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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 >>
New Appointees To Hospice EBOP Welcomed
Friday, 2 February 2024, 11:26 am | Hospice Eastern Bay of Plenty
Waiata has filled the offices of Rau Ora, Hospice Eastern Bay of Plenty (Hospice EBOP) in Whakatāne, as the team welcomes its newest appointments. <img src="https://img.scoop.co.nz/stories/images/2402/6c634835b9ddeba15a8a.jpeg" width="720" height="540"> Back (L-R): Sean Cardinal, Bryce ... More >>
CAPHRA Slams Who's Tobacco Control: Demands Inclusive Evidence-based Approach
Friday, 2 February 2024, 10:28 am | CAPHRA
The Coalition of Asia Pacific Tobacco Harm Reduction Advocates (CAPHRA) is calling for a significant shift in the global approach to tobacco control, criticising the World Health Organisation's Framework Convention on Tobacco Control (WHO FCTC) for ... More >>
Experts Discuss Educational Gaps Regarding Treatment Of Menopause Symptoms
Thursday, 1 February 2024, 6:09 pm | MyMT
Dr. Wendy Sweet (PhD), a renowned New Zealand Menopause and Lifestyle Practitioner, has been diligently listening to the experiences of midlife and older women for almost a decade. Through her extensive understanding of their health challenges during menopause, ... More >>
State-of-the-art Plasma Machines Improve Donor Experience
Thursday, 1 February 2024, 1:50 pm | New Zealand Blood Service
Plasma donors are starting to benefit from an upgraded donation experience, as New Zealand Blood Service (NZBS) rolls out its new Aurora plasma donation machines across Aotearoa. <img src="https://img.scoop.co.nz/stories/images/2402/5836792cb372fd19a4d2.jpeg" ... More >>
Child Cancer Foundation Seeking Volunteers For 2024 Street Appeal
Thursday, 1 February 2024, 11:55 am | Child Cancer Foundation
Child Cancer Foundation’s 2024 Street Appeal Is Taking Place On Friday 8 & Saturday 9 March, And They Need Volunteers Across The Country To Help Collect Donations For Kiwi Families Impacted By Childhood Cancer. The Street Appeal Is The Foundation’s ... More >>
Over $2m Of Health Funding For Hawke’s Bay As Anniversary Looms
Thursday, 1 February 2024, 9:19 am | Te Whatu Ora Health New Zealand
Te Whatu Ora Te Matau a Māui has launched a $2m hauora and wellbeing package, including seven free counselling sessions and online doctor consults for Hawke’s Bay residents affected by Cyclone Gabrielle. We’re supporting people with a comprehensive package, ... More >>
Record Numbers Of GPs File Warning Notices
Wednesday, 31 January 2024, 7:28 pm | Genpro
A record number of essential family doctor services have filed Clause 14 notices saying they are worried about their ability to deliver services if a nurse pay equity claim is not fully funded. More than 155 Clause 14 notices had been filed by January ... More >>
ProCare Welcomes Extension Of Free RATs For Community Providers And Members Of The Public
Wednesday, 31 January 2024, 7:11 pm | ProCare Health
Leading healthcare provider, ProCare, has today welcomed the announcement from the Minister of Health, Dr Shane Reti, that Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora will continue to provide free rapid antigen tests (RATs) to healthcare providers and the public ... More >>
Meningitis Foundation Unsurprised By ESR Data Showing Growing Incidence Of Meningococcal In Young New Zealanders
Wednesday, 31 January 2024, 7:00 pm | Meningitis Foundation
Foundation says new Government must recognise need to vaccinate all young people The Meningitis Foundation Aotearoa New Zealand says it is “unsurprised” by data released by the Institute of Environmental Science and Research (ESR) yesterday showing ... More >>
Securing Sustainable General Practice In Aotearoa: Solutions To Reverse The Crisis
Wednesday, 31 January 2024, 2:52 pm | GPNZ
A report detailing solutions for sustainable general practice has been released today by General Practice New Zealand (GPNZ). “General practice sits at the heart of primary and community care. If it fails, the health system fails.” says Porirua-based ... More >>
Shedding Light On Head And Neck Cancer: A Call To Awareness On World Cancer Day 2024
Wednesday, 31 January 2024, 1:43 pm | Head and Neck Cancer Support Network
On 4 February 2024, as the world marks World Cancer Day, the Head and Neck Cancer Support Network is launching a community-driven initiative to raise awareness about head and neck cancer in Aotearoa New Zealand. With an estimated 500-550 new diagnoses ... More >>
Unique Online Health Support For Te Tai Tokerau
Monday, 29 January 2024, 6:08 pm | Digital Inclusion Alliance
During February, DORA Te Waka Matihiko Hauora, a mobile learning centre, will be touring Te Tai Tokerau helping people join the growing numbers who are benefitting from having online access to their health records. Since November last year, Northlanders ... More >>
Selwyn Relay For Life - a Family Affair
Friday, 26 January 2024, 7:29 pm | Cancer Society New Zealand
This year’s Selwyn Relay For Life event committee is very much a family affair, with no less than five family members involved in the event and a sixth family member handing over the mantle of chair to this year’s new chairperson: George Inwood. ... More >>
New Report Shows Stubborn Barriers To Good Health For Children And Young People In State Care
Thursday, 25 January 2024, 6:23 pm | Mana Mokopuna
A new report by Aroturuki Tamariki | Independent Children’s Monitor takes a close look at how well children and young people in State care can access primary health services. The report relates to the National Care Standards (NCS), which set minimum ... More >>
Review Released On Access To Primary Health Services And Dental Care For Tamariki And Rangatahi In Care
Thursday, 25 January 2024, 12:43 pm | Aroturuki Tamariki
A report from Aroturuki Tamariki, the Independent Children’s Monitor, on access to primary health services and dental care for tamariki (children) and rangatahi (young people) in care has found Oranga Tamariki has not yet implemented basic health ... More >>
Hospitalisation Spike Likely During Back-to-school Period
Thursday, 25 January 2024, 10:31 am | Asthma and Respiratory Foundation of New Zealand
Parents and teachers should prepare for a spike in asthma attacks leading to increased hospitalisations during the early weeks of Term 1. The Asthma and Respiratory Foundation NZ is encouraging everyone to be aware of the symptoms of an attack and how to respond. ... More >>
Relieve Joint and Limb Pain Naturally, Instantly and Fuss Free with Hydragun Thermosleeve!
Wednesday, 24 January 2024, 5:48 pm | Hydragun
Go full circle with your pain relief with the Hydragun Thermosleeve ( RRP $89 ) – a 360º hot/cold compression sleeve made from plush hydrogel that relieves joint and limb pain naturally, instantly and fuss-free. Use the Thermosleeve for just 10 ... More >>
Nurses Support Keeping Childhood Immunisations In Primary Care
Wednesday, 24 January 2024, 2:49 pm | NZNO
New Zealand Nurses Organisation Tōpūtanga Tapuhi Kaitiaki o Aotearoa (NZNO) says the Ministry of Health is jumping the gun by funding pharmacies to vaccinate infants before investing more in long-established immunisation service providers. Kaiwhakahaere ... More >>
Youth Vaping: The Implications Of Addiction
Wednesday, 24 January 2024, 12:47 pm | Public Health Communication Centre
The growth in youth vaping means an increase in nicotine addiction among young people, and the accompanying negative impacts on their wellbeing, warn public health and addiction experts. In the latest Briefing from the Public Health Communication Centre, ... More >>
New Zealand Blood Service Thanks Donors For A Record-breaking Summer
Tuesday, 23 January 2024, 2:20 pm | New Zealand Blood Service
New Zealand Blood Service (NZBS) has reached one of its highest-ever summer collection targets thanks to the continued generosity of New Zealanders. And, with more than 18,000 appointments nationally still to fill throughout the remainder of January ... More >>
Aged Care Provider Breaches Code For Failure To Manage Pressure Injury.
Tuesday, 23 January 2024, 1:41 pm | Office of the Health and Disability Commissioner
In a report released today, Aged Care Commissioner Carolyn Cooper found Mayfair Lifecare (2008) Limited breached the Code of Health and Disability Services Consumers’ Rights (the Code) for their care of a man in his eighties. The man was in hospital ... More >>
Nix Unwanted Niggles With Hydragun – Premium Products To Eliminate Pain And Boost Recovery
Tuesday, 23 January 2024, 9:28 am | Hydragun
Don’t let painful niggles slow you down this sunny season, get your joints on track with targeted massage products from Hydragun – fast, targeted pain relief that lets you get on with the life you love! If a busy yet sedentary lifestyle is ... More >>
GenPro Concerned That The Approach To Childhood Immunisations Is Missing The Point
Monday, 22 January 2024, 10:13 am | Genpro
GenPro is concerned that the move by the Ministry of Health to fund childhood immunisations by Pharmacy is a missed opportunity to strengthen the existing service already provided by General Practice. Dr Angus Chambers, Chair of GenPro says “General Practice ... More >>
You Need To Read This Before Filing For Long Term Disability!
Monday, 22 January 2024, 6:27 am | Hugh Grant
Long-term disability lawyers play a crucial role in navigating the complexities of the legal system and bureaucratic processes, providing essential support for individuals facing challenging and often overwhelming situations. This article will explore how ... More >>
New Statistics Reveal Alarming Trends & Urgent Need For Government Intervention
Wednesday, 17 January 2024, 2:30 pm | ExcerciseNZ
New data released on the 14th of December 2023 from the Ministry of Health raises concerns about the health of New Zealanders, as the latest figures show that only 46.5% of adults are meeting global guidelines for physical activity. This ... More >>
Proposal To Enable More Childhood Vaccines To Be Given In Community Pharmacies
Monday, 15 January 2024, 10:41 am | PHARMAC
Pharmac – Te Pātaka Whaioranga is seeking feedback on a joint proposal with Health New Zealand – Te Whatu Ora, to enable community pharmacies to give some of the funded childhood vaccines. “Pharmac has an important role to help improve the health ... More >>
Eye on Success: Why You Should Make Children's Eye Tests a Back-to-School Priority
Thursday, 11 January 2024, 5:16 pm | Mango
New research has revealed that over half of Kiwi children aged 16 and under are spending more than 2 hours per day on screens, contrary to recommendations from the Ministry of Health who suggests 2 hours should be the limit. While screens might ... More >>
Pharmac Expands Funded Supplement Options For People With Inherited Metabolic Diseases
Thursday, 11 January 2024, 12:51 pm | PHARMAC
Pharmac – Te Pātaka Whaioranga is funding more nutritional supplements for people with inherited metabolic diseases from 1 February 2024. “We understand that people living with inherited metabolic diseases, like phenylketonuria, will benefit from ... More >>
Health Warning – Algal Bloom in Lake Hood
Friday, 5 January 2024, 7:29 pm | Te Whatu Ora Health New Zealand
Te Mana Ora | Community and Public Health has issued a health warning after potentially toxic blue-green algae (planktonic cyanobacteria) was found in Lake Hood. People should avoid the lake and animals, particularly dogs, should not be allowed near ... More >>
Health Warning – Algal Bloom in the Waikirikiri-Selwyn River at Whitecliffs Domain
Friday, 5 January 2024, 4:26 pm | Te Whatu Ora Health New Zealand
Te Mana Ora | Community and Public Health has issued a health warning for the Waikirikiri-Selwyn River at Whitecliffs Domain. The warning follows finding moderate to high cover of potentially toxic algae (benthic cyanobacteria) in the Waikirikiri-Selwyn River. ... More >>
Applauding WHO's Endorsement Of Evidence-Informed, People-Centred Approach To Musculoskeletal Healthcare
Thursday, 4 January 2024, 11:09 am | New Zealand Chiropractors' Association
Healthcare The World Health Organization (WHO) has unveiled its new Guideline for the Non-Surgical Management of Chronic Primary Low Back Pain in Adults in Primary and Community Care Settings. According to the NZCA, New Zealand’s peak body for ... More >>
2024 New Year’s resolution for Aotearoa: Smokefree 2025 goal to be back on track
Monday, 1 January 2024, 6:54 pm | Hapai Te Hauora
As we enter 2024, many will take the opportunity to reflect on the achievements, the challenges & life lessons of 2023. It’s at this time we make New Year’s resolutions and goals like committing to reconnect with your culture, family or language, ... More >>
Nurses-to-patient ratios will ease health crisis
Thursday, 28 December 2023, 6:10 pm | New Zealand Nurses Organisation
The legal mandating of nurse-to-patient ratios needs to be done immediately to help turn around a crisis that puts staff and patients at risk, New Zealand Nurses Organisation Tōpūtanga Tapuhi Kaitiaki o Aotearoa (NZNO). NZNO President Anne Daniels said feedback ... More >>
Student Nursing Survey Reveals Significant Training Barriers
Wednesday, 27 December 2023, 6:45 pm | New Zealand Nurses Organisation
The New Zealand Nurses Organisation Tōpūtanga Tapuhi Kaitiaki o Aotearoa (NZNO) bi-annual National Nursing Student Survey closed late in 2023. Further details and commentary will be released in 2024 once analysis is complete. However, a preliminary ... More >>
Neurological Advisory Committee Recommends Migraine Medications Receive High Priority Funding
Saturday, 23 December 2023, 2:35 pm | Migraine Foundation Aotearoa New Zealand
Migraine Foundation Aotearoa New Zealand welcomes Pharmac’s Neurological Advisory Committee recommendation that migraine-specific medications should be funded with a high priority. At its September meeting, the Committee reviewed the evidence for ... More >>
Iwi Calls On Reti, Peters, Costello To Halt Smokefree Repeal
Friday, 22 December 2023, 7:06 pm | Health Coalition Aotearoa
Health Coalition Aotearoa (HCA) fully backs Ngātiwai Trust Board’s public appeal to Minister of Health Dr Shane Reti and the Honourable Winston Peters - members of the iwi - to halt the repeal of New Zealand’s life-saving Smokefree law. The iwi’s ... More >>
Serving Up A Festive Treat For Canterbury Patients
Friday, 22 December 2023, 12:01 pm | Te Whatu Ora Health New Zealand
If you thought planning and cooking a Christmas meal for the whānau was a big undertaking, spare a thought for Te Whatu Ora’s Canterbury WellFood team who are busy prepping for the more than 1000 Christmas meals they’ll be plating up for patients who find ... More >>
Report Shows One Million People Are Missing Out On Seeing Their General Practice
Thursday, 21 December 2023, 11:18 am | General Practice NZ
The New Zealand Health Survey published last week shows one in five adults – roughly one million people – can’t get to see their general practice, with ‘time taken to get an appointment too long’ being the most commonly reported barrier, followed ... More >>
Pharmac To Supply Overdose Reversing Medicine Naloxone To Needle Exchange Sites
Thursday, 21 December 2023, 11:14 am | PHARMAC
Te Pātaka Whaioranga – Pharmac is pleased to confirm that naloxone injections will now be supplied to the New Zealand Needle Exchange Programme, to ensure it is available in the community to treat opioid overdoses. “Naloxone quickly reverses ... More >>
Telehealth Is Here To Stay As CareHQ Hits Major Milestones
Wednesday, 20 December 2023, 3:06 pm | CareHQ
At the height of the pandemic, ProCare and Southern Cross Health Society launched CareHQ - a telehealth service to support the healthcare sector and help New Zealanders access the care that they need, when they need it. Three years on, and more than ... More >>
‘Health Sacrificed For Tax Savings’
Wednesday, 20 December 2023, 2:36 pm | NZNO
New Zealand Nurses Organisation Tōpūtanga Tapuhi Kaitiaki o Aotearoa (NZNO) is disappointed by the lack of priority given to health in Finance Minister Nicola Willis’ mini-Budget announcement this afternoon. Kaiwhakahaere Kerri Nuku said the "self-praised" ... More >>
New Data Shows Disability Providers Under Extreme Pressure To Deliver Contracted Support
Wednesday, 20 December 2023, 1:58 pm | Disability Service Network
New data shows disability service providers are struggling to meet demands for their services, and over a third are operating at a loss, meaning there are no guarantees for disabled New Zealanders seeking support. A December New Zealand Disability Service ... More >>
Future Supply Of New COVID-19 Vaccines Confirmed
Wednesday, 20 December 2023, 1:43 pm | Joint Press Release
A vaccine to combat the newer strains of COVID-19 has been approved and will be available to New Zealanders in time for winter 2024. More >>
Uptake Rate Of Men B Vaccination Highlights Critical Need To Broaden Eligibility For Rangatahi (young Adults)
Wednesday, 20 December 2023, 10:49 am | Meningitis Foundation
The Meningitis Foundation Aotearoa New Zealand says vaccination data it has received from Te Whatu Ora is proof of the success of the funded meningococcal vaccination programme but work still has to be done to simplify access and make the MenB and ... More >>
New Report “From Data To Dignity: Health And Wellbeing Indicators For NZers With Intellectual Disability” Welcomed
Tuesday, 19 December 2023, 12:46 pm | People First
In a new report by Kōtātā insight for IHC using New Zealand's Integrated Data Infrastructure (IDI), health and wellbeing indicators were used to see how life is for people with learning (intellectual) disability. Overwhelmingly, all indicators ... More >>
Check The Water For Algal Blooms Before Using Lakes And Rivers
Tuesday, 19 December 2023, 9:23 am | Toi Te Ora Public Health
During the warmer months, there can be potentially toxic blue-green algae present in our lakes and rivers. There is reduced capacity to monitor for algal blooms over the Christmas and New Year period, so it’s important to know the signs of algal ... More >>
