Health
‘Man up’ against violence
Friday 26 November 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Health, National
The annual White Ribbon Day parade yesterday through the town drew a respectable number of men, including the Arorangi Boys Brigade band, who joined in the campaign to end domestic violence in the Cook Islands.
New mental health facility for the Cook Islands
Wednesday 24 November 2021 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Health, National
Rarotonga is to get a long awaited mental health facility but it’s proving a challenging task to get specific information about the finer details.
White Ribbon Day march to end domestic violence
Wednesday 24 November 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Health, National
The White Ribbon Campaign (WRC) was formed by a group of men in Ontario, Canada in November 1991, 30 years ago, as a response to the École Polytechnique massacre of female students in 1989.
Another round of Covid-19 vaccination roll-out
Monday 22 November 2021 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Health, National
The Te Marae Ora Ministry of Health vaccination team will be back in action this Saturday for those who have missed out on Covid-19 vaccine.
Covid-19 outbreak harm to be determined by vax level: TMO
Monday 22 November 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in Health, National
A report complied by three infectious disease modellers from New Zealand, concludes that the harm an outbreak of Covid-19 will cause in the Cook Islands, will be directly determined by the level to which the entire population is vaccinated against the virus. By Derek Fox.
Celebrating dyslexic children and helping them succeed at school
Saturday 20 November 2021 | Written by Alana Musselle | Published in Health, Local, National
The newly-formed society for Dyslexia held their first official meeting on Thursday at the Ministry of Education (MOE). Almost 20 people showed up to listen to Andre Hansen, MOE’s inclusive education advisor, and Jean Francis, a parent and key member of the new society speak on the goals of the association as well as awareness for the learning condition.
Covid forecasts ‘could be worse’
Friday 19 November 2021 | Written by Caleb Fotheringham | Published in Health, National
Cook Islands’ Covid-19 modelling that predicts over 2000 cases and several deaths give ‘very rough guide’ of what to expect when the virus enters the country, however it could be worse, warns a New Zealand-based modeller. Caleb Fotheringham reports.
Demand for more caregivers
Thursday 18 November 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Health, National
Vero Andrew is a caregiver for her 92-year-old grandmother Tapumanoanoa Andrew (Mama Tapu) – a responsibility she devotedly took on over 20 years ago.
Health prepares for returning Cook Islands residents
Thursday 18 November 2021 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Health, National
A maximum of 155 returning Cook Islanders and permit holders will arrive in Rarotonga this afternoon in the first of the two repatriation flights from Auckland.
Diabetes prevention better than cure
Wednesday 17 November 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Features, Health, National
To commemorate World Diabetes Day Te Marae Ora (TMO) is conducting free diabetes screenings for anyone aged 18 years and above.
‘Expect 2400 infections, 100 hospitalisations and ten deaths when Covid-19 arrives’: TMO
Wednesday 17 November 2021 | Written by Caleb Fotheringham | Published in Health, National
Covid-19 is likely to hit the Cook Islands causing multiple deaths, hundreds of hospitalisations and thousands of infections when it arrives.
Te Vaerua organises caregivers’ workshop
Tuesday 16 November 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Health, National
A practical and theory workshop targeted for caregivers and family members looking after the elderly and disabled starts today, hosted by the Te Vaerua Community Rehabilitation Inc.
Te Marae Ora prepares for digital Covid certificates
Monday 15 November 2021 | Written by Caleb Fotheringham | Published in Health, National
In preparation for international travel regulations, Te Marae Ora (TMO) Ministry of Health is expecting to have digital Covid-19 certificates available by 2022.
Not a proud record: Cook Islands biggest drinkers in the world
Saturday 13 November 2021 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Health, National
Cook Islands has been crowned the highest consumer of alcohol per capita in the world. The findings come as no surprise to those who have been calling for a clampdown on excessive alcohol consumption in the country.
New men’s group promotes ‘happy, stable and productive families’
Friday 12 November 2021 | Written by Alana Musselle | Published in Health, National
Te Punanga Oraanga Matutu, a new NGO dedicated to supporting and solving domestic problems regarding men and their families, held their first workshop on Wednesday at the New Hope Church.
Search on for fittest mum
Saturday 6 November 2021 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Health, National
Tumuora Fit Family are searching for Cook Islands’ “fittest mum”, into their sixth year of holding a Fit Mum Competition in conjunction with NZ Fittest Mum Search, based in Auckland.
Men in Crisis: ‘Our men are dying young’
Saturday 6 November 2021 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Features, Health, National
A staggering majority of men are heading towards early deaths as a joint project by Te Marae Ora (TMO), Ministry of Health and the Rarotonga Rotary Club rolls through Rarotonga.
Covid booster shots planned for 40-plus
Saturday 6 November 2021 | Written by Caleb Fotheringham | Published in Health, National
Te Marae Ora Ministry of Health is waiting for New Zealand to make its decisions on Covid-19 booster shots before giving them to Cook Islands residents.
Booster shots for the immune-compromised: Dr Tukuitonga
Thursday 4 November 2021 | Written by Caleb Fotheringham | Published in Health, National
People with underlying medical condition or cancer or some immune-compromised condition may require Covid-19 booster vaccines twice a year, says a leading Pacific health expert.
Movember fundraising month underway
Tuesday 2 November 2021 | Written by Alana Musselle | Published in Health, Local, National
Movember Cook Islands is excited to kick off a big month of celebrating men and raising awareness of their health - both physical and mental.
