Health
Battling the stigma of mental health across the Pacific
Wednesday 13 September 2023 | Written by RNZ | Published in Health, National, Pacific Islands, Regional
Mental health remains a stigma in the Pacific, but there might be some good news out of the Cook Islands. Caleb Fotheringham of RNZ reports.
Cook Islanders recognised by Pasifika Medical Association
Saturday 9 September 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Art, Features, Health, National
The 27th Annual Pasifika Medical Association (PMA) conference on Rarotonga (6-8 September) closed yesterday at Te Are Karioi Nui, and continues in Aitutaki on September 11.
Family the focus of Pacific health conference
Thursday 7 September 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Health, National
The 27th Annual Pasifika Medical Association (PMA), the largest meeting of Pacific health workers and professionals in the region, opened yesterday with over 600 registrations.
Dyslexia assessments to help identify unique learning needs
Wednesday 6 September 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Health, National
Dyslexia is not an obvious disability and very few people in the Cook Islands know of it and how it affects a person.
Mammogram screening cancelled, returning in early 2024: TMO
Thursday 31 August 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Health, National
Mammogram screening will be offered on Rarotonga as early as next year.
More than 200 cases of flu like illnesses for June, July and early August
Thursday 24 August 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Health, National
Te Marae Ora (TMO), Ministry of Health has reported 231 cases of influenza-like illnesses.
Progress report on medicinal cannabis to be provided soon
Thursday 24 August 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Economy, Health, National
The Cannabis Referendum Committee will be providing a progress report on medicinal cannabis soon.
New antenatal classes in Rarotonga aim to instil confidence
Saturday 19 August 2023 | Written by Joanne Holden | Published in Health, National
A new six-week course helping expectant Cook Islands mothers prepare for labour, birth and early parenting has secured funding to continue delivering the programme for at least another year.
Work underway to remedy water leaks at Rarotonga Hospital
Tuesday 15 August 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Health, National
Serious issues surrounding the ablution facilities and plumbing works in all wards at Rarotonga Hospital are now being urgently addressed, Cook Islands Minister of Health Rose Brown says.
TMO responds to anti-obesity drug proposal
Thursday 10 August 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Health, National
Te Marae Ora Ministry of Health has reiterated that they only procure medications approved by MedSafe New Zealand.
Chicken death mystery deepens as experts advise ‘further work’
Tuesday 8 August 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Health, Local, National
The Cook Islands Ministry of Agriculture in collaboration with New Zealand’s Ministry of Primary Industries (MPI) are conducting further work in relation to the chicken deaths that have occurred in Rarotonga.
St Joseph’s Primary School gets first aid kits to boost health and safety
Friday 21 July 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Education, Health, National
Accidents are unexpected and can happen anywhere including a school yard, and being prepared can reduce panic and provide the necessary aid for injuries.
Health team at World Health Organisation anniversary event
Tuesday 18 July 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Health, National
Te Marae Ora (TMO), Ministry of Health have joined the World Health organisation in celebrating its 75th anniversary in Samoa.
Ultimate Weight Loss Challenge
Friday 14 July 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Health, National, Sports, Touch Rugby
Cook Islands Touch Association has introduced The Ultimate Weight Loss Challenge 2.0.
Cardiovascular leading non communicable disease related deaths
Thursday 13 July 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Health, National
According to Te Marae Ora, Ministry of Health quarterly report, cardiovascular diseases is the leading cause of non-communicable diseases (NCD) related deaths in the Cook Islands.
Booster dose Pfizer vaccine available
Thursday 6 July 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Health, National
Te Marae Ora, Ministry of Health is advising the public that the booster dose of Pfizer is now available for the Rarotonga and Aitutaki community.
Infectious disease ruled out in chicken deaths investigation
Monday 19 June 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Environment, Health, National
New Zealand’s Ministry of Primary Industries (MPI) animal health experts have ruled out infectious disease as the cause of death for the Rarotonga chickens.
Public Health Bill delayed to September
Friday 16 June 2023 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in Health, National
Legislation regulating smoking and vaping will not see Parliament until September.
Donate blood to help save a life
Wednesday 14 June 2023 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in Health, National
In true form to mark World Blood Donor Day and to recognise donors, Cook Islands Red Cross Society is hosting a blood drive at their office today with extra special refreshments to mark the occasion.
Kiwi tourist, 49, drowns ‘in shallow waters of the lagoon’
Tuesday 13 June 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime, Health, Local, National
Rarotonga recorded its second drowning incident after a 49-year-old New Zealand tourist died in the lagoon at The Edgewater Resort and Spa in Arorangi on Sunday.
