (ahurutanga) a place to stand.

The whanau based philosophy, upheld and evidenced in the day to day contact and skilled support people enables me to set and realise goals. The language heard at the Whare (Karldon Trust house) is life changing – for instance:

Through use of the phrase mental wellness of being, I am encouraged and heartened to accept personal responsibility for my own words and actions, to learn tino rangitiratanga.

Employment is within reach.

The organisation skills, of lights on, washing done and kai plated up, as well as the structural functions of walking morning and evening to Karldon for medication, are two of the skills Karldon Trust engenders. Organising the basics and structuring my days have allowed me to relate to others with self-respect and confidence – learning Te whakakoha rangitiratanga (respectful relations).

The respect for the reality of my situation accorded to me by the trained staff at Karldon is enabling me to be all that I can be. It’s a forum where day by day, step by step my goals are set and realised, with unwavering support from staff at the office, and into my community, my relationships with whanau and also to my friendships – Karldon Trust encourages me to network.

Eventually I will be able to selfmedicate, to be fully employed and maintain loving friendships in that, Karldon Trust is instrumental in changing my outlook.

I hope you also can make that change.

FOR THE SAKE OF YOUR WELLBEING Karldon Trust is a Kaupapa Maori not for profit organisation that supports whanau and tangata whaiora on their recovery journey toward mental wellbeing.

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DIABETES K

orowai Aroha Health Centre runs different programmes for clients with diabetes. Making healthy choices is not always easy when you have to manage diabetes and a busy lifestyle.

The Diabetes Team at Korowai Aroha understand this. That is why we have unique resources to assist those clients in managing their diabetes to a level that ensures a quality of Health for clients. We have a Diabetes Mobile Service which allows for patients to be seen in their home with specific goal setting planning with the nurse client and their Whanau.

Our popular Diabetes walking group

is open to anyone whom wants to come along. We also have a unique Men’s programme called Tane Takitu Ake, which motivates clients to make healthy behaviour changes within themselves and their Whanau that can improve their diabetes.

Please contact: Mary Roberts mary@korowai.org.nz Tim Ryan tim@korowai.org.nz Tracey Ormsby Tracey@korowai.org.nz or Hamu Lacey hamu@korowai.org.nz If you would like to find out more about our services

1292 Hinemoa St, Rotorua Ph: 07 348 8454 Fax: 07 349 1597

GP and Nursing Services Home Based Support Services Asthma Management Cervical Screening Diabetes Management Support Aukati Kaipaipa Mobile Maori Nursing Advocacy for Mothers and their Pepi Outreach Immunisation Services Traditional Maori Healing Whanau Ora Tane Takitu Ake (Men’s Wellbeing Programme)

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DIABETES AWARENESS W

hen I was growing up in the 1960 s we hardy heard the word Diabetes apart from the occasional report coming back from a Medical practitioner saying that grandma has just been diagnosed as a Pre Diabetic.

Over the past 40 plus years type 2 diabetes has almost become a house hold name.

And so it should be a house hold name.

Ignorance is no excuse when it comes to our heath. If we have any hope at all at stopping this silent killing machine we need to prepare ourselves now to prevent this deadly disease permanently destroying our lives. As I write this article there are tens of thousands of New Zealand men women and children that are unaware that they are pre diabetic.

Some of the warning signs that you may be at serious risk of type 2 diabetes are numbness of fingers, hands and legs.

Increased urination. Increased appetite over a prolonged period. Blurry vision.

Ichy dry skin and unexplained fatigue to name a few.

It surprises me that as a so called intelligent race of people with all the knowledge and iformation freely available to us at our finger tips only a minority put enough time and value on their health to prevent becoming a victim of this deadly disease. Being involved in the health and fitness

industry for over 25 years believe I have seen first- hand the damage that this deadly disease does to one’s health.

Type 2 Diabetes cannot be cured but it can be managed. Type 2 diabetes is the result of the body not creating enough insulin to keep blood sugar levels in a healthy range. With Type 2 diabetes being the leading cause of limb amputation, blindness, kidney failure and premature death amongst New Zealanders we certainly need to be aware of what causes it and what we must do to prevent it from harming our wonderfully made bodies.

Type 2 diabetes has several causes: genetics and lifestyle are the most important ones. A combination of these factors can cause insulin resistance, when your body doesn’t use insulin as well as it should. Insulin resistance is the most common cause of type 2 diabetes. According to the World Health Organisation (WHO) reports type 2 diabetes has continued to increase in almost all industrial countries due to life style choices. In the book the New Nutrition Dr Micheal Colgan states that if we don’t do something about this sleeping giant now it will destroy the healthiest of economies.

Poor life style choices such as choosing to be inactive over being active and

selecting nutritional void and sugar laden foods over healthier options causes’ weight gain and obesity.

Obesity causes rapid diabetes. Both men and women who carry 20 or more kilos are 3000 % more likely to develop diabetes. Even being moderately overweight increases your risk of Diabetes by 100%.

Type 2 Diabetes is a man made disease and can be prevented. If you have already being diagnosed with type 2 diabetes then you will almost definitely require medication. Try to reduce fat weight and get active and you will enjoy life living with diabetes much better and more than likely lower your medication requirements. For all of us that have not being diagnosed with type 2 diabetes.

Have your blood sugar checked by your GP. Reduce your sugar intake and body fat. Make time for exercise now or make time for diseases later.

Steven Gardiner Diabetes NZ

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DIABETES

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here are about 5,000 people diagnosed with diabetes that we know of in the Rotorua area, with numbers increasing steadily. About 90% of these people have Type 2 diabetes. Additionally, there are many more people with pre-diabetes - as many as 1 in 4 - which may progress to Type 2 diabetes if lifestyle interventions are not taken.

Type 1 diabetes, which cannot be prevented and is not related to obesity or other lifestyle factors, affects about 500 people in the Rotorua area.

No matter what the cause, having diabetes can lead to a multitude of problems affecting many areas of life. Making the right food choices and balancing blood sugar levels with medication, sometimes having to inject insulin, is demanding and diabetes takes its toll on the body both physically and emotionally.

If you are overweight, Maori or Pacific, and/or have a family history of Type 2 diabetes then you are at an increased risk - visit your GP or Practice Nurse and ask to be tested for diabetes.

Symptoms of diabetes include thirst, tiredness, blurred vision, recurring infections or wounds that take a long time to heal.

Diabetes New Zealand is the no.1 charity that supports people and families affected by diabetes. The Rotorua Branch has an open-door policy and volunteers are always available for help and support. For more information contact Karen Reed on (07) 349 5256.

JOIN US! Morning Tea every Thursday morning 10am – 12pm @ QE Health

DIABETES NZ ROTORUA BRANCH www.diabetesnzrotorua.org.nz Information and support for all people and families affected by Diabetes

Offices in QE Health Cnr Whakaue St and Fenton St OPEN Wed – Fri 9:30am – 2pm Phone: 07 349 5256 | EMAIL info@diabetesnzrotorua.org.nz

atching colds, sniffles and flu can be inevitable, especially over the cooler months. Most cold-causing viruses thrive in environments with low humidity, which may be why colds are more common at this time. Symptoms include a runny or stuffy nose, sore throat, sneezing, mild to moderate fever, cough, headache or body aches, and mild tiredness.

While lots of different viruses can cause the common cold, the rhinovirus is most often the one that makes us sneeze and sniffle. It’s highly contagious. When someone with a cold coughs or sneezes they send virus filled droplets flying through the air.

Because colds spread so easily, the best prevention is avoidance. Good personal hygiene is important. Stay away from anyone who is sick and avoid sharing utensils and personal items. You can get sick if you touch a surface that has been recently handled by a cold-infected person, and then touch your nose, mouth or eyes. Wash your hands often with hot water and soap to get rid of any germs you may have picked up during the day, or use an alcohol based hand sanitizer.

Stay home if you’ve got a cold and rest up. Drink plenty of fluids to avoid dehydration. Some over the counter medicines may help relieve congestion, aches and other symptoms but antibiotics will not be effective as your cold is a viral infection. It should clear up within a few days. If there has been no improvement after a week, or your fever is persistent, see a doctor. You may have a bacterial infection requiring antibiotics.

FEELING UNWELL? INJURED YOURSELF? LAKES PRIMECARE IS HERE TO HELP. FOR ALL YOUR ACCIDENT AND MEDICAL NEEDS

Open Everyday 8am - 10pm 1165 Tutanekai Street Rotorua Walk - in Clinic, no appointment necessary

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THE IMPORTANCE OF HAVING AN EYE EXAMINATION: PEACE OF MIND D

o you know the difference between eyesight and vision? Ever find yourself looking for something and not seeing it right there in front of you?

Many people have clear eyesight but still have uncomfortable eyes or vision.

Uncomfortable eyes often result from the environment we are using them in.

The difference between eyesight and vision, and looking and seeing, is whether your brain is consciously involved. Your brain focuses and coordinates your eyes and interprets what is there.

This includes situations where sustained visual tasks are required such as using the computer, reading, driving and even watching television.

This is especially so when outdoors or the room is air-conditioned or heated. Visual discomfort in the form of eyestrain and headaches can result from difficulty sustaining clarity, and insufficient reserves of focus or convergence. Other times it may occur due to inaccurate or not fully coordinated eye movements.

Over time small changes occur with our eyesight and vision. We often see what we expect to see from memory, and our brain adjusts to the gradual changes by cleverly compensating for them.

‘Suddenly’ we notice that something is going on because the changes have become noticeable enough that they can no longer be compensated for.

Your probably think things are fine, and this is the best time to get things checked out. Our eye examinations ensure you have clear eyesight, but there’s more to it than that.

Our optometrists carefully examine these situations and give you the best advice on staying comfortable.

Many eye conditions occur slowly and often without any obvious symptoms in the early stages. Conditions such as glaucoma, cataract, and muscular degeneration are common with age, but can occur any time.

If you have a family history of any of these eye health issues it is important to get things checked for peace of mind.

Supplied by Visique McClelland Optometrists Think about how much you use your eyes. Losing eyesight is one of the main things people fear, second only to getting cancer.

Yet not everyone has a regular check-up.

Having a regular eye examination is about ensuring you have a lifetime of effective and efficient vision. At each stage in your life we want you to be able to continue getting on with all the things you do without your vision getting in the way.

We can give you and your family plenty of advice and information on how to ensure that you have clear sight, comfortable vision and healthy eyes for life.

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Specsavers Rotorua

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April 2016 saw Rotorua Optometrists celebrate 22 years in their optometry practice in Eruera St. For the last seven years, the practice has been part of the Specsavers franchise enabling owners Scott and Celeste Raisbeck and Jason Langdon to bring great value eye care and eyewear to the Rotorua community.

“Through being part of the Specsavers franchise we have helped to make comprehensive eye examinations available to more people”, says Optometrist Celeste Raisbeck.

“Scott, Natasha and myself are all qualified to prescribe ocular medicines to treat eye infections. This helps to support our local GPs and our own clients with access to health care.”

The Specsavers Rotorua team

Being locally owned and operated means Specsavers Rotorua is also able to give back to the Rotorua community, with their involvement in school galas, fundraising auctions and Marae based Hauora days, to name a few things.

Retail partner Jason believes having experienced and well trained local staff means they can answer questions and provide appropriate advice to help clients feel at ease when making frame choices and spectacle lens decisions. “Everyone has a budget they need to work within, and Specsavers’ great value products give the staff more options to help people purchase the best solution for their eye care needs”.

Come in store to discuss your eye care needs with our friendly staff seven days a week, or check out www.specsavers.co.nz for our latest offers.

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Prices correct at time of print. Frames available while stocks last.^Half price eye exam applies to standard eye examinations only, normally valued at $60, now $30. Offer ends June 12 2016. #Free exam for AA Members applies to standard eye examinations only, normally valued at $60. Available to current AA Members upon presentation of AA Membership card. © 2016 Specsavers Optical Group.

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A piece of the puzzle for solving reading problems, learning difficulties, ADD/HD, dyslexia, headaches and other physical symptoms through the use of colour

Does your child struggle with reading and writing-based activities?

Irlen Syndrome is a perceptual processing disorder. It’s not an optical problem (and will not be identified through routine eye examination). It is a problem with the brain’s ability to accurately understand and process visual information.

Children and adults with IRLEN constantly need to cope with print distortions that cause fatigue, discomfort and which limit the length of time they can read and maintain comprehension

Writing Indicators

What to look for

Tends to write uphill/downhill Has unequal spacing Errors when copying Copying from whiteboard difficulty Inconsistent spelling

Maths Indicators

Constant errors Misaligned numbers in columns

Musical Problems Difficulty reading music

Reading Indicators

Prefers reading in dim light Skips words or lines Slow and hesitant reading Reading gets harder the longer they read Poor reading comprehension Inability to read for long periods Trouble keeping place Avoids reading

Complaints while reading

Strain or fatigue Headache or nausea Drowsiness Eye strain Indistinct print Finds white background uncomfortable

Depth Perception

Clumsiness and poor concentration Difficulty catching balls Difficulty judging distances

Where to go for help Irlen Rotorua Clinic Call Mary Cubie on 07 348 8816 or Nyree Grigsby 07 347 8280

www.irlen.com

www.aaic.org.nz

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AGED CARE A new lease on life – thanks to Enliven Aged in her late 80s, Betty often became unwell and lost interest in golf, a game she used to enjoy.

Betty’s Enliven support worker encouraged her to take on a sixweek walking challenge, counting her steps every day with the help of a pedometer. Betty was soon hooked.

She recorded her steps carefully every day, and was very proud of her impressive results each week.

She took up golf again as a great way to add to her steps. Now she frequently enjoys nine holes followed by lunch with a group of friends.

With encouragement and support from Enliven, Betty is determined to stay active, having discovered for herself the benefits of exercise and getting out and about with others.

“If you don’t use it, you lose it.

If I feel no good before I start exercising, when I finish I feel absolutely on top of the world.”

Contact us today to find support to achieve your own goals and a Support Worker who is right for you.

Pictured: Betty (RHS) with her Support Worker

Maximising your independence through Enliven home support Enliven maximises the independence of older people and those with disabilities and injuries. Our home and community support services can help you thrive in your own home, stay healthy, and engage socially with others.

Enliven services provide: • • •

support to achieve your own goals real choices and high quality services a trained and qualified support worker who is right for you.

Enliven Rotorua

1083 Eruera St, Rotorua | Ph: 07 349 0990 | W: enlivennorthern.org.nz

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MAKOHA REST HOME & HOSPITAL I

f you are looking for a home for yourself, or a family member, Makoha believe there are three simple rules a good rest home / hospital should offer: • Choice of controlling your own lifestyle. You want to be able to maintain your independence but you need to have unconditional support in the areas you need.

• Personalized service. Your opinions and needs are listened to and acted on.

• Qualified staff. You trust that you are getting the right care from someone who knows what they are talking about.

your taste buds spoilt by professional cooks offering a fully catered menu.

The staff at Makoha believe that you should receive the best of care with individual attention, because let’s face it, everyone’s needs are different. And as you age you’ll know that you will be treated with dignity and respect and all your medical needs will be met.

Makoha welcome enquiries. Visit www. makoha.kiwi.nz for more information, or contact the friendly team by Phone (07) 347 8805 and arrange a time to meet.

Makoha Rest Home and Hospital delivers on these three simple rules and they do it well. Established in 2012 they treat residents like valued family members, who feel loved and accepted unconditionally.

Makoha means tranquil, undisturbed, compassionate, gentle, kind hearted and considerate and the staff genuinely go out of their way to create a safe haven, and to live up to their name.

You’ll find a safe, warm environment with all the comfort and privacy you’d expect, along with the skilled staff ensuring your healthcare needs are also met. Makoha is conveniently located close to town so it’s an easy walk to the Central Mall. And along with all the comforts of home, you’ll also find

A PLACE FOR

YOUR LOVED ONES! We pride ourselves in providing excellent accommodation.

The facility has 34 large bedrooms, a rear entrance gate dedicated to emergency access, highly qualified staff, dedicated charge station for mobility scooters and much more! We work closely with families and believe each person is different and care should be tailored to everyone’s needs.

19 Ruihi Street Glenholme Rotorua 3010 Ph: (07) 3478805 • Free Ph: 0800 Makoha (625642) • Fax: (07) 3478806 info@makoha.kiwi.nz • Visit us at www.makoha.kiwi.nz

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YOGA A

YOGA

n in depth study of current scientific literature on life, health and well-being would lead most of us to conclude that for an fully integrated free functioning life with heath and well-being we need to artfully massage our own way into appropriate:

MEDITATION BEGINNERS CLASS Monday 7-8pm YOGA POSTURES – ENTRY LEVEL CLASSES Tuesday 5.30pm, Wednesday 5.30pm, Thursday 10.30am and 5.30pm

• Diet • Mind states • Exercise

YOGA WITH EXPERIENCE Monday 5.30pm Tuesday 10.30am

We provide authentic yoga classes focusing on optimization and integration of the body, mind, and emotions. Our certified Yoga Teachers are committed to providing proven methods and practices to transform your body and mind into great strength, harmony, balance, and longevity. The deeper mental practices of breath work and mindfulness will unfold your personal path to vibrant health and allow you the experience of your essential nature.

Level One, 1158 Pukuatua Street P O Box 1753

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• Service and gratitude • Fun and non-attachment with full involvement in our life

• Body structural alignment • Mindfulness (increasingly achieving more stable witnessing) • Meaningful vocation Some of these aspects we develop effortlessly through our engagement, other aspects require a little work and discipline.

Ultimately we are all doing the best we can and as we make a little gain so we are encouraged to do more as rewards of happiness and increased enthusiasm for life speak for themselves. The Yoga Studio provide a modern version of authentic linage based (time proven) methods for being a student of the mind and body.

KNOW IT BE FOR RED CROSS YOU NEED IT ain the skills and confidence you need in an emergency -

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at home, at work, or in your community.

Red Cross offers a range of courses, workplace first aid, outdoor first aid, psychosocial first aid, lone rescue revalidation, Prehospital emergency care and online learning options to name a few. We also run exclusive courses tailored to meet your needs.

You can be assured of quality training as we are a doubly highly confident category A provider with the New Zealand qualifications authority (NZQA) We also have a wide range of first aid supplies – including books, comprehensive first aid kits, and AED’s – to help you prepare for accidents.

Caring For People with Alzheimers and Related Disorders We provide support for all those affected by Dementia.

Our services include several support groups, advocacy, community awareness education programmes including “Living with memory loss” programmes.

Phone 349-0053 Rotorua Community Health Hub 1172 Haupapa St This advert is kindly sponsored by Lakeland Disabilities Support Trust

ALZHEIMERS A

lzheimers provide a range of services to support dementia clients and their families. These include, a living with memory loss course (3 sessions over 3 weeks) for carers, activities for clients, carer support meetings, individual and group educational sessions, and information sheets about dementia.

Dementia affects memory, thinking, mood and behaviour.

It is important that an early, accurate diagnosis is made for clients and families to seek support, plan and live well.

Phone our office 349 0053 or call into our office 1st floor, Community Health Hub, 1172 Haupapa Street, Rotorua

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KEA STREET SPECIALIST SCHOOL K RESPECT, INDEPENDENCE, COMMUNITY & EMPOWERMENT.

My vision is to strive to provide a nurturing, happy environment for the students where they are truly valued.

Principal Sherie Collins P: 07-3476717 E: info@keastreet.ac.nz This advert is kindly sponsored by Lakleand Disabilities Support Trust.

Visit us at www.keastreet.ac.nz

Asthma Rotorua offers free education and support to the communities of Rotorua, Taupo and Turangi.

We work to provide for individuals with asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and their families/whanau to achieve their desired goals.

We accept referrals from anyone including self-referrals.

Asthma Rotorua supplies products including: • Nebulisers for sale and hire • Nebuliser kits (tubing) • Spacers • AsthmaMinders™

Contact Renee Goldbert Asthma Nurse Educator Asthma Rotorua • (07) 347 1012 This advert is kindly sponsored by Lakeland Disabilities Support Trust.

ARTHRITIS NEW ZEALAND KAIPONAPONA AOTEAROA

Nearly 11,000 people in Rotorua have arthritis.

Are you one of them?

Arthritis New Zealand’s Rotorua based Arthritis Educator Sheryl Jensen offers Living a healthy Life courses, workplace education, workshops, community education, promotional events and offers confidential advice and support to people with arthritis. Phone 07 348 5135 or 0800 663 463.

There are weekly water based exercise classes held in Rotorua.

For further information, contact the Rotorua Arthritis Pool Support Committee.

Phone Laurie on 07 345 6004, Warren on 07 345 9387 or Sheryl on the number above. www.arthritis.org.nz This advert is kindly sponsored by Lakeland Disabilities Support Trust.

ea Street Specialist School is the leading provider of education for students with Special needs in the Lakes area of Rotorua and Taupo. All of our young people have intellectual disabilities and/or physical.

We cater for young people from age 5-21 years following the CRSS Curriculum (Special Needs Schools), and the NZ Curriculum.

A dedicated professional team of Teaching staff, work closely with capable, valued teacher aides for the best outcomes for our students. Professional Development is a high priority to ensure best practice is at the fore. The Leadership team of 4 work as a strong, united, forward thinking entity If you wish to learn more about our wonderful school please phone the office to make an appointment with the Principal.

36 Kea Street, Rotorua

ASTHMA ROTORUA K

ia Ora Koutu to the Rotorua community! My name is Renee Goldbert and I am the new Asthma Nurse Educator for Rotorua, Taupo and Turangi. This is an exciting opportunity to support people living with asthma and Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) and I’m looking forward to meeting new clients and their family/whanau. With winter well on its way, there’s no better time to review possible triggers for asthma, correct spacer technique and action plans for management of Asthma/COPD symptoms. My role includes face-to-face consultations, support and advice, so if you want to better manage your Asthma or COPD then please contact me or ask your GP/ Health Professional to refer.

Renee Goldbert Asthma Nurse Educator

ARTHRITIS A

rthritis New Zealand is a national organisation focused on raising awareness, advocating for those with the condition, and providing advice and support for the 530,000 New Zealanders who are living with arthritis.

Sheryl Jensen, our Rotorua based Arthritis Educator, provides clinics, seminars, Living Healthy Life courses, workplace education, workshops, community education, promotional events and offers confidential advice and support to people with arthritis. For further Information, phone Sheryl on 07 348 5135 or 0800663 463.

Many people with arthritis find water based exercise help’s them manage their condition better. The reported improved mobility and better energy levels. There are weekly water based exercise classes held in Rotorua, so there is bound to be one that will suit you. Phone Laurie on 07 345 6004, Warren on 07 345 9387, or Sheryl on the number above.

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parent to parent CENTRAL LAKES

Supportt andd infformattion for families raising a chhill d with a disability or health impairmmentt

• CONNECT WITH ANOTHER PARENT • COFFEE GROUPS • INDIVIDUALISED INFORMATION • SIBLING SUPPORT ON OVER 3600 CONDITIONS • POP IN FOR A CHAT Regional Coordinator Breanna Turner Ph: 027 808 3952 email: centrallakes@parent2parent.o org.nz www.parentttoparent.org.n nz

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PARENT TO PARENT CENTRAL LAKES S

upporting parents and their family/whanau to be positive, have hope, and create meaningful lives for themselves and their children, teens and adults with any type of disability or health impairment.

Free and confidential, Parent to Parent is the only New Zealand organisation that offers: • Qualified researchers providing information on 3600+ rare and common conditions to families, early childcare, schools, workplaces, health professionals and anyone working in the disability sector.

• To pair parents new to the world of disability up with trained Support Parents who have an older child with a similar condition and have walked that journey.

This advert is kindly sponsored byy Lakeland Disabilities Support Trust

BRAIN INJURY ASSOCIATION Promoting a quality of life that maximises potential, choice and independence for people with Acquired Brain Injury.

We provide information, advocacy and support to any person affected by brain injury, including families/whanau and caregivers.

BRAIN INJURY T

he brain is the control centre of the body – and it controls every single thing that we do, including our emotions, sensation, movement, and thinking.

The brain grows at a rate of 250,000 cells per second in a foetus, and is fully grown by the time a person is 15 years old.

By this stage, the brain weighs about 1.5 kilograms, and is the texture of half set jelly.

Every day, 90 New Zealanders sustain a brain injury.

Brain injuries are more common than you think, and can happen to anyone at any time.

Rotorua Community Health Hub 1172 Haupapa St • Ph: 350 1251 Email: liaison.rotorua@brain–injury.org.nz This advert is kindly sponsored by Lakeland Disabilities Support Trust

Sudden knocks to the head through falls, sporting injuries and car crashes can all result in a brain injury. In fact, if you have ever suffered a concussion, no matter how mild, then you have sustained a brain injury.

For Further information phone us today.

ST CHADS S

St Chads supports people with disabilities to develop life skills and interests by providing an individualised programme of activities and opportunities.

P: 07 347 8515 www.stchads.co.nz E: info@stchads.co.nz This advert is kindly sponsored

by Lakeland Disabilities Support Trust

t Chads offers both centre and community based programmes to develop and maintain life skills. The key areas which we base our programmes are: daily living skills; education and learning; communication; vocational and work experience; recreation and leisure; socialisation; exercise and fitness. St Chads runs its programmes between 9-3pm each day Monday-Friday. St Chads provides a programme which promotes the development of new and existing life skills, both at the Life Skills Hub and out in the Rotorua Community. The programme is delivered through four core areas; Arts, Health and Wellbeing, Our Environment and Community Participation.

Each area shares a common objective in ensuring all activities are accessible, fun and promote the opportunity to develop new interests and skills whilst promoting independence. St Chads also has a dedicated team of volunteers who assist us with a variety of activities and welcomes anyone wanting to donate their time to the organisation by becoming a volunteers.

For more information please contact the Centre Manager James Leigh.

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Phone 07 346 3912 or 0800 EPILEPSY

Email: rotorua.easternbop@epilepsy.org.nz

Epilepsy NZ offers education, information, advocacy and support to people affected by epilepsy.

This may include home visits or education sessions to schools, health & social services, work places etc.

Epilepsy is easier to live with when you understand it.

Covering Lakes District and Eastern BOP.

Marjo may be contacted on 027 408 1201 or 07 346 3912 Email: lakes.ebop@epilepsy.org.nz This advert is kindly supported by Lakeland Disabilities Support Trust B HA OOK IR F A1 OL 5-M LIC INU LE SCATE N

FIND OUT ABOUT: Vitamins Minerals Toxic metals EMF & ELF Sensitivities Food additives Amino acids Antioxidants Omega 3, 6 & 9s Virus & post virus Fungus Bacteria Chemicals Radiation

PHONE NOW OR GO IN-STORE TO BOOK! @Health2000Group

HEALTH 2000 ROTORUA 1211 Tutanekai Street, Rotorua P. (07) 347 0234

E. h2000rotorua@gmail.com

We care about your Support and Well Being during your journey with cancer.

We are a voluntary team and Our aim is to extend support by:

Cancer Support Services ces

1. Guidance, Counselling, Emotional Support 2. Understanding treatments and side effects 3. Supporting your family/whanau members 4. Lending a helping hand 5. Providing you with different cancer information

1318 Pukuatua Street Ph 07 349 3118 Monday to Friday 10am to 3pm

UNDERSTANDING EPILEPSY W

ould you know what to do if someone has a seizure? Would you know how to recognize different seizure types?

Epilepsy is a specialized field; most people are familiar with what we call the tonic-clonic seizures, whereby the person is unconscious, falls to the ground and the body shakes, however, there are a lot of other seizure types. There is a huge diversity of symptoms; in fact any bodily function can be distorted in an epileptic seizure. This phenomenon is not widely understood. Once people have a better understanding, the stigma and fear surrounding epilepsy often disappears. People become more comfortable and confident to be with someone who has epilepsy.

Various aspects such as employment situation, effects on relationships, education, medication, lifestyle changes etc. need to be taken in consideration.

HEALTH CHECK One way to find out is to have hair follicle scanning.

Hair follicles keep a longer record of what passes through the body than blood or urine sampling. Cell Wellbeing scanning is now used to assess the influence of our environment on us.

In just 15 minutes, from four strands of hair, digital scanners generate a personalised comprehensive indicator report, presented with easy-to-understand pie charts and tables.

Health 2000 staff then discuss the results to help the person gain a good understanding of ways to address imbalances.

The report shows the person’s environmental influence in relation to minerals and vitamins, amino acids, omegas 3, 6 and 9, antioxidants, , viruses, mould and spores, fungi and bacteria, parasites, toxic metals, radiation, chemicals, EMF and ELFs. Call us today to arrange an appointment Rotorua Health 2000+ 1211 Tutanekai Street, Rotorua, Phone 07 347 0234

AROHA MAI I

’m passionate and committed to Aroha Mai and the Te Arawa people. Being a part of a team that has a calling for giving back to their community by offering a support service to patients and their family on their cancer journey.

We are here to help and listen – our friendly team is dedicated to assist where possible.

I love working with a team that is so passionate about what they do. The tea is always brewing and the door is always open, so come in – we are here to listen and support you, no matter where you or your loved one is in your journey.

My job entails all office support, training new volunteers, projects and reports – ensuring that the paperwork is done in order for our team to be there for you.

The most rewarding part of my role is to make a difference in a person’s life.

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RAPHS Programs and Services As a local Primary Health Organisation, RAPHS is committed to ensuring good health in the Rotorua district. Some of the services that RAPHS provide to assist in this include:

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By making your health a priority, you create awareness and inspire your family, friends and those around you to think about their own wellbeing – helping them to make positive choices alongside you.

You may not go to the doctor unless something is wrong but it pays to touch base with your GP and/or practice nurse at regular intervals. Regular screening ensures early detection for any ailments that can easily go undetected.

Which tests and screenings you need depends on your age, health and family history, as well as lifestyle choices such as what you eat, how active you are and whether you smoke.

• Heart and diabetes checks

To make the most of your check-up before you go:

• Living well with diabetes

• Review your family history

• Immunisation

• Are you due for any general screenings or vaccinations?

• Women’s and men’s health

• Write a list of questions to take with you

• Better help for smokers to quit

To contact your local GP and gain access to further health advice ad/or a health check, please see the information supplied by Rotorua Primary Health Services.

• Child health

Find your local GP WEST

Rotorua Medical Group – Fairy Springs 10/100 Fairy Springs Rd, Fairy Springs, Rotorua T: 07 347 0000

Surgery 10

59 Ranolf Street, Rotorua, T: 07 347 7537

Westbrook Surgery

316 Malfroy Road West, Rotorua, T: 07 347 6372

CENTRAL Eruera Medical Centre 1325A Eruera Street, Rotorua, T: 07 348 2799

Korowai Aroha Health Centre 1292 Hinemoa Street, Rotorua T: 07 348 8454

Hinemoa House Family Health Care

Western Heights Health Centre

1271 Hinemoa Street, Rotorua T: 07 348 3002

NORTH

Kuirau Medical Centre

1 Brookland Road, Rotorua, T: 07 347 0565

Ngongotaha Medical Centre

17 Taui Street, Ngongotaha, Rotorua T: 07 357 1030

EAST

The Owhata Surgery

553 Te Ngae, Rotorua, T: 07 345 9699

Te Ngae Medical Centre

Redwood Centre, 5 Tarawera Road, Rotorua T: 07 345 6627

19 Tarewa Road, Rotorua, T: 07 349 1995

Ngati Pikiao Health Services 1274 Fenton Street, Rotorua, T: 07 347 3195

Ranolf Medical Centre 59 Ranolf Street, T: 07 347 7537

Rotorua Medical Group – Central Health 1181 Amohia Street, Rotorua, T: 07 347 0000

RURAL

Three Lakes Clinic

Mangakino Health Service

1131 Pukaki Street, Rotorua, T: 07 346 1333

69 Rangatira Drive, Mangakino, 07 882 8299

Westend Medical

Murupara Medical Centre

227 Old Taupo Road, Rotorua T: 07 350 1193

27 Kowhai Avenue, Murupara, T: 07 366 5555

Health & Living is published bi-annually by The Rotorua Daily Post, 1143 Hinemoa Street, Rotorua For advertising enquiries please contect Janine Davy, ph (07) 343 6885 or email janine.davy@dailypost.co.nz