HealthNew Pacific agency takes charge of $16m Whānau Ora contractThe Tātou Collective says its top priority is creating a unified data system to track outcomes, promising to return decision-making power to families.'Alakihihifo VailalaWed, 27 Aug
HealthSurgeon warns of risks as Pacific patients opt to travel overseas for weight-loss operationLimited public access and high costs are driving some Pasifika to seek surgery abroad. But Dr Grant Beban cautions against poor follow-up care and the hidden dangers involved.Khalia StrongMon, 25 Aug
HealthStudy to focus on health risks faced by Pacific meatworkersWhile the industry is crucial to New Zealand’s economy, researchers claim Pacific and Māori workers are physically paying the price.Khalia StrongFri, 22 Aug
Health • Tonga • SāmoaTonga ends dengue outbreak as Sāmoa faces surge in casesTonga ends dengue outbreak with 900 cases, while Sāmoa battles 9,000 infections and rising deaths.'Alakihihifo VailalaWed, 20 Aug
HealthExpert urges govt to include ethnicity in GP funding formulaDespite changes aiming to better reflect the needs of patients, Dr Gabrielle McDonald warns excluding ethnic factors keeps existing health disparities.Khalia StrongFri, 15 Aug
Health • SāmoaSāmoa dengue fever death toll rises to six ahead of electionsHealth authorities warn against unsafe dosages and natural remedies as schools close indefinitely and a nationwide clean-up effort is planned.Renate RiversThu, 14 Aug
HealthSouth Auckland doctor inspires change through visible excellence and community strengthDr Timoti Te Moke walks the streets in his scrubs to challenge stereotypes and promote visible success.Mary AfemataThu, 14 Aug
HealthSāmoan women seek life-changing weight loss surgery in TurkeySarah Bennett and Lemau Timu’s journeys highlight the rise of medical tourism and challenges in Pacific healthcare access.Khalia StrongWed, 13 Aug
Health • Aotearoa New Zealand • Fiji • Tonga‘Prevention is best’: GP urges village approach to fight dengue crisisDr Api Talemaitoga says clearing water containers and covering up can save lives, as WHO data shows the Pacific’s worst dengue figures since 2016.Aui'a Vaimaila Leatinu'uMon, 11 Aug
Health • SāmoaSāmoa Prime Minister addresses surge in dengue fever casesWith four deaths confirmed and over 5000 people infected, Fiamē Naomi Mata’afa assures the nation that the outbreak is “contained”.Renate RiversMon, 04 Aug
