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Whānau Stories

Hear from whānau who have lived with Rheumatic Fever and Rheumatic Heart Disease.

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Rheumatic Fever: A Child's Perspective

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Rheumatic Fever: A Child's Perspective

A sore throat can lead to Rheumatic Fever, which can lead to heart damage. See what it's like to be diagnosed with Rheumatic Fever from a child's perspective

Rheumatic Fever: A Parent's Perspective

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Rheumatic Fever: A Parent's Perspective

A sore throat can lead to Rheumatic Fever, which can lead to heart damage. See a parent's perspective.

Rheumatic Fever - A Father's Story

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Rheumatic Fever - A Father's Story

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

Rheumatic Fever - A Mother's Story

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Rheumatic Fever - A Mother's Story

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

The Katoa Twins & Their Rheumatic Fever Story

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The Katoa Twins & Their Rheumatic Fever Story

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

Whanau stories

The above resources have been provided by the New Zealand Health Promotion Agency.

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