Health
Health pledges USD5700 for investment
Tuesday 12 November 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Health, National
Te Marae Ora, Ministry of Health has pledged US$5700 to the World Health Organisation (WHO) to support new investment strategies set by the new regional director for the organisation.
Faith and fasting secrets
Saturday 9 November 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Features, Health, In Depth, National, Weekend
This news he had cancer came as a shock to Patrick Arioka, but it also sparked a fierce determination within him. Melina Etches talked to him for this story.
Ribbons of hope early detection ball
Saturday 9 November 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Entertainment, Features, Health, National
Get ready to have a ball! The Cook Islands Breast Cancer Foundation is bringing glitz and glamour to Rarotonga, while raising vital funds and awareness about breast cancer.
Men - invest in healthy living
Friday 8 November 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Health, Local, National
November is an important time in the calender for raising awareness about men’s health issues.
Summer Covid warnings
Wednesday 6 November 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Health, National
Predictions of a new wave of Covid-19 infections and deaths are circulating in New Zealand.
Western Pacific to miss UN goal to cut early deaths from lifestyle diseases: WHO
Wednesday 30 October 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Health, National
The World Health Organisation (WHO) says Western Pacific countries including the Cook Islands will likely miss out on the United Nations’ goal to reduce premature deaths from lifestyle-related diseases such as cancer and diabetes, as a result of alcohol and tobacco intake.
Health minister becomes first female to chair WHO meeting
Tuesday 22 October 2024 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Health, National
Cook Islands made history this week when Vainetutai Rose Toki-Brown, the country’s Minister for Health, became the first female to chair a regional World Health Organization (WHO) meeting.
Te Marae Ora on alert amid XEC surge in NZ
Saturday 19 October 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Health, National
Te Marae Ora Ministry of Health has encouraged anyone with flu-like symptoms to practice good public health measures after a new, highly transmissible Covid-19 subvariant, XEC, has been detected in New Zealand.
Cook Islands delegation heads to Niue for 50th anniversary
Friday 18 October 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Health, National
Prime Minister Mark Brown is leading a delegation of Parliament members and representatives of the Cook Islands Niuean community, to Niue for its 50th self-governance celebration this Saturday.
Minister Toki-Brown heads to Philippines for WHO meeting
Thursday 17 October 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Health, National
Minister for Health Vainetutai Rose Toki-Brown is on her way to Philippines to chair the World Health Organization (WHO) Regional Committee for the Western Pacific meeting next week.
International speakers to address alcoholism in Rarotonga
Thursday 17 October 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Health, Local, National
An international convention focusing on alcohol abuse victims will be held in Rarotonga for the first time, featuring international speakers who will raise awareness and provide support for individuals seeking to overcome alcohol addiction.
Breast Cancer Foundation disappointed over mammogram machine delays
Thursday 17 October 2024 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Health, National
Cook Islands Breast Cancer Foundation is disappointed with the ongoing delays in procuring and getting operational a new mammogram machine following the revelation that an estimated 1900 women are waiting for mammography screening.
Lack of funding and leadership threaten future of Te Kainga
Tuesday 15 October 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Health, Local, National
Cook Islands’ mental health organisation, Te Kainga O Pa Taunga, celebrated its 20th anniversary last week, revealing that it continues to struggle with financial sustainability due to a lack of funding.
Key partnership to address women’s health and safety in Cook Islands
Tuesday 15 October 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Health, Local, National
A memorandum of understanding (MOU) was signed between Punanga Turuturu Itivaine, formerly known as Punanga Tauturu Inc., and Te Marae Ora Ministry of Health to “enhance and strengthen support” for all women in the Cook Islands.
New x-ray machine for Rarotonga Hospital
Tuesday 15 October 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Health, National
The Ministry of Health has confirmed that they have had bilateral talks with partners and donors on key equipment for the hospital services in the country.
1900 women wait for breast cancer screenings, says TMO
Tuesday 15 October 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Health, National
An estimated 1900 women are waiting for mammography screening, according to Te Marae Ora Ministry of Health.
Mammogram screening set to start from November: TMO
Saturday 12 October 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Health, National
The new mammogram machine for Te Marae Ora Ministry of Health is scheduled to arrive this month with services expected to commence next month.
Te Kainga O Pa Taunga celebrates milestone
Friday 11 October 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Health, Local, National
The Cook Islands mental health organisation, Te Kainga O Pa Taunga, yesterday celebrated 20 years of its service to the Cook Islands.
Te Marae Ora health ministry warns of flesh-eating bacteria
Wednesday 9 October 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Health, National
Cook Islands has not reported any cases of flesh-eating bacteria, but Te Marae Ora (TMO) Ministry of Health is advising the public to practice good hygiene, clean wounds thoroughly, and keep them covered with clean, dry bandages until healed.
BRO CHECK campaign: ‘Reach out, you’re not alone’
Tuesday 8 October 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Health, National
Recognising that young Cook Islands men are struggling with various issues, Te Marae Ora Ministry of Health recently launched their “BRO CHECK #youmatter” awareness campaign.
