What's on your

Health TV screen this August

Health messaging and patient education videos playing in your waiting room this month.

This month's health focus

Key health messaging playing this month

The following topics are playing across Health TV screens in August. Your screens will show the primary topics unless your clinic has opted out in which case the alternative content shown below will display instead.

Primary Focus - Health Target

Influenza

Prompting eligible patients to check their free flu vaccine before winter peak arrives.

Primary Focus - Health Target

Child immunisations

Catch-up prompts for parents, supporting the national 95% coverage goal.

Alternative to influenza

CVD risk

Cardiovascular disease awareness and risk factor prompts for at-risk patient groups.

Alternative to CHILD IMMUNISATIONS

Smoking cessation

Stop smoking support resources and referral prompts for patients who smoke.

health education videos

Short, patient education videos playing regularly this month

These 1-4 minute educational videos are a valuable way to remind patients to ask the nurse or GP about health issues they may be facing or experiencing.

Respiratory & skin

Asthma

Patients learn what asthma is, what commonly triggers symptoms, and how to manage their condition with the right medication and an asthma action plan. Regular GP reviews are emphasised as essential to keeping asthma well controlled.

Cancer & screening

Bowel Cancer

Bowel cancer is one of the most common cancers, yet it is highly treatable when caught early. This video explains what bowel cancer is, the warning signs to look out for, and why talking to your GP promptly about any symptoms matters.

Respiratory & skin

Eczema

Causes and common triggers of eczema are covered alongside practical advice on managing flare-ups through skincare routines, moisturising, and avoiding irritants. Patients whose symptoms are persistent or affecting their quality of life are encouraged to see their GP.

Heart & cardiovascular

Heart Attack

Warning signs of a heart attack — including less obvious symptoms — are covered clearly, with a strong emphasis on calling 111 immediately. Patients are encouraged to know their personal risk factors and to understand that acting fast can be lifesaving.

Infectious disease

Influenza

Covering how influenza spreads and why it can be serious — particularly for vulnerable groups. Patients are encouraged to ask reception about vaccination and to see their GP early if symptoms develop.

Mental health & wellbeing

Loss & Grief

Discusses how people experience loss, the emotions that can accompany grief, and the importance of seeking support when needed. Compassionate, reassuring health information that promotes understanding, resilience and emotional wellbeing.

Infectious disease

Measles

Patients learn how measles spreads, why it can be serious, and how vaccination provides reliable protection. Checking immunisation records is encouraged, and patients are invited to speak with their GP if they are unsure whether they or their children are fully protected.

Mental health & wellbeing

Migraine

Highlighting the common causes, symptoms and triggers of migraines, along with practical ways to manage them and reduce their impact. Clear, reassuring health information to help patients better understand and respond to migraine symptoms.

Family health & safety

Nosebleeds

Patients are walked through the correct first aid technique for managing nosebleeds at home, along with the common causes behind them.

Family health & safety

Smoking Cessation

Patients learn about the health benefits of quitting smoking at any age and the support available in New Zealand. A conversation with their GP or nurse about a quit plan is encouraged.

Infectious disease

Strep Throat

Explaining the symptoms of streptococcal throat infection and why a proper diagnosis matters, this video emphasises the importance of completing a full course of antibiotics if prescribed.

Heart & cardiovascular

Stroke

Using the FAST acronym (Face, Arms, Speech, Time), patients learn to recognise the signs of stroke and understand why acting immediately is critical. Calling 111 without delay is emphasised as the action that most improves outcomes.

Diabetes & nutrition

Type 2 Diabetes

Risk factors and early signs of type 2 diabetes are covered alongside the lifestyle changes that can prevent or delay its onset. At-risk patients are encouraged to get a check with their GP, and available management options are explained.

Family health & safety

Warmer Drier Homes

Videos designed to educate patients on reducing dampness, mould, and cold-related illnesses in the home, helping support healthier families and preventative community healthcare.

Infectious disease

Whooping Cough

Covering how whooping cough spreads and why it can be dangerous for infants, this video emphasises the importance of vaccination — including booster doses for adults and vaccination during pregnancy. Patients are encouraged to check their immunisation status with their GP.

Family health & safety

Vision Loss

Explains the signs, causes and importance of recognising changes in vision early. This informative health content encourages regular eye checks and prompt attention to vision changes.

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lifestyle and entertainment videos

Keeping your waiting room calm and welcoming

Alongside our health content, your screens feature a curated mix of lifestyle and entertainment videos designed to make wait time feel shorter and your waiting room feel more welcoming.