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
HealthReport reveals Pacific Covid-19 death rates were alarmingly highPacific people in New Zealand suffered disproportionately high Covid-19 death rates, highlighting systemic failures in the pandemic response, according to a new report.PMN NewsTue, 11 Feb
OpinionWhy privatisation is a bad prescription for Pasifika healthcarePrivatising NZ healthcare may seem like a fix, but the US model shows it worsens inequality, likely to hit Pasifika and Māori hardest, says youth journalist and Yale University student Andre Fa’aoso.Andre Fa'aosoSat, 01 Feb
PoliticsDr Shane Reti: Repositioned but resolute in new portfoliosThe Pacific Minister has recently shifted roles but says he remains committed to his work in the Pacific community.'Alakihihifo VailalaTue, 28 Jan
HealthHealth NZ and South Seas Healthcare resolve funding disputeBoth parties have finalised an agreement over $19.2 million in Covid-19 funding after audits identified significant financial control challenges.PMN NewsWed, 22 Jan
HealthObesity metrics must go beyond BMI - expertsExperts say changes to diagnosis measures for obesity may help reduce weight stigma and lead to reform in personalised health diagnoses.Khalia StrongFri, 17 Jan
SportsScoring big for Pacific families through sport The Pasifika Medical Association Group and New Zealand Rugby League are collaborating to provide free healthcare and sporting pathways.Sariah MagaoaMon, 06 Jan
HealthSouth Auckland footcare training to benefit diabetes patientsNew footcare assistant qualification aims to reduce delays in care, allowing specialists to focus on complex cases.PMN NewsFri, 03 Jan
News • TongaFrom a coin toss to King’s Honour: Health doyenne Debbie Sorensen’s journeyDebbie Sorensen has spent decades reshaping Pacific health and empowering communities across the region, from leading humanitarian missions to culturally responsive healthcare. 'Alakihihifo VailalaTue, 31 Dec
HealthBowel screening critical for aging Pasifika Advocates are encouraging open conversations, emphasising the importance of early detection. Khalia StrongMon, 23 Dec
