Tairāwhiti, over 1000 of us have beaten Omicron!
There are 376 new cases today, with two people in hospital.
Thank you to the more than 500 households who are in isolation this week, doing their part to slow the spread and protect our vulnerable. Kia kaha whānau!
Isolating affects most people’s mental wellbeing in some way, especially when the weather is like this! It’s important we stay connected, keep active and eat healthy kai. Having a routine for the seven days can also help.
If you need someone to talk to, you can text or call a trained counsellor any time on 1737. If you know someone in isolation, please reach out and make sure they are doing OK.
There’s no shame in being positive for COVID-19 or asking for help. It’s important we keep on reporting our positive results so we can track Omicron, but also it helps us provide you with the support that you need. Our Takatu Hub team is working hard to support whānau in need across the rohe.
- If you are feeling unwell, have health conditions or you are getting worse, please contact your GP or Healthline on 0800 611 116.
- If you need isolation advice, call the COVID welfare line on 0800 512 337
- For welfare support, call MSD on 0800 559 009 and in any emergency call 111.
How do I report my or someone else’s positive RAT? https://bit.ly/34tCoz2
What do I do if I test positive? https://covid19.govt.nz/isolation.../if-you-have-covid-19/
Where can I get support? https://covid19.health.nz/advice/help-available
Where to get your booster: https://bit.ly/3o38iZP
Where to get tested: https://bit.ly/3Brsyd8
Have a plan: www.covid19.govt.nz/be-prepared