Life stages

This section contains information on health during specific life stages, as listed below.

In this section

  • Good child health is important not only for children and families now, but also for good health later in adulthood. This section provides information for child health service providers to help support their care of children/tamariki. Read more
  • This section includes information about maternity services in New Zealand, breastfeeding, and the recommended tablet for pregnant or breastfeeding women. Read more
  • Information for older people, policy makers, service funders, planners and providers. Read more
  • An introduction to palliative care, including the New Zealand Palliative Care Strategy and the Palliative Care Advisory Group. Read more