Return Your Medical Gear | Christchurch News

Christchurch News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 18, 2026 · 1m

Canterbury hospitals are urgently asking locals to return hundreds of borrowed medical items like wheelchairs, crutches, and shower stools—equipment vital for home recovery that’s disappearing into garages instead of being reused. Health New Zealand’s “equipment amnesty” aims to reclaim lost gear so it can be cleaned and shared with others in need, as returns lag behind demand. Staff are spending valuable time tracking down missing items, so returning what you no longer need is a simple way to help patients—and they’ll even come to you if you’re stuck. Drop off gear at five locations…