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Rising Disability Benefits Don’t Prove Welfare Abuse, Say Long Covid Advocates
Friday, 30 October 2026, 10:06 am | Long Covid Support Aotearoa
Before cutting support, politicians need to understand why more people are unable to work, including the possible contribution of Long Covid. Proposed cuts risk penalising people who can’t work because of illness. More >>
More Long Covid Insurance Claims Being Declined On Mental Health Grounds, Lawyer Says
Thursday, 22 October 2026, 9:36 am | Long Covid Support Aotearoa
Long Covid Support Aotearoa is calling for an investigation into the use of mental health exclusions in Long Covid insurance claims. More >>
Record-Breaking Sickness Requires Action
Wednesday, 19 August 2026, 4:44 pm | Long Covid Support Aotearoa
With our health system pushed to the brink every winter, isn’t it time for a fast-track intervention? says Julia Schiller, Aotearoa Covid Action Spokesperson. More >>
Political Panel Highlights Cross-Party Support For Action On Long Covid
Monday, 10 August 2026, 5:01 pm | Long Covid Support Aotearoa
The latest New Zealand Health Survey estimates that around 185,000 New Zealand adults experienced Long Covid symptoms in 2024/25 - 4.3 percent of adults. More >>
Budget Overlooks Widespread Long Covid Illness
Thursday, 28 May 2026, 3:22 pm | Long Covid Support Aotearoa
While Budget 2026 has $5.5 billion of new funding for frontline health services, the budget papers state this will only cover current health policy settings. More >>
Survey Suggests More Than 400,000 Kiwis May Have Had Long Covid
Tuesday, 17 March 2026, 4:04 pm | Long Covid Support Aotearoa
By June 2025, the survey estimates more than 400,000 Kiwi adults may have developed Long Covid at some point - including about 185,000 still experiencing symptoms. More >>
250,000 Kiwis May Have Long Covid — But NZ Isn’t Counting
Thursday, 12 March 2026, 1:26 pm | Long Covid Support Aotearoa
Long Covid Support Aotearoa says better data are urgently needed to understand the true impact of the condition and to plan appropriate health services. More >>
