Pukekohe Family Health Care

04/08/2026

🚨 Just when we thought we'd had enough of the dreaded scabies... Influenza A has decided to join the party.

We always like to keep our community in the know about what's happening locally, and over the last couple of days we've seen a noticeable increase in Influenza A cases in our clinic. It's quickly catching up with the dreaded scabies as one of the most common conditions we're diagnosing.

If your child suddenly develops:
🤒 A high fever
🥶 Chills
😴 Extreme tiredness
🤕 Headaches and body aches
🤧 Cough or sore throat
..it could be the flu rather than just a common cold.

💊 The good news? You can purchase a Rapid Influenza A & B Test from most pharmacies. They give you a result in around 15 minutes, so you'll know what you're dealing with quickly.

💙 Most people with Influenza A do not need antibiotics, as it is caused by a virus. Treatment is usually:
✔️ Plenty of rest
✔️ Lots of fluids
✔️ Pamol or ibuprofen (if appropriate) to help with fever and aches

🏥 Most people also don't need to be seen by a doctor. However, please seek medical advice if you or your child:
• Is struggling to drink enough fluids.
• Has difficulty breathing or is breathing faster than usual.
• Is unusually sleepy, difficult to wake, or you're concerned they're getting worse.

Let's all do our part to help slow the spread:
🧼 Wash hands regularly.
🤧 Cover coughs and sneezes.
🏠 Stay home until you're feeling better.

We know it's not the news anyone wants to hear, but a little awareness now can help keep our whānau and community healthy. 💙

04/08/2026

Has your child's classroom started looking a little emptier lately?

We're hearing from local families that winter bugs are making the rounds, and we're seeing an increase in children testing positive for Influenza A.

Influenza isn't just a bad cold—it can come on suddenly and leave children (and adults) feeling very unwell.

🤧 Common symptoms include:
🌡️ High fever
🥶 Chills
😩 Extreme tiredness
🤕 Headache
💪 Muscle aches
😷 Cough
🤧 Sore throat
👃 Runny or blocked nose

🧪 Did you know?
Rapid Influenza A & B test kits are available from many pharmacies for around $10. They can provide results in approximately 15 minutes, helping you determine whether influenza may be the cause of your symptoms.

https://healthify.nz/health-a-z/c/cold-the-flu-or-covid-19

03/08/2026

Has your child's school been hit by the winter bugs? 🤧

We're hearing from many local families that there are a lot of children off sick at the moment.

With winter illnesses and rising power bills, looking after your family's health can feel like a balancing act.

Let's help each other out!

👇 Share your best budget-friendly tip for keeping your home warm this winter.

(If you want the soup recipe pictured one of our staff made, comment SOUP)
Chef note: if you dont have all the herbs she just used her rosemary from her garden and dried herbs which are cheaper :-)

30/07/2026

Heads up, parents — we're seeing a lot of scabies through the clinic at the moment.

It's going around Pukekohe and Franklin right now, so wanted to flag what to look out for:

• Itching that's often worse at night

• Small red bumps or blisters

• Fine grey lines on the skin (these are the burrows)

• Usually shows up on hands, wrists, between fingers, or around the waistline

It spreads easily with close contact — school, daycare, sleepovers, sharing beds or towels — so it's really common for more than one person in a house to catch it.

A few things that help:

• See your GP rather than waiting it out, it won't clear up on its own

• The whole household often needs treating at the same time, even if only one person has symptoms — that's what stops it bouncing straight back

• Wash bedding, towels and clothing in hot water on treatment day

It's really common and nothing to be embarrassed about — just easier to sort quickly than let it do the rounds through the whole family (or the whole class).

If you're not sure, give us a call or book online and we'll take a look. 💙

30/07/2026

Not every winter bug is created equal. 🤧

A cold is annoying but manageable. The flu can flatten you for a week. RSV is a different story — especially for babies, young kids, and older adults, where it can hit the lungs hard and turn serious fast.

Signs it might be more than "just a cold":

Fever that isn't improving
Fast or laboured breathing
Wheezing or a persistent cough
Not feeding or drinking normally (little ones)
Extreme tiredness or trouble waking

If you're not sure which one you're dealing with, or if things aren't improving, don't wait it out — get it checked.

📞 Book online or give us a call.

29/07/2026

Heads up, parents — we're seeing a lot of scabies through the clinic at the moment.

It's going around Pukekohe and Franklin right now, so wanted to flag what to look out for:

Itching that's often worse at night
Small red bumps or blisters
Fine grey lines on the skin (these are the burrows)
Usually shows up on hands, wrists, between fingers, or around the waistline

It spreads easily with close contact — school, daycare, sleepovers, sharing beds or towels — so it's really common for more than one person in a house to catch it.

A few things that help:

See your GP rather than waiting it out, it won't clear up on its own
The whole household often needs treating at the same time, even if only one person has symptoms — that's what stops it bouncing straight back
Wash bedding, towels and clothing in hot water on treatment day

It's really common and nothing to be embarrassed about — just easier to sort quickly than let it do the rounds through the whole family (or the whole class).

If you're not sure, give us a call or book online and we'll take a look. 💙

Scabies (waihakihaki) is a contagious skin condition causing a very itchy rash. It's caused by an allergic reaction to a tiny burrowing mite. Learn about how to treat yourself and your household.

23/07/2026

Due to staff illness, we are experiencing significant staffing shortages today.

Unfortunately, we have no appointments available today and are unable to accommodate walk-in patients.

We sincerely apologise for the inconvenience and appreciate your patience and understanding while our team does their very best to care for those already booked.

Thank you for your support. 💙

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20/07/2026

Little Feet Clinic is here all winter for the coughs, colds, and "should we be worried?" moments.

Little Feet is our dedicated clinic just for Tamariki (0 months–14 years) who need to be seen quickly — run by highly experienced Nurse Practitioners with serious paediatric experience, including former Starship and Kidz First emergency staff.

Book online the night before — see us the next day.

Children's clinic Auckland appointments available at our Little Feet Clinic for children aged 0 months to 14 years. Dedicated nurse and GP care for sick children and child health concerns.

02/07/2026

School holidays don't take sick days.
Little Feet Clinic is open throughout the holidays.
Book online or give us a call.