Healthify Healthy Tips - February 2026

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Can you answer these health questions?

We’ve just launched Healthify quizzes, a new way toexplore health topics and test your knowledge. Our quizzes are based on trusted Healthify information and cover a wide range of everyday health topics. They’requick to complete and designed to help you learn as you go. Put your knowledge to the test!

Getting you back to what matters, sooner

When an injury like a sprain or strain happens, it can feel like everything’s on pause. Staying active, connected and recovering at work can help you get back to what matters sooner. Find out more about active recovery after injury here

What is telehealth?

Telehealth, sometimes called virtual healthcare or an e-consultation, is a way to have an appointment with your doctor, nurse, psychologist or other healthcare provider without being in the same place. Our Telehealth page answers common questions to help you feel more prepared for an appointment.  View the common questions here

Dementia and driving

Driving is closely linked to independence, so it can be hard to talk about when dementia is involved. Changes in memory, judgement and reaction time can affect driving safety, often gradually. Our page explains how dementia can impact driving, when it might be time to have a conversation and what support is available for people with dementia and their whānau. Learn more about driving and dementia here

Too much sun? Here’s what helps

Sunburn can catch whānau out, especially in summer. This short video walks through what helps and when to get advice, so you can care for sunburn safely and confidently. Click to watch

Strain or sprain? Try PEACE & LOVE

A sprain or strain can be  painful, but the first few days matter for recovery. Our guide explains the  PEACE and LOVE approach, a simple way to remember what to do in the first 72  hours (PEACE) and in the days and weeks after (LOVE).

Read the PEACE & LOVE guide here

Understanding Medicine

Managing changes to ADHD

Changes to ADHD medicines can feel unsettling, especially when routines  matter. Our guide explains why changes sometimes happen, what they can mean  for you or your child and where to find support if you have questions or  concerns. Learn more about managing changes to ADHD  medicines

12 month prescriptions

From 1  February 2026, some medicines may be prescribed for up to 12 months, making  it easier and more affordable for people with long-term health conditions to get the medicines they need. Your prescriber will decide what’s safe and  appropriate, and you’ll still collect a maximum of 3 months’ supply at a time  from your pharmacy. Learn more about 12 month prescriptions here

Digital Health

Using apps to manage symptoms

Living  with restless legs syndrome or nerve pain can affect sleep, energy and  day-to-day comfort. Managing symptoms often takes more than one approach, and  some people find apps helpful alongside other care. There are apps that focus  on tracking symptoms, noticing patterns, supporting better sleep or offering  simple self-management tools. Explore apps for restless legs or neuropathy

Ask our experts

You asked, we answered!

Our Ask Our  Experts series shares answers from trusted health professionals on the topics  that matter most to you.

This month, Dr  Emma breaks down everything you need to know about roadside drug testing and  ADHD medication.

Got a burning  question? Keep an eye on our website for chances to submit yours. It might be  featured next. Get the  answer here

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Haumanu Hauora

We’re excited to be collaborating with Haumanu Hauora, a Māori and Pasifika health professional student-led initiative delivering evidence-based, culturally grounded health education. This partnership brings their practical, easy-to-understand videos alongside Healthify’s tools and resources, helping people feel informed, confident and supported. Catch  up with Haumanu Hauora here

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