Where to go for help

What to do in an emergency. Where to get everyday medical advice. Where to get help for a mental health crisis and find ongoing support.

Emergencies

If a friend or family member needs urgent medical attention, phone 111 for an ambulance.

Call Healthline for free health advice from registered nurses, 24 hours a day. Phone 0800 611 116.

New Zealand National Poisons Centre can answer questions about poisons, 24 hours a day. Phone 0800 764 766.

Everyday medical advice

Call Healthline for free health advice from registered nurses, 24 hours a day. Phone 0800 611 116.

Plunketline gives advice on parenting issues and your child’s health and wellbeing, 24 hours a day. Phone 0800 933 922.

For information about your health visit Te Whatu Ora Health Information and Services.

Mental health help

For urgent mental health advice, phone:

For a list of organisations to help you, see Mental health services

Back to top