Resources for Whānau 

Here you can find some helpful resources on Rheumatic Fever and Rheumatic Heart Disease from trusted organisations. 

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A Sore Throat Can Lead To Rheumatic Fever & Heart Damage
00:30
Stop Sore Throats Hurting Hearts

A Sore Throat Can Lead To Rheumatic Fever & Heart Damage

A sore throat can lead to Rheumatic Fever and heart damage. If you are concerned about your child's sore throat call Healthline on 0800 611 116 or visit http://www.health.govt.nz/sorethroats
How rheumatic fever affects the heart
06:49
NZKidsHealth

How rheumatic fever affects the heart

An animated video showing how rheumatic fever affects the heart. Find out more at https://kidshealth.org.nz/rheumatic-fever.
How to protect your heart after rheumatic fever
06:50
NZKidsHealth

How to protect your heart after rheumatic fever

Animation showing how to protect your heart after rheumatic fever. Find out more at www.kidshealth.org.nz/rheumatic-fever
2017 Key tips for a warmer, drier home - English
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Stop Sore Throats Hurting Hearts

2017 Key tips for a warmer, drier home - English

Key tips for a warmer, drier home Created by New Zealand's Ministry of Health.
 

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