All ages

A diagnosis of mitochondrial disease can, understandably, be devastating. It's normal to have many questions and emotions. This page gives information and support for people in New Zealand affected by 'mito', and their whānau (family) and friends.

Tube feeding delivers liquid feed through the nose using a nasal tube or directly into the stomach with a gastrostomy tube. Tube feeding helps tamariki (children) who are not able to eat or drink enough by mouth. It helps them get enough nutrition to grow.

Find out what signs of vision or eye problems to watch for in tamariki (children).

G6PD deficiency can cause jaundice at any age, including in newborn pēpi (babies).

Information about the use of methylphenidate (such as Ritalin) for ADHD. Treatment with medicines is part of a comprehensive treatment programme for ADHD that includes behavioural therapy.

Basic dental care is free in New Zealand for tamariki (children) from birth until they turn 18. Enrol your child as early as possible and keep taking them for regular dental check-ups.

Intussusception is a rare condition where one part of the bowel slides in on itself. This causes a blockage in the bowel.

When your child has a general anaesthetic, an anaesthetist will give them medicine to make them unaware and unconscious. You have an important role in preparing your child for their anaesthetic so that their experience is as positive as possible.

Information about the use of omeprazole for reflux (gastro-oesophageal reflux disease or GORD).

Information for parents and carers about the use of sodium picosulfate for constipation in children.

Information for parents and caregivers about the use of macrogol for constipation in children.

Information for parents and carers about the use of lactulose for constipation in children.

When you take a temperature, you are trying to measure how hot your child is inside their body. This is called their 'core temperature'.

Which thermometer you use, and how you use it, depends on the age of your child. There are many types of thermometers available.

Information for parents and carers about the use of senna for constipation in children.

Information about the use of oral carbamazepine to prevent epileptic seizures.