The Taranaki strength and balance service aims to decrease the incidence and severity of falls in older adults by improving their strength and balance, increasing function and confidence and maintaining their long-term independence. 

Treatment of adults with acute heart failure that can be safely managed in the community.

Vaccination for people and whānau eligible for COVID-19 vaccination.

Treatment of patients with suspected DVT with a Wells Score of >= 2 or a positive D-dimer.

IV treatment for adults with moderate dehydration not responsive to oral fluids +/- antiemetic that can be safely managed in the community e.g. gastroenteritis, hyperemesis gravis, migraine.

Oral rehydration only for children (6months - 15yrs) with moderate dehydration or at risk of getting severely dehydrated due to gastroenteritis that can be managed safely in the community.

IV treatment for adults with moderate dehydration not responsive to oral fluids +/- antiemetic that can be safely managed in the community e.g. gastroenteritis, hyperemesis gravis, migraine.

Oral rehydration only for children (6months - 15yrs) with moderate dehydration or at risk of getting severely dehydrated due to gastroenteritis that can be managed safely in the community.

Treatment for patients with ENT conditions that can be safely managed in the community.

This service is designed to ensure low acuity presentations to Taranaki Base Hospital are actively redirected back to primary care.

The Service is intended to facilitate the care of terminally ill patients in their home or the practice environment by increasing access to primary care.

The extended care team is available to compliment the care you provide to your patients.