• 24 Hour Surgery Information

    In a medical emergency, call 111

    Call 24 Hour Surgery

    Call: 03 365 7777

    How to get there
    We are located at 401 Madras Street, Christchurch Central.

    Parking
    You can enter our carpark from Madras Street; turn left just before the lights on Bealey Avenue. We have a drop off area at the front entrance for patients who may require this.

    Public Transport
    You can plan your bus trip from the Journey Planner on the Metro website.

    Accessibility
    We have wheelchair parking and an accessibility ramp. Wheelchairs are available if you need them. We also have an interpreter service available.

  • Unsure where to go?

    In a medical emergency, call 111
    • Want 24/7 health advice?

      Call your GP or Healthline to talk to a health professional 24/7 and they will point you in the right direction.

    • Need a GP appointment

      Call your GP, find a GP or visit Practice Plus for a virtual appointment

    • Should I visit the 24 Hour Surgery?

      Call your GP or Healthline to talk to a health professional 24/7 and they will point you in the right direction.

Health Literacy: A community survey of Pacific peoples in Canterbury - Esala Vakamacawai

Last Updated: 03 February 2025

Introduction

Health literacy means being able to access, understand, appraise, and use information and services in ways that promote and maintain good health and well-being. It is more than being able to access websites, read pamphlets, and follow prescribed health-seeking behaviours. It includes the ability to think critically and make informed health decisions.

Doctors have an oath to serve patients to the best of their ability and provide information that promotes good health. Many factors, primarily patient and clinical factors, affect the clarity of communication.

This survey explores the narrative of Pacific patients in Canterbury and their understanding of doctors at the clinic. It uses talanoa (discussion), a Pacific qualitative research pedagogy, to explore patients' perspectives on challenges they encounter when talking to their doctors.

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