Health
No dengue but heaps of mozzies
Friday 1 February 2013 | Published in Health
Recent deluges and the boom in mosquito numbers have some residents on edge over dengue fever.
Good hygiene counters flu
Thursday 31 January 2013 | Published in Health
If you or members of your household are experiencing influenza (flu) like symptoms – stay home and keep kids from going to school.
Demand for a bite of healthy fisheries
Saturday 26 January 2013 | Published in Health
The Cook Islands fisheries are in a healthy state – so healthy that everyone else wants a bite.
'Sad' death not meningitis, said doctor
Friday 25 January 2013 | Published in Health
The death of a young woman at Rarotonga Hospital last weekend left rumours floating around Rarotonga that both the woman’s family and the Ministry of Health are keen to quash.
Be smart, eat smart
Thursday 24 January 2013 | Published in Health
Giving children a great start to the new school year and helping them form healthy eating habits for life, begins with a nutritious school lunch.
New course on nutrition
Tuesday 22 January 2013 | Published in Health
A new short course designed to help Cook Islanders understand more about nutrition is one of a number of changes at the Cook Islands Hospitality and Tourism Training Centre.
Meeting tackles water safety
Tuesday 15 January 2013 | Published in Health
Increasing signage at danger spots in Rarotonga, informing tourists of those areas and forming an action group to prevent accidents were discussed at yesterday’s water safety meeting.
Water safety strategy planned
Friday 11 January 2013 | Published in Health
A water safety council is one of the expected outcomes of a meeting surrounding the issue on Monday.
1st new year baby
Tuesday 8 January 2013 | Published in Health
Rarotonga’s first New Year baby took her sweet time coming into the world.
Full range families study planned for Cooks
Friday 4 January 2013 | Published in Health
Looking at the health of mothers and babies, to help paint a picture of the health of the nation, is set to take place in Rarotonga this year.
Esther Honey gets $700 gift
Monday 31 December 2012 | Published in Health
The Esther Honey Foundation has become the seventh group in as many years to receive a funding boost from Island Hopper Vacations.
Act now to prevent diabetes
Monday 31 December 2012 | Published in Health
As 2012 comes to an end, Takitumu Chief Pa Marie Ariki pens a column to acknowledge those who have assisted in pushing a greater of message of health to the wider community this year.
Calendar a reminder of commitment
Friday 28 December 2012 | Published in Health
The Pacific Islands Forum leaders celebrated the adoption of the Gender Equality Declaration with a calendar focusing on improving the lives of women in the Pacific earlier this month.
Action plan to combat 'evil disease'
Monday 24 December 2012 | Published in Health
A national plan to help control Cook Islanders’ high rate of smoking and the associated health problems was launched by the health minister on Wednesday.
Creative Centre ends for 2012
Monday 24 December 2012 | Published in Health
The Creative Centre has been keeping itself busy on its last two days for the year, holding a Christmas party before finishing for the year on Thursday.
Te Vaerua glad of Xmas help
Friday 21 December 2012 | Published in Health
Christmas is a time for giving and non-profit organisations in particular appreciate being remembered amidst the festivity hype.
Comfort and cheer from carols
Thursday 20 December 2012 | Published in Health
Led by Santa Claus – 30 carol singers from the Hospital Comforts group, Girls Brigade companies and members of the general public spread the Christmas cheer and lifted spirits at the Rarotonga hospital on Tuesday night.
Carols at hospital
Tuesday 18 December 2012 | Published in Health
A number of carolling Cook Islanders will assemble this afternoon at Rarotonga Hospital – and they’re looking for members of the public to join in.
SIF deadline extended
Thursday 13 December 2012 | Published in Health
The board overseeing the Social Impact Fund (SIF) has extended the deadline for the full proposals to be completed.
International disability day celebrated locally
Tuesday 4 December 2012 | Published in Health
Celebration was the key word for the Cook Islands’ International Disability Day efforts yesterday.