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2 NZ GREYPOWER MAGAZINE » MARCH 2017 “I don’t have a worry in the world” From the day we are born we want to be surrounded by people who care for us and support us. People who we can trust to be there in good times and bad. We just want to feel safe, and it’s no different when we get older. We are still fiercely independent, but we are quite happy to let someone else worry about maintaining the property, and keeping our garden looking beautiful. And we don’t want to be a burden on our family and friends. We also want to know there’s someone who’s ready and willing to help when you need a little more assistance, or if you need care. At Ryman we understand. Our team has been doing just that for over 30 years, and we’re as passionate today as the day we first started. Find out what makes a Ryman village so special, and why 30,000 New Zealanders have chosen to call a Ryman village their home. Why not pop in to your local Ryman village for a visit, to meet the people and see for yourself. There’s no better time to take charge and start planning your future. Request your free guide Phone Debbie today on 0800 000 290 or visit our website to discover more. www.rymanhealthcare.co.nz 6581
3 Easing access to medical cannabis a good move The Grey Power Federation has commended the Government for finally easing access to medical cannabis. Associate health Minister Peter Dunne recently announced that authority to approve applications for non-pharmaceutical grade medicinal cannabis will be held by Ministry of Health professionals rather than the minister. Grey Power Federation president Tom O’Connor said there has been a long campaign by several groups and individuals seeking a relaxation of the law around cannabis use. “Unfortunately the genuine needs of seriously ill people were clouded by a noisy group seeking the right to grow their own cannabis for recreational use and so called self-medication. “We had a bit of a stoush with them a few months ago when they jumped on the band wagon but we tossed them off again,” said Tom. In our discussions with Health Minister Jonathan Coleman and Associate Health Minister Peter Dunne both promised to give careful consideration to our request to make access for people in genuine need easier. Until now it could take several months for an application to be approved and then only fully tested products were considered. “We saw no justification in people suffering when help could be made available much faster and easier.” Tom said: “There is a world of difference between cannabis-based pharmaceuticals, fully tested or otherwise, and home grown cannabis for self-medication, which the federation did not support. “There is still some way to go in terms of making a greater range of products available and funded by Pharmac but this is a very good start which probably could have been made earlier if the recreational use lobby had not slowed the process,” he said. Tokaanu Lodge MoTeL Corner of State Highway 41 & Mangaroa Street, Tokaanu, Lake Taupo Tel: 07 386 8572 Fax: 07 386 8592 Email: tokaanulodge@farmside.co.nz Web: www.tokaanulodgemotel.co.nz Stay and relax in our hot mineral pools. Tokaanu, an historic settlement lying 5km to the north west of Turangi which is at the southern end of Lake Taupo. An ideal base for those seeking to access the volcanic Tongariro National Park. Special rate of $325.00 for 5 night stay from Sunday to Thursday inclusive for two persons. Does not include weekends, public holidays or school holidays. There will be no servicing of the unit. Must show Grey Power or Gold Card Membership card on arrival. Peter Dunne Jonathan Coleman Urinary Tract Health Free Delivery Ph 0800-777377 XTR-Cranberry 100,000 100% New Zealand owned and operated The cells lining the urinary tract are coated with mucous which prevents bacteria from adhering to the urinary tract wall. Gold Health XTR-Cranberry 100,000 can also help discourage bacteria from adhering to the walls of the urinary tract and colonising there as it has a high potency extract from premium North American cranberries, standardized to the active component proanthocyanidins (PACs) ensuring a consistent, quality product. CONTRAINDICATIONS: If symptoms persist see your healthcare professional. Blood in urine requires immediate attention. Do not use if you have kidney disease. Do not use with warfarin or other blood thinning medication without consulting your doctor. Do not use if you have a history of oxalate kidney stones without consulting your doctor. Only use under supervision of a health professional if pregnant or breastfeeding. To order call 0800-777377 Free delivery nationwide. Free post envelope included for return payment or by credit card at time of ordering. 60 Capsules $34 2 Containers $63 (High Potency 100,000 mg Cranberry 120 Capsules $63) Caution: Always read the label and use as directed. Supplements are supplementary to and not a replacement for a balanced diet. See your healthcare professional if symptoms persist. FREE DELIVERY: All prices are for Super Annuitants only (aged 65 years and over) Free ph: 0800-777377 or visit www.goldhealth.co.nz Gold Health, P.O.Box 35197, Browns Bay, Auckland TAPS PP9243
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