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Pacific voices lead new push to tackle health gaps in New Zealand

A new open-access textbook aims to bring Pacific knowledge and lived experience to the centre of health education in Aotearoa.

Khalia StrongFri, 13 Mar

Health

Labour defends Covid response after inquiry reveals higher death rates for Pacific people

MP Jenny Salesa says the Labour Government’s pandemic response still saved thousands of lives.

'Alakihihifo VailalaThu, 12 Mar

Health

Pacific Covid deaths ‘not new’ as inquiry confirms long-known inequities, experts say

Pacific health leaders say the report confirms what communities have long experienced: higher mortality rates, delayed vaccine access, and systemic health inequities that need attention.

'Alakihihifo VailalaWed, 11 Mar

Health

Pacific women to benefit from $5m programme to fight cervical cancer

A new Pacific-led initiative will improve vaccination, screening and treatment, aiming to stop cervical cancer from taking the lives of women across the region.

Khalia StrongMon, 09 Mar

Health

New generation of Pacific midwives strengthens capital maternity care

From just one to eight, the growing Pacific midwifery workforce gives mothers in Wellington and the Hutt Valley culturally aligned care and greater choice.

Khalia StrongFri, 06 Mar

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Tonga

Pacific leaders back NZ kava reforms but warn of risks for smaller businesses in Tonga

Proposed changes aim to protect tradition, strengthen safety, and future-proof New Zealand’s kava market.

Khalia StrongFri, 27 Feb

Health

Losing her vision at 29, woman found a crisis Pacific communities can’t afford to ignore

After losing her sight almost overnight, 36-year-old former athlete Esmeralda Lo Tam has turned her pain into purpose.

Khalia StrongTue, 24 Feb

Health

NZ approves first quit vaping medicine as youth use climbs amid push for tougher laws

The Asthma and Respiratory Foundation has welcomed Medsafe's decision but Pacific public health experts warn prevention must come first.

PMN NewsWed, 18 Feb

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Fiji

Fiji fast-tracks needle programme as new study shows HIV cases surging at record pace

With 1583 new cases in 2024 and infections still climbing, Fiji is rolling out harm reduction measures as experts warn the wider Pacific cannot afford to delay.

Christine RovoiTue, 17 Feb

Health

From Fofō to the Lab: Can Pacific healing help fight deadly viruses?

Measles, dengue, and Zika still threaten Pasifika. A scientist is testing whether traditional plant remedies could help create new antiviral treatments.

Khalia StrongMon, 16 Feb

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