Choose the right care, each time.

Your healthcare options here in Marlborough

This section contains information about your healthcare choices in the Marlborough region, so that you can make the best choice for you and your whānau.

Knowing where to go for advice, treatment and support helps you get the care you need.

Browse your options below and find the right care for you
Choose the right care Step 1 - The number 1 sits above an icon of a medicine bottle, on a green arrow graphic shape – indicating pharmacy-level care.

  • Best for:
    Advice about minor health concerns, your prescriptions and over-the-counter medicines.
    Eg: coughs, colds, hay fever, sore throats, skin rashes, minor pain relief, medicine questions.

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Choose the right care Step 2 - The number 2 sits above an icon of a hand holding a smartphone displaying a medical cross, on a blue arrow graphic shape – indicating medical helpline level care.

  • Best for:
    Free 24/7 advice from registered nurses.
    Eg: for advice about symptoms, first aid, guidance on what to do next (eg see a doctor) and more.

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Choose the right care Step 3 - The number 3 sits above an icon of a building with the letters 'GP' – indicating general practice level care.

  • Best for:
    Ongoing health needs and non-urgent medical care.
    Eg: new health concerns, long-term conditions, repeat prescriptions, minor injuries, immunisation and check-ups.

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Choose the right care Step 4 - The number 4 sits above an icon of a person wearing glasses on a smartphone screen – indicating a video call with a GP.

  • Best for:
    When your GP (medical centre) is closed or you cannot go to your GP, and you need timely care.
    Accessible through your GP.
    9am-10pm weekdays
    8am-8pm weekends & public holidays

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Choose the right care Step 5 - The number 5 sits above an icon of a stethoscope, with a white cross symbol inside – indicating urgent care services.

  • Best for:
    Urgent care but not emergency care.
    Eg: Sudden illness, injuries, worsening of chronic conditions, infections and urgent prescriptions.
    Open 8am–8pm every day.

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Choose the right care Step 6 - The number 6 sits above an icon of an ambulance – indicating emergency medical services.

  • Best for:
    Serious or life-threatening emergencies.
    Eg: severe chest pain, breathing difficulty, major injury, heavy bleeding, stroke symptoms, unconsciousness.

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