What DHB is New Plymouth in?
Taranaki DHB
Taranaki DHB is based in New Plymouth, and covers an area including Stratford and Hawera, and out to the eastern hill country. It has a population of 124,380 people (2020/21 projection).
Which DHB is Gisborne in?
Tairāwhiti DHB
Tairāwhiti DHB is based in Gisborne, and covers an area from the East Cape in the north to the Wharerata ranges in the south. It has a population of 49,755 people (2020/21 projection).
Which is the biggest DHB in NZ?
About Waitemata DHB
- Waitemata District Health Board (DHB) serves the communities of Rodney, North Shore and Waitakere.
- With more than 630,000 people, it is the largest New Zealand DHB by population.
Can you visit hospital in Level 2?
You can continue to access all the treatments, vaccinations and medicines you need to stay well, whether or not the care you need relates to COVID-19. You will be referred to specialist care for further treatment as needed.
How many DHBs are in NZ?
20 district
New Zealand’s 20 district health boards (DHBs) have oversight of public health services. This map shows the boundaries of the DHBs and the location of the country’s public hospitals. More information can be found on the Ministry of Health’s boundaries page.
Who set up DHBs in NZ?
District health boards (DHBs) in New Zealand are organisations established by the New Zealand Public Health and Disability Act 2000 under the Fifth Labour Government, responsible for ensuring the provision of health and disability services to populations within a defined geographical area.
Can I still have surgery in lockdown?
Yes. It is important to contact the hospital so that further details can be taken. A decision can then be made based on the urgency of your planned procedure. Even though this may cause a delay in your surgery, in most cases it will be much safer to rule out coronavirus, than to go ahead when you may have it.