Health

‘Vegetable Planting Evenings’ programme empowers families to grow their own food

Thursday 7 March 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Health, Local, National

The Cook Islands Child Welfare Association (CICWA) has launched a new programme to promote healthy living and self-sufficiency among young families.

Health


Rarotonga schools receive free oral health education kits

Wednesday 6 March 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Education, Health, National

Gearing up for World Oral Health Day and committed to promoting oral health awareness and education on the island, CITC has partnered with Colgate to distribute oral health education kits to school students.

Education


Baby Teeth Matters programme brings oral health care to Cook Islands children

Wednesday 6 March 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Health, National

Te Marae Ora Ministry of Health’s “Baby Teeth Matters” programme is making its way around the island, aiming to improve the oral health and wellbeing of mothers and young children up to the age of five.

Health


Cook Islands grapples with highest childhood obesity rates in the world

Monday 4 March 2024 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Health, National

Cook Islands has the highest childhood obesity rate, with over 30 per cent of children having obesity, a recent study on worldwide trends in underweight and obesity reveals.

Health


WHO affirms ongoing health support to Cook Islands

Tuesday 27 February 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Health, National

World Health Organisation (WHO) Representative to the Cook Islands Dr. Kim Dickson reaffirmed the world governing body’s support to the Cook Islands in a meeting with Secretary of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Immigration (MFAI) Tepaeru Herrmann last week.

Health


Autism Cook Islands visits outer islands

Tuesday 27 February 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Health, National, Outer Islands

Autism Cook Islands is committed to visiting as many of the outer islands.

Health


Uncovering hidden struggle: Pa Enua Dyslexia Programme identifies widespread needs

Monday 26 February 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Health, Local, National, Outer Islands

The Cook Islands Dyslexia Society’s Pa Enua Dyslexia Programme, including Rarotonga, found that 100 per cent of the students tested were below average and required further support or a full assessment.

Health


TMO’s patient referral costs skyrocket amid NCD crisis

Monday 26 February 2024 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Health, National

Patient referral budgets have skyrocketed in the Cook Islands as the nation grapples with almost half its people suffering noncommunicable diseases (NCDs). Al Williams reports.

Health


Autism Cook Islands kicks off year with $4000 donation

Friday 23 February 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Health, Local, National

Autism Cook Islands has gotten off to a great start for this year thanks to a generous $4000 donation from the Rarotonga Growers Association’s special dinner event.

Health


Health ministry recommends Covid boosters for vulnerable populations

Monday 19 February 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Health, National

Following new cases of Covid-19 in the Cook Islands, Te Marae Ora Ministry of Health is advising additional doses of the Pfizer vaccine for further protection of vulnerable and high-risk populations.

Health


Nurses cry out for help as NZ pledges millions

Thursday 15 February 2024 | Written by Candice Luke | Published in Health, National

New Zealand Foreign Affairs Minister Winston Peters pledged $30 million to the second phase of the Polynesian Health Corridor Programme, during the Pacific Mission last week, aiming to strengthen healthcare systems across the Pacific.

Health


Cervical cancer self-testing screens nearly 300 women

Thursday 15 February 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Health, National

Despite facing registration dips and no-shows, Te Marae Ora Ministry of Health’s cervical cancer self-testing programme has successfully screened 290 women in Rarotonga.

Health


Cook Islands nursing students off to New Zealand for final year of study

Saturday 10 February 2024 | Written by Candice Luke | Published in Health, National

Twelve Bachelor of Nursing Pacific students have made it to their final year of studies under the programme, run in conjunction with Te Marae Ora (TMO) Ministry of Health, Whitireia Polytechnic and University of the South Pacific

Health


Heart disease still top killer

Saturday 10 February 2024 | Written by Candice Luke | Published in Health, National

Cardiovascular disease is still the top killer of non-communicable diseases, according to Te Marae Ora Minister of Health’s fourth quarter NCD report for 2023.

Health


New Zealand Health Minister offers solidarity, shares health concerns

Thursday 8 February 2024 | Written by Candice Luke | Published in Health, National

Rarotonga Hospital and Te Marae Ora staff received a special visit yesterday by Dr Shane Reti, New Zealand’s Minister for Health and Minister for Pacific Peoples.

Health


Mammogram machine ‘ready’ for procurement, says TMO head

Thursday 8 February 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Health, National

A new mammogram machine is ready for procurement, and preparatory electrical and renovation work is still in progress, says Te Marae Ora Ministry of Health.

Health


18-year-old seeks help for urgent medical treatment

Saturday 3 February 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Fiji, Health, Local, National, Regional

Fundraising efforts are underway to help 18-year-old Valyla Hickes get the medical treatment she needs in Fiji.

Fiji


Frontline workers tackle stress and anxiety

Thursday 1 February 2024 | Written by Candice Luke | Published in Health, Local, National

“Anxiety presents in physical sensations, thoughts and behaviour. It’s something most people will experience at some point in life. Shortness of breath, dizziness, palpitations, and sweating can be signs of anxiety. Thoughts may turn to dread, terror, doom and apprehension. It can disrupt routine and relationships when behaviour changes, causing irritability and difficulty sleeping.”

Health


Cook Islanders seek change in mental health attitudes

Wednesday 31 January 2024 | Written by Candice Luke | Published in Health, Local, National

“Neneva, avouvou, ka’a ka’a.” These are some of the terms used towards and about Cook Islanders that experience mental illness.

Health


No health without mental health: Tackling mental health stigma in the Cook Islands

Wednesday 31 January 2024 | Written by Candice Luke | Published in Health, Local, National

A mental health workshop for frontline workers aims to tackle stigma and promote community awareness through cultural integration and improved access to services. Candice Luke reports.

Health


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