Health‘Our scientists are going to Australia’: Expert warns NZ is losing pandemic expertiseFive years after our first Covid-19 case, epidemiologist Professor Michael Baker says New Zealand is losing researchers to Australia due to a lack of available work.'Alakihihifo VailalaFri, 28 Feb
HealthNew AI diabetes retinal screening programme aims to eliminate long wait timesBaderdrive Doctors in Māngere launches a diabetes retinal pilot project to reduce long wait times, improve community-based healthcare, and provide better access for Māori and Pasifika. Sariah MagaoaThu, 27 Feb
HealthHealthcare a ‘lolly scramble’ Professor Sir Collin Tukuitonga calls for healthcare reform and advocacy for Māori and Pasifika communities who face systemic health inequities. Sariah MagaoaWed, 26 Feb
HealthReport highlights failures of NZ's dental care system, calls for universal accessA landmark report published this week tells of the struggles with oral healthcare in New Zealand.Christine RovoiTue, 25 Feb
Health • Aotearoa New ZealandMilestone for Māori and Pacific suicide prevention as research gains global recognitionLe Va’s analysis highlights the significant role of LifeKeepers in reducing suicide risk and advancing indigenous mental health. Following its success, Le Va will launch a Pasifika version of the programme.Aui'a Vaimaila Leatinu'uThu, 20 Feb
Health • Niue‘More severe’: Niue faces new Covid surgeGrizelda Mokoia, Director of Niue Public Health, warns that the symptoms are more severe this time and urges the public to remain cautious, get tested, and protect vulnerable populations. Sariah MagaoaThu, 20 Feb
Health • TongaTonga confirms dengue outbreak, children most affectedTonga’s Health Minister Dr 'Ana Akauola has confirmed a dengue outbreak in the Kingdom, with reports of overseas visitors contracting the virus after returning home.'Alakihihifo VailalaWed, 19 Feb
Health • TongaExpert calls for urgent change in Pacific mental healthDr Sione Vaka, Associate Professor at the University of Waikato, says Pacific communities face ongoing barriers to mental healthcare. 'Alakihihifo VailalaWed, 19 Feb
HealthMum's medical condition inspires son to pursue health careerTangaroa College student Iosefatu Tapuai is taking part in a Pacific Health cadetship, and says his mother has inspired him to pursue biomedical engineering.Khalia StrongFri, 14 Feb
Health • TongaTongan medical scientist lauded for pregnancy researchMaternity researcher Professor Tu’uhevaha Kaitu’u-Lino has been awarded a prestigious fellowship for the second time, sharing the science, faith and culture behind this milestone.Khalia StrongThu, 13 Feb
