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Māori Health Authority Disestablished
Wednesday, 28 February 2024, 5:40 pm | Minister of Health
Legislation to disestablish the Māori Health Authority, as moved in Parliament today, heralds the start of a new vision for Māori health, Health Minister Dr Shane Reti says. “My dream for the health system isn't about bureaucratic structures ... More >>
Flu Vaccine Available To 1.7 Million New Zealanders In 2024
Wednesday, 28 February 2024, 5:20 pm | PHARMAC
Pharmac – Te Pātaka Whaioranga has confirmed who will be able to get the funded influenza (flu) vaccine from 2 April 2024, with around one million people eligible to get it for free. “The flu vaccine is free for those who are most vulnerable ... More >>
New Study Reveals The Extent Of Alcohol’s Harm To Those Other Than The Drinker
Wednesday, 28 February 2024, 10:41 am | Massey University
A new study from Te Kunenga ki Pūrehuroa Massey University has addressed a gap in understanding around the full scope of alcohol-related harm. The recently published research explores the impact of alcohol consumption on people beyond the drinker ... More >>
Shameful Repeal Of Smokefree Law Will Result In More Tobacco Harm, Deaths
Tuesday, 27 February 2024, 6:41 pm | Health Coalition Aotearoa
The Government's shameful repeal of the Smokefree Environments and Regulated Products (Smoked Tobacco) Amendment Act 2022 will condemn thousands of Kiwis to prolonged tobacco addiction, harm and preventable death. "The tobacco industry will be ... More >>
Government’s Te Aka Whai Ora Urgency Move A Travesty Of Democracy
Tuesday, 27 February 2024, 5:59 pm | PSA
The Government’s decision to ram legislation abolishing Te Aka Whai Ora, the Māori Health Authority, through the House under urgency is a travesty of democracy and an insult to te Tiriti o Waitangi. PSA Te Kaihautū Māori Janice Panoho says the ... More >>
$82 Million Health Programme Set To Help Address NZ’s Obesity Epidemic
Tuesday, 27 February 2024, 3:39 pm | 28 By Sam Wood
The nationwide launch of a multi-million dollar health programme is set to help address growing rates of obesity throughout New Zealand. According to latest data from the Ministry of Health, New Zealand has the third highest adult obesity rate ... More >>
Wellington Hospitals Foundation Appoints New Chief Executive
Tuesday, 27 February 2024, 11:17 am | Wellington Hospitals Foundation
Bill Day, Executive Chair of Wellington Hospitals Foundation, today announced the appointment of Guy Ryan as the Foundation's new Chief Executive. <img src="https://img.scoop.co.nz/stories/images/2402/209f370084036d13871c.jpeg" width="540" height="720"> “My trustees and I are delighted ... More >>
South Seas Healthcare Partner As A Site With Aotearoa Clinical Trials.
Tuesday, 27 February 2024, 11:00 am | South Seas Healthcare Trust - SSHT
Aotearoa Clinical Trials (ACTT) is pleased to announce a partnership between Aotearoa Clinical Trials and South Seas Healthcare (SSH) for a new clinical trial site to increase access to novel therapies to SSH patients. Aotearoa Clinical Trials (ACTT), ... More >>
15th Annual Movin’March Kicks Into Gear
Tuesday, 27 February 2024, 10:53 am | Greater Wellington Regional Council
It’s nearly time for whānau across the region to buckle their helmets, tie those laces and get moving for the 15th annual Māehe Manawa Ora Movin’March – an initiative encouraging tamariki in years 0-8 to walk, wheel, or bus to and from school for the ... More >>
"Your Lungs Aren't Good Enough"
Tuesday, 27 February 2024, 9:22 am | Asthma and Respiratory Foundation of New Zealand
"Your lungs aren’t good enough" - that’s what former Firebird cricketer Josh Brodie’s doctor told him after he shared his childhood dream of wanting to be a top sportsman. Brodie struggled with asthma as a kid, often waking in the middle ... More >>
OraTaiao Opposes The Scrapping Of Te Aka Whai Ora And Urges Delay Of Enabling Legislation
Monday, 26 February 2024, 6:59 pm | OraTaiao
OraTaiao is appalled by Government plans to introduce legislation abolishing Te Aka Whai Ora ahead of an urgent Waitangi Tribunal hearing on the matter on Thursday. “In order to address the many health inequities and health system disparities experienced ... More >>
Care Home And Nurse Practitioner Breach Code For Failures In Wound Management Of Elderly Woman
Monday, 26 February 2024, 1:52 pm | Office of the Health and Disability Commissioner
The Deputy Health and Disability Commissioner has found Bupa Care Services, and a nurse practitioner (NP), breached the Code of Health and Disability Services Consumers’ Rights (the Code) for failures in their management of an elderly woman’s wounds. ... More >>
Pharmacy Breached Code For Dispensing Error
Monday, 26 February 2024, 1:50 pm | Office of the Health and Disability Commissioner
The Health and Disability Commissioner has found a pharmacy breached the Code of Health and Disabililty Services Consumers’ Rights (the Code) for a dispensing error which saw a four-year-old boy admitted to hospital. The boy had been prescribed liquid ... More >>
Shortcomings In Hospital-level Care By Aged Care Provider
Monday, 26 February 2024, 1:48 pm | Office of the Health and Disability Commissioner
Aged Care Commissioner Carolyn Cooper has released a report today finding Calvary Hospital Southland Limited (Calvary) breached the Code of Health and Disability Services Consumers’ Rights for hospital-level care provided to a resident. The female resident ... More >>
Southern Touch To Nurse Programme
Monday, 26 February 2024, 1:46 pm | WellSouth
The South’s first nurse prescriber programme is celebrating its two-year milestone with 50 graduates and no signs of slowing down. Te Waipounamu Registered Nurse Prescribing in Community Health programme was developed and is delivered by ... More >>
Use It Or Lose It – Simple Advice From NZ Memory And Brain Health Experts Ahead Of Brain Awareness Month In March
Monday, 26 February 2024, 12:57 pm | Brainfit
March is Brain Awareness month, so it is a perfect time to stop and think about what you are doing to look after your memory and all-round brain health. Most of us have seen first-hand the devastating effects of age and disease on the brain and ... More >>
Researchers Shed Light On Vaccine Decisions
Monday, 26 February 2024, 9:50 am | University of Auckland
Research on vaccine hesitancy find the number one fact people want to know is risk of serious adverse effects. Research into vaccine hesitancy finds people’s biggest concern is severe adverse effects, followed by how effective a vaccine is and how ... More >>
Centre For Brain Research And Ngāpuhi Launch Unique Mate Wareware Initiative In Northland
Friday, 23 February 2024, 5:37 pm | University of Auckland
A way forward for aiding mate wareware, or dementia care, within Māori communities In collaboration with Te Hau Ora o Ngāpuhi and Waipapa Taumata Rau - University of Auckland’s Centre for Brain Research (CBR), a first-of-its-kind initiative aimed ... More >>
ProCare Calls On Te Whatu Ora To Increase Access To HPV Screening For Wāhine
Friday, 23 February 2024, 11:06 am | ProCare Health
Leading healthcare provider, ProCare, has called on Te Whatu Ora | Health New Zealand to provide increased access to HPV screening for women across Aotearoa by allowing Registered Nurses (RNs) who haven’t completed the cervical sample taker training ... More >>
Plain English Allergen Labelling Good News For Consumers
Friday, 23 February 2024, 9:44 am | NZ Food Safety
New requirements to make it easier for people to find information about common allergies on food labels come into effect on Sunday. New Zealand Food Safety (NZFS) deputy director-general Vincent Arbuckle says the changes are good news for people with ... More >>
Progress Made But National Collaborative Action Needed To Stabilize Oncology Workforces
Friday, 23 February 2024, 9:39 am | Office of the Health and Disability Commissioner
The Health and Disability Commissioner has acknowledged the progress made since the publication of her Commissioner Initiated Investigation (CII) into Southern Blood and Cancer Services (SBCS) in April 2023. In Morag McDowell’s addendum to the CII, ... More >>
International Experts Say Abandoning Denicotinised Cigarettes Will Cost Lives
Friday, 23 February 2024, 9:01 am | Public Health Communication Centre
International experts in nicotine addiction and tobacco regulation say abandoning denicotinised cigarettes in the repeal of the smokefree legislation in Aotearoa New Zealand will cost lives. In the latest Briefing from the Public Health Communication ... More >>
Aotearoa NZ Is On The Brink Of A Measles Epidemic: Urgent Action Needed
Friday, 23 February 2024, 8:56 am | Public Health Communication Centre
Aotearoa NZ is on the brink of a measles epidemic because of falling immunisation rates, immunity gaps, and an increasing risk of imported cases according to public health experts. In the latest Briefing from the Public Health Communication Centre, ... More >>
Revolutionising Endometriosis Treatment: Kiwi Innovator Develops Life-Changing App
Thursday, 22 February 2024, 7:44 pm | Endo45
Taranaki, New Zealand – In an empowering move for those battling endometriosis across the globe, Juliet Oliver, a distinguished engineer and the 2021 Young Energy Professional of the Year, is set to launch Endo45, a pioneering app designed to offer ... More >>
Sacking Of Whistleblower Over Costello’s Advice Shows System Lacks Transparency
Thursday, 22 February 2024, 7:16 pm | Health Coalition Aotearoa
The sacking of a Ministry of Health public servant over a leak to media is the result of a broken public policy system which fails to provide the transparency a democratic country should expect. RNZ today reported a public servant who leaked advice sought ... More >>
Ongoing Commitment To Reduce Health Inequities For Māori Supported With More HRC Funding
Thursday, 22 February 2024, 9:42 am | University of Waikato
22 February 2024: University of Waikato health researchers have scored additional funding to advance their commitment to reducing inequities in the treatment and care of Māori with Type-2 diabetes (T2D). The Health Research Council have awarded $1.4 ... More >>
Pathway For Return Of Pseudoephedrine To Pharmacies Welcomed
Tuesday, 20 February 2024, 7:22 pm | CHPNZ
The Consumer Healthcare Products Association of New Zealand (CHPNZ) has welcomed the release today of the pathway to bring the supply of the cold and flu medication pseudoephedrine back to pharmacies. The Associate Minister of Health, Hon David Seymour, ... More >>
Aotearoa Clinical Trials Becomes 1st Site In NZ To Achieve GCSA Certification & Silver Workforce Quality Accreditation
Tuesday, 20 February 2024, 6:59 pm | Aotearoa Clinical Trials
Certifications demonstrate Aotearoa Clinical Trials is working to the highest global best-practice standards, ratified by the industry Auckland, New Zealand and Maidenhead, United Kingdom, 20 February 2024 – Aotearoa Clinical Trials (ACTT) has undergone ... More >>
CAPHRA Highlights Flaws In Tobacco Control And Rise Of Black Market
Tuesday, 20 February 2024, 3:04 pm | CAPHRA
The Coalition of Asia Pacific Tobacco Harm Reduction Advocates (CAPHRA) today issued a stark warning about the unintended consequences of current tobacco control policies, including the alarming rise in the illicit tobacco trade and the ... More >>
Southern Cross Christchurch Hospital Theatre Upgrades Will Enable More Local Patient Capacity
Tuesday, 20 February 2024, 3:02 pm | Southern Cross Christchurch Hospital
More surgeries can now happen at Southern Cross Christchurch Hospital following the refurbishment of two of its operating theatres. The refurbishment is the first of a staged investment into a five-year plan to upgrade the hospital facilities with ... More >>
The Meningitis Foundation Urges University Students To Get Vaccinated This O-Week
Monday, 19 February 2024, 3:11 pm | Meningitis Foundation
As the first university semester of 2024 begins across the country, The Meningitis Foundation is urging students and parents to educate themselves on the risks associated with bacterial meningitis, and to get vaccinated as early as possible. The Institute ... More >>
Pharmacist Breaches Code For Failing To Check Correct Medication Dispensed
Monday, 19 February 2024, 2:03 pm | Office of the Health and Disability Commissioner
The Deputy Health and Disability Commissioner has found a pharmacist breached the Code of Health and Disability Services Consumers’ Rights for failing to check the correct medication was dispensed to a consumer. Rose Wall found the pharmacist had ... More >>
COVID-19 INQUIRY TO VISIT TE TAI TOKERAU NORTHLAND
Monday, 19 February 2024, 9:33 am | Covid-19 Inquiry
Better understanding the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the people of Te Tai Tokerau, and the role communities played in the pandemic response, will be the focus of a visit to the region this week, says COVID-19 Inquiry Chair Professor Tony Blakely. ... More >>
Nursing Student Survey Report Shows Training System Costing Us Nurses
Friday, 16 February 2024, 6:16 pm | New Zealand Nurses Organisation
The New Zealand Nurses Organisation Tōpūtanga Tapuhi Kaitiaki o Aotearoa (NZNO) has released a report on its 2023 Student Survey showing that nursing students face significant barriers to completing their studies, particularly around finances, stress ... More >>
Collective Effort Will Ensure The Auditor General’s Recommendations On Mental Health Support Hit The Mark
Friday, 16 February 2024, 1:44 pm | Mental Health and Wellbeing Commission
Recommendations in the Meeting the mental health needs of young New Zealanders report released today by the Auditor General show there is a long way to go to ensure every young person who needs support can access it. "We’ve got to do everything ... More >>
Co-ordinated Action Required To Meet Young People’s Mental Health Needs: Auditor-General
Thursday, 15 February 2024, 1:54 pm | Office of the Auditor-General
A more youth-focused, integrated, and coherent system of care is required to meet young people's mental health needs, says the Auditor-General in a new report . “Mental health concerns are the biggest health issue facing young New Zealanders today,” ... More >>
More Than 30,000 People To Benefit Under Pharmac Proposal
Thursday, 15 February 2024, 1:43 pm | PHARMAC
Pharmac – Te Pātaka Whaioranga is proposing to fund five treatments to improve the lives of over 30,000 people in New Zealand. The treatments are for gynaecological cancers, lung disease, HIV, a rare condition affecting blood vessels, and for people ... More >>
Response To Dr Reti's Update On Free Breast Screening
Thursday, 15 February 2024, 11:58 am | NZ Breast Cancer Foundation
In response to Dr Shane Reti’s announcement that the Government is progressing with its 100-day plan pledge to extend free breast cancer screening up to the age of 74, we’ve issued the following comment: Justine Smyth, chair of Breast Cancer ... More >>
Respiratory Health Warning Over Port Hills Fire
Thursday, 15 February 2024, 11:21 am | Asthma and Respiratory Foundation
Kiwis living with a respiratory condition near Port Hills in Christchurch are being urged to take precautions to protect themselves from exposure to the billowing smoke. The Asthma and Respiratory Foundation NZ is advising residents near the blaze - and ... More >>
The Paediatric Society Of NZ's President Says, "A Measles Outbreak In Aotearoa Is Only A Plane Ride Away"
Wednesday, 14 February 2024, 7:42 pm | Paediatric Society of New Zealand
The Paediatric Society of New Zealand (PSNZ) is issuing a critical warning about the high likelihood of a significant measles outbreak in Aotearoa this year, echoing concerns from leading public health experts. With international measles cases on ... More >>
Family Planning To Change Name After 85 Years
Wednesday, 14 February 2024, 11:45 am | Sexual Wellbeing Aotearoa
One of New Zealand’s most iconic organisations is celebrating Valentine’s Day with a makeover - and a name change! From 14 February, Family Planning will become Sexual Wellbeing Aotearoa - better reflecting the work it does and its ambition to ... More >>
Pharmac Refuses To Reconsider Eligibility Of New Breast Cancer Drug
Wednesday, 14 February 2024, 10:38 am | NZ Breast Cancer Foundation
Pharmac has just announced it will fund a new breast cancer treatment called ribociclib (brand name Kisqali) for Kiwis with a certain type of incurable breast cancer. This is the same class of medicine, called CDK4/6 inhibitor, as palbociclib (Ibrance), ... More >>
Pharmac Funds Treatments For Breast And Blood Cancer
Wednesday, 14 February 2024, 10:05 am | PHARMAC
Pharmac – Te Pātaka Whaioranga is funding two new cancer treatments, for advanced breast cancer, and for blood cancer, which will improve health outcomes for hundreds of New Zealanders. “These new medicines will provide more funded treatment options ... More >>
Hauora Taiwhenua Applauds Coalition Government’s Progress In Developing A Third New Zealand Medical School
Wednesday, 14 February 2024, 9:39 am | Hauora Taiwhenua Rural Health Network
Hauora Taiwhenua expresses its support for the Government’s signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the University of Waikato to establish a third medical school focussing on developing rural doctors. "We are pleased to witness this ... More >>
Smokefree Repeal Must Get Parliamentary Scrutiny
Tuesday, 13 February 2024, 9:57 am | Health Coalition Aotearoa
Today, Health Coalition Aotearoa (HCA), the Council of Medical Colleges in New Zealand (CMC), and Te Ohu Rata O Aotearoa - Māori Medical Practitioners Association are calling on the Government not to repeal the Smokefree Environments and Regulated ... More >>
CAPHRA Sounds The Alarm On WHO And FCTC's Disturbing Lack Of Transparency
Tuesday, 13 February 2024, 9:17 am | CAPHRA
In a recent and controversial move, the World Health Organization (WHO) and the Framework Convention on Tobacco Control (FCTC) have voted to exclude not only media and consumers but other interested parties whose livelihoods depend on decisions ... More >>
Fruit & Vegetable Trends For 2024: From United Fresh
Monday, 12 February 2024, 3:34 pm | United Fresh
United Fresh ( www.unitedfresh.co.nz ) has over 30 years of experience supporting and promoting the New Zealand fresh produce industry, working with the entire value chain, from seed producer and grower to consumer, providing leadership on pan-produce ... More >>
Failures In Care Provided By Mental Health Services
Monday, 12 February 2024, 1:58 pm | Office of the Health and Disability Commissioner
Deputy Health and Disability Commissioner Dr Vanessa Caldwell has today released a report finding Counties Manukau District Health Board (CMDHB) (now Te Whatu Ora Counties Manukau) and a Community Mental Health Service (CMHS) [1] breached the Code ... More >>
‘Zombie Arguments’ Are Being Used To Justify Repealing Smokefree
Monday, 12 February 2024, 7:36 am | Public Health Communication Centre
‘Zombie arguments’ that Aotearoa New Zealand’s smoke-free measures will boost illicit tobacco trade are false according to public health experts. In the latest Briefing from the Public Health Communication Centre, University of Auckland Professor ... More >>
Māori Health Researcher/Wai Claimant Blasts Government For Latest Response
Friday, 9 February 2024, 6:19 pm | Whare PR
WHANGANUI; Friday 9th Februrary, 2024: Leading health researcher Dr Amohia Boulton, says the government’s latest response to an urgent hearing with the Waitangi Tribunal to repeal the smokefree act, is appalling and shows disdain for Māori lives. Yesterday ... More >>
Pharmac To Fully Fund Testosterone Gel For All Who Need It
Thursday, 8 February 2024, 1:41 pm | PHARMAC
Pharmac – Te Pātaka Whaioranga is funding testosterone gel without restrictions as an additional testosterone treatment for anyone who needs it from 1 April 2024. “We understand there is a wide range of people who will benefit from having open ... More >>
Cancer Society Mounts New Campaign Reminding Government Of Smokefree Goal
Thursday, 8 February 2024, 1:06 pm | Cancer Society New Zealand
The Cancer Society of New Zealand has launched a new campaign to remind New Zealanders of our heroic Smokefree journey and commitment to our Smokefree goal. The campaign centres on a visual created by editorial cartoonist and illustrator Jeff Bell that ... More >>
Report Supports Changing Rules For Blood Donation
Thursday, 8 February 2024, 11:11 am | University of Auckland
A new report out of the University of Auckland offers evidence that supports allowing more gay, bisexual, takatāpui and other men who have sex with men to donate blood. Three times the current number of gay and bisexual men could donate blood if New ... More >>
Respiratory Risk High In Auckland And Tasman
Thursday, 8 February 2024, 10:54 am | Asthma and Respiratory Foundation of New Zealand
Kiwis living with a respiratory condition are being urged to take precautions to protect themselves from flare-ups caused by smoke exposure. The Asthma and Respiratory Foundation NZ is advising residents near blazes in Onehunga, Auckland and Lee Valley, ... More >>
10 Reasons to Spice Up Your New Year with Turmeric for Better Health
Wednesday, 7 February 2024, 4:11 pm | Golden Turmeric Limited
As we step into the New Year, it’s time to consider simple yet impactful changes for a healthier you. One such change involves adding turmeric to your diet. Beyond its delicious role in cooking, turmeric is a powerhouse of health benefits, thanks ... More >>
Pharmacists Could Play A Valuable Role In Boosting Childhood Vaccination Rates
Wednesday, 7 February 2024, 11:23 am | Pharmaceutical Society of New Zealand
Pharmacists could play a valuable role in boosting childhood vaccination rates and by being a “bridge” back to general practice. The Pharmaceutical Society of New Zealand (PSNZ) will take part in the consultation over plans to allow community pharmacists ... More >>
Medical Centre Breaches Code For Their Treatment Of A Man With Prostate Cancer
Monday, 5 February 2024, 1:45 pm | Office of the Health and Disability Commissioner
In a report released today, Aged Care Commissioner Carolyn Cooper found a medical centre breached the Code of Health and Disability Services Consumers’ Rights (the Code) for their care of a man with prostate cancer. The man was diagnosed with prostate ... More >>
Doctor Directs Unqualified Employee To Administer Botox
Monday, 5 February 2024, 1:43 pm | Office of the Health and Disability Commissioner
A doctor has breached the Code of Health and Disability Services Consumers’ Rights (the Code) for directing an unqualified employee to administer Botox to a woman who then suffered adverse reactions and for not ensuring that appropriate informed consent ... More >>
Stay Cool This Waitangi Day Cantabrians
Saturday, 3 February 2024, 2:40 pm | Te Whatu Ora Health New Zealand
Cantabrians away on a long weekend and celebrating Waitangi Day are being urged to keep cool and hydrated during the anticipated spell of soaring temperatures expected to sweep through the region. Hot weather is forecast for Monday 5 and Tuesday 6 February ... More >>
Māori Leaders Call For Urgent Intervention By The Waitangi Tribunal
Friday, 2 February 2024, 2:37 pm | Hapai Te Hauora
Māori tobacco control advocates remain resolute in their fight to create a smokefree Aotearoa and ensure flourishing health outcomes for all whānau in Aotearoa. On the 29th of January 2024, Rōpū Tupeka Kore claimants filed an urgent application to ... More >>
