HealthPacific health leaders criticise rollback of bowel screening ageHealth experts say inequities will persist, despite the Government’s decision to lower the national screening age.Khalia StrongWed, 08 Oct
HealthPacific women lead the way in HPV screening, but inequities remainCervical screening rates among Pasifika wāhine are on the rise, thanks to self-tests, but experts say more work is needed to address ongoing disparities.Khalia StrongFri, 03 Oct
Health • United StatesPacific experts condemn Trump’s autism claims, urge support for familiesAcademics warn that linking paracetamol to autism is misleading, unfounded, and harmful to families in need of support, not stigma.Khalia StrongThu, 25 Sep
HealthMicro health course improves Pacific cultural competence and community supportMore than 100 professionals have completed the programme, reinforcing their health skills and cultural understanding. Khalia StrongTue, 23 Sep
HealthRecord dengue fever outbreaks challenge Pacific health systems Despite international assistance and local clean-up efforts, communities face ongoing risks as extreme weather conditions worsen the situation.Aaisha KhanFri, 19 Sep
HealthNZ's rangatahi take the stage and breathe with ease at Smokefree Tangata Beats 2025Watch the next wave of Māori and Pacific stars shine and explore your lung power at the interactive Protect Your Breath activation.Atutahi Potaka-DewesFri, 12 Sep
Health • TongaTongan trailblazer in medicine paves way for future generationsDr Supilate Mikaele says her achievements reflect faith, family, and cultural pride.Aaisha KhanThu, 11 Sep
Health • Cook IslandsCook Islands diaspora drives mental health initiative for better careDr Sam Manuela and Zarya Poulava are leading an innovative project to translate and adapt mental health screening tools for the Cook Islands.Aaisha KhanWed, 10 Sep
HealthHospice staff bring cultural care and dignity to familiesFrom bedside care to community visits, workers aim to extend their support beyond the nursing homes for Pacific whānau.Khalia StrongTue, 02 Sep
HealthSystemic stereotypes deny vital care to Pacific elders, warns psychiatristDr Etuini Ma'u says Pacific families lack access to government support services because of assumptions that they prefer to look after their own.'Alakihihifo VailalaTue, 02 Sep
