Health
Tutaka warnings avoid prosecutions, says MoH
Wednesday 1 July 2015 | Published in Health
The Ministry of Health has assured the public that their aim is not to prosecute people when it comes to complying with the island-wide Tutaka programme.
Sexuality workshop broaches sensitive subject
Monday 29 June 2015 | Published in Health
Sexual orientation is one of the top five reasons youth ring the help line, alongside pregnancy and relationship breakups.
Contest for breast cancer awareness
Saturday 27 June 2015 | Published in Health
The Cook Islands Breast Cancer Foundation is calling all local designers and would-be designers to craft designs for singlet, t-shirts and pareu commemorating this year’s annual breast cancer appeal in October.
Study promotes self-management for suicide prevention
Friday 26 June 2015 | Published in Health
A NEW study has uncovered the importance of self-management techniques as an option for people feeling depressed or suicidal.
Last day for free chiropractic checks
Wednesday 24 June 2015 | Published in Health
Today is the last day to take advantage of free chiropractic services down at the Atukura Grounds and the Titikaveka CICC Sunday School Hall.
Confidence key to life saving machine
Wednesday 24 June 2015 | Published in Health
A YEAR into the automated external defibrillator (AED) programme, members of the Cook Islands Water Safety and Surf Lifesaving Council are still holding workshops on how to use the machines.
Fire wise for kids
Tuesday 23 June 2015 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Health
THE COOK Islands Fire and Safety (CIFS) is running a Fire Wise programme in schools to educate children on fire safety.
Stand up for mental health
Monday 22 June 2015 | Published in Health
It’s time to turn off the computer and the TV, unplug the games console, step away from the couch and stand up for your mental health.
Chikungunya alert Call for clean up
Saturday 20 June 2015 | Published in Health
It seems every second person you speak to on Rarotonga has had Chikungunya, or knows someone who has.
Health fights to contain mozzie virus
Thursday 18 June 2015 | Published in Health
The Ministry of Health is battling to contain the Chikungunya mosquito virus before the influx of visitors to Rarotonga for the Te Maeva Nui celebrations in July.
Teachers to learn more on sexuality
Tuesday 16 June 2015 | Published in Health
A group of teachers are on the other side of the classroom this week in an effort to become better educators of sexuality.
Mental Health everyone's business
Tuesday 16 June 2015 | Published in Health
The Ministry of Health is one step closer to bringing mental health awareness and support to the forefront of the Cook Islands.
Permanent answer sought for landfill
Monday 15 June 2015 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Health
Infrastructure Cook Islands’ Waste Management department is exploring ways to find a permanent fix for solid waste disposal in Rarotonga.
Dengue deaths sound the alert
Thursday 11 June 2015 | Published in Health
The death of a 10 month old baby and 37-year-old man from dengue fever in American Samoa has alarmed health authorities in the Pacific.
Living costs blamed for fat problem
Monday 8 June 2015 | Published in Health
Expensive fruits and vegetables, and low salaries are issues fuelling the obesity epidemic in the Cook Islands.
Virus news comes as shock
Sunday 7 June 2015 | Published in Health
Information on Chikungunya disease has only recently been made available to tourists entering the country, with some still surprised to discover the presence of the debilitating virus in the Cook Islands.
Obesity stats don't show whole picture
Friday 5 June 2015 | Published in Health
A recent report published by the World Health Organisation has labeled the Cook Islands as the fattest nation in the world, but the Ministry of Health isn’t happy with such a negative report.
Workplace checks combat obesity
Thursday 4 June 2015 | Published in Health
The Crown Beach Resort in Arorangi has joined the battle against non-communicable diseases and obesity by offering staff free health checks.
Mosquito virus cases in decline
Tuesday 2 June 2015 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Health
There has been a decline in the Chikungunya virus cases in the Cook Islands.
Comments sought on mental health
Thursday 28 May 2015 | Published in Health
A new Ministry of Health policy on mental health has been put out to the public for consultation.
