Health
Three little miracles: Christmas babies born in Rarotonga
Saturday 28 December 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Health, Local, National
A rare and joyful occasion unfolded at the Rarotonga Hospital this Christmas as three babies were born on December 25, bringing extra cheer to the maternity ward.
New mammography machine offers improved breast cancer detection
Saturday 21 December 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Features, Health, Local
The arrival of the new mammography machine in the Cook Islands marks a significant advancement in women’s health, enabling earlier detection of breast cancer and potentially saving lives.
Hospital gifted transfer wheelchairs
Friday 20 December 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Health, National
Land Holdings Ltd and Ocean Fresh Ltd have donated 19 I-MOVE BMB Medical transfer wheelchairs to Te Marae Ora that will allow the reception of the patient and his/her transport in a sitting position.
Te Marae Ora prepares for potential whooping cough outbreak
Wednesday 18 December 2024 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Health, Local, National, Tourism
Te Marae Ora Ministry of Health is in ‘preparation phase’ as it continues to monitor the status of pertussis (whooping cough) in New Zealand.
Atiu commits to healthier future
Monday 16 December 2024 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Health, National, Outer Islands
Te Marae Ora Ministry of Health, in partnership with Bank of the South Pacific (BSP), has re-opened the Atiu Dental Clinic and launched the Atiu Ora’anga Tumanava Health Plan 2024+, aiming to improve health outcomes and promote a healthier lifestyle on the island.
Hospital emergency staff treated to Christmas lunch
Monday 16 December 2024 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Health, Local, National
The Rarotonga hospital’s emergency department staff and their partners were treated to a special Christmas lunch by the Crown Beach Resort and Spa a week ago on Sunday.
Celebrating investment in healthcare workforce with graduation ceremony
Saturday 14 December 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Features, Health, National, Weekend
Te Marae Ora Ministry of Health celebrated the graduation of its first cohort of Bachelor of Nursing students and other healthcare professionals, recognising their dedication and the importance of investing in local healthcare education to improve community health services.
Internship programme aims to ease transition for new nurses
Thursday 12 December 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Health, National
Te Marae Ora Ministry of Health has launched a new programme to support newly qualified nurses in transitioning to the clinical setting, providing a structured 12-month programme focusing on clinical competence, practical performance and soft skills across various healthcare settings.
Cook Islands Rugby Union pilots healthy living programme to combat NCDs
Thursday 12 December 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Health, Local, National, Rugby Union, Sports
About 50 students of Apii Arorangi participated in a three-week pilot healthy living programme organised by the Cook Islands Rugby Union, which entailed progressive activity built into a tournament.
TMO launches initiative to combat ‘underdiagnosed’ sleep apnoea
Wednesday 11 December 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Health, National
Cook Islands is addressing the underdiagnosed issue of sleep apnoea through a new sleep clinic initiative, with the aim of improving public health and reducing related health complications.
Ministry of Health launches new policy to promote breastfeeding
Tuesday 10 December 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Health, Local, National
Breastfeeding is a vital component of infant health and development, providing essential nutrients that are crucial during the first months of life.
Possible health workforce collaboration with Philippines government
Friday 6 December 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Health, National
A delegation from the Cook Islands government recently met the Philippines health secretary to discuss a possible health workforce collaboration such as addressing critical gaps in Cook Islands’ primary healthcare system.
Bike rally for White Ribbon awareness
Friday 6 December 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Health, Local, National
The Ministry of Internal Affairs hosted a bike rally on Thursday as part of its 16 Days of Activism for White Ribbon, a global movement to end domestic violence.
Evening Paunu sessions prove popular
Thursday 5 December 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Health, National
More than 70 babies and toddlers aged 10 weeks to five years received Paunu health checks at the various clinics across the island last month.
Whooping cough alert: Ministry of Health increases border vigilance against illness
Wednesday 4 December 2024 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Health, National
Cook Islands has increased border vigilance against pertussis (whooping cough) following outbreaks in New Zealand and Samoa.
Ei katu helps cancer survivor shield loved ones
Tuesday 3 December 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Culture, Health, National
A New Zealand cancer survivor used the traditional Cook Islands headwear, ei katu, to conceal her illness from her elderly mother for 18 months, highlighting the emotional toll of cancer and the importance of support systems.
New mammogram machine arrives next week, confirms Prime Minister
Monday 2 December 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Health, National, Technology
A new state-of-the-art mammogram machine is set to arrive in Rarotonga by next Friday, Prime Minister Mark Brown announced this at a Cook Islands Breast Cancer Foundation event on Saturday night.
Survey reveals shocking domestic violence figures in Cook Islands
Saturday 30 November 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime, Health, Local, National, Outer Islands
The 2014 Cook Islands Family Health and Safety Survey, re-opened by Cook Islands National Council of Women (CINCW), reveals alarmingly high rates of domestic violence against women across the islands, with physical and sexual violence being prevalent, particularly in the Southern Group Islands.
Ink for a cause: Movember Cook Islands tattoo event draws a crowd
Tuesday 26 November 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Culture, Health, National
Movember is more than just a month for growing mustaches. It is a global movement aimed at raising awareness of and funds for men’s health issues, including prostate cancer, testicular cancer, and men’s suicide.
Cooks, NZ health discuss dialysis unit
Monday 25 November 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Health, National
Te Marae Ora, Ministry of Health is holding discussions with New Zealand health officials for a new dialysis unit.
