Health
Baby formula shortage spurs breastfeeding encouragement
Wednesday 29 November 2023 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Health, Local, National
A shortage of baby formula (milk) in the Cook Islands has prompted calls for mothers to prioritise and practice breastfeeding.
Miracle baby defies all odds
Saturday 25 November 2023 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Health, National
A baby born in New Zealand to Rarotonga parents at 23 weeks has defied all odds and is now thriving after overcoming a series of complications since her birth over a month ago.
Conserve or be prosecuted: To Tatou Vai takes steps to address water scarcity
Thursday 23 November 2023 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Economy, Environment, Health, Local, National
Rarotonga’s water system agency, To Tatou Vai (TTV), has issued a warning that it has the authority to prosecute individuals for wasting water amidst concerns about declining levels at the island’s intakes.
Allegations of a toxic workplace culture at TMO
Saturday 18 November 2023 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Health, National
A toxic workplace culture has been uncovered at Te Marae Ora (TMO) following the dismissal of an assault charge involving a former nurse and paramedic.
Providing more and better health care, TMO launches strategic plan
Monday 13 November 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Health, National
With the mission to provide exceptional clinical care for the people of Cook Islands, the Ministry of Health has been working closely with Pasifika Medical to provide and look after those who are referred to New Zealand for further care.
New Tupapa Health Centre opens
Monday 6 November 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Health, National
Mental health and national health consultations will be provided at the new refurbished and upgraded Tupapa Health Centre outpatient facility, which was officially opened on Friday.
‘Refurbished and upgraded’ Health Centre opens today
Friday 3 November 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Health, Local, National
The refurbished and upgraded Tupapa Health Centre outpatient facility has been completed.
Nursing students and Red Cross host elderly group for health promotion project
Wednesday 1 November 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Health, National
Giving back to the community, Bachelor of Nursing Pacific students and the Cook Islands Red Cross Society hosted Te Are Pa Metua elderly group last week.
Chickenpox cases on the rise
Wednesday 1 November 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Health, National
Nineteen cases of chickenpox have been reported in the Cook Islands in October, but Te Marae Ora Ministry of Health says there is no outbreak of the highly contagious disease.
Minister for Health highlights need for flexible financial support from development partners
Tuesday 24 October 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Health, National
Cook Islands has endorsed and shown its support for the development of the draft Asia Pacific Health Security Action Framework which was raised at the 74th session of the World Health Organization (WHO) Regional Committee for Western Pacific Meeting.
New Public Health Bill to be tabled in Parliament in Dec
Tuesday 24 October 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Health, National
The new Public Health Bill which will give Te Marae Ora Ministry of Health the power to issue monetary fines and regulate smoking and vaping, among other things, will be going through Parliament in December.
New Public Health Bill will give TMO the power to issue fines for failing to keep compounds clean
Friday 20 October 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Health, National
The Tutaka Programme in Rarotonga will begin next week from Monday, October 23 to November 3.
Medicinal cannabis campaigner calls for … ‘Common sense’ approach
Thursday 19 October 2023 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Health, Local, National
Medicinal cannabis campaigner Steve Boggs is calling on Te Marae Ora to take a “common sense” approach and follow New Zealand in allowing over-the counter sales of cannabidiol (CBD) products.
Aitutaki residents frustrated by ‘chronic’ water shortage crisis
Thursday 19 October 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Environment, Health, Local, National, Outer Islands
Aitutaki residents are frustrated by the ongoing water shortage crisis on the island, as some households face extended periods of water cuts lasting up to four weeks and more.
11 stonefish poisoning cases so far
Saturday 14 October 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Health, National
There have been 11 stonefish poisoning cases reported at the Rarotonga Hospital since January 18 this year. This was confirmed by the outgoing director of hospital health services, Dr Yin Yin May.
Pink Ribbon Day awareness: Early detection is key
Saturday 14 October 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Health, Local, National
In a global effort to raise awareness on breast cancer, October has been designated as Pink Month. During this time, there are efforts to educate the public about the disease, including early identification and the signs and symptoms of breast cancer.
Eye-deal opportunity for Cook Islanders to get free glasses
Thursday 12 October 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Health, National
Te Marae Ora Ministry of Health is conducting basic reading eye tests and distributing free eye glasses around Rarotonga in an effort to promote World Sight Day which will be marked today.
Medicinal cannabis legislation to go before Parliament in December
Thursday 12 October 2023 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Economy, Health, National
Legislation supporting availability of medicinal cannabis in the Cooks Islands will be tabled in Parliament.
Be there for each other - Mental Health Day
Wednesday 11 October 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Health, National
World Mental Health Day was an opportunity for people and communities to unite behind the theme ‘Mental health is a universal human right” to improve knowledge, raise awareness and support actions that promote and protect everyone’s mental health.
Community group receives fitness gear
Wednesday 11 October 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Health, Local, National
A community fitness group has been gifted much needed gear to help it provide a greater variety of strength-building exercises for members.
