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Publication of Annual Report on Drinking-water quality
Thursday, 27 June 2019, 11:27 am | Ministry of Health
The Ministry of Health has published its annual report on drinking-water quality and compliance, highlighting the significance of Government reforms in this important area of human health. More >>
Action plan released to curb rise in syphilis cases
Wednesday, 26 June 2019, 9:39 am | Ministry of Health
The Ministry of Health has released its new national syphilis action plan in an important step in reversing a growing number of cases of the infection. More >>
MMR immunisation protects our most vulnerable
Wednesday, 19 June 2019, 12:19 pm | Ministry of Health
More than 200 cases of measles have now been confirmed in New Zealand since the start of this year and the Ministry of Health is reminding people that immunisation is the best way to protect our most vulnerable. More >>
One million doses of influenza vaccine distributed
Tuesday, 14 May 2019, 10:15 am | Ministry of Health
More than one million doses of seasonal influenza vaccine have now been distributed and The Ministry of Health is encouraging even more New Zealanders to get vaccinated. More >>
Nursing workforce the largest it's ever been
Saturday, 11 May 2019, 11:44 am | Ministry of Health
It's International Nurses Day tomorrow and the Ministry of Health's Chief Nursing Office is celebrating New Zealand’s largest ever nursing workforce. More >>
Get immunised against measles if you're going overseas
Friday, 10 May 2019, 3:24 pm | Ministry of Health
The Ministry of Health is reminding travellers to make sure they are fully immunised against measles before they go overseas. More >>
New safe sleep device guidelines to reduce SUDI
Wednesday, 8 May 2019, 2:52 pm | Ministry of Health
New Ministry of Health resources will help infants have quality sleep, while also protecting them from SUDI (sudden unexpected death in infancy). More >>
New Report on Maternity finds drop in teenage pregnancies
Friday, 12 April 2019, 3:20 pm | Ministry of Health
The latest Report on Maternity has been released, showing the rate of teenage pregnancies has halved in the past decade. More >>
Ministry of Health survey improves understanding of epilepsy
Tuesday, 26 March 2019, 9:38 am | Ministry of Health
The Ministry of Health recognises the challenges that people living with epilepsy face and is working to understand the condition better. More >>
Resources to help with mental distress
Sunday, 17 March 2019, 12:59 pm | Ministry of Health
Director-General of Health Dr Ashley Bloomfield would like to make the public aware of a resource developed to assist those experiencing mental distress as a result of the incident in Christchurch. More >>
Immunisation the best protection against measles
Thursday, 14 March 2019, 5:28 pm | Ministry of Health
The Ministry of Health is urging New Zealanders to stay alert to symptoms of measles and ensure that children aged between 15 months and 4 years receive their normal MMR vaccinations. More >>
National measles immunisation schedule remains on track
Wednesday, 13 March 2019, 4:07 pm | Ministry of Health
The Ministry of Health is working closely with Pharmac and Canterbury DHB to respond to the local Canterbury measles outbreak and ensure our national immunisation schedule continues on track elsewhere in the country. More >>
Ministry issues reminder to stay safe from illness
Monday, 11 March 2019, 11:41 am | Ministry of Health
The Ministry of Health is reiterating its message to New Zealanders to keep safe from influenza-like illnesses, in light of an increase in reported cases around the country. More >>
Stricter Controls on Medicine Linked to Birth Defects
Monday, 4 March 2019, 11:29 am | Ministry of Health
Greater restrictions around the use of sodium valproate (Epilim) to treat bipolar disorder in girls and women have been put in place. This is because of a clearer picture emerging of the risks of harm and the continuing exposure of unborn babies ... More >>
International measles outbreaks prompt call for vaccination
Thursday, 28 February 2019, 4:10 pm | Ministry of Health
International measles outbreaks prompt renewed call for MMR vaccination More >>
Sterilisation of Surgical Instruments
Friday, 15 February 2019, 4:03 pm | Ministry of Health
The Ministry of Health has convened a teleconference of DHB Chief Medical Officers and Directors of Allied Health to share the information gathered to date from the Hawke's Bay DHB incomplete sterilisation issue. More >>
No time for complacency in fight against HIV
Monday, 11 February 2019, 1:15 pm | Ministry of Health
New Zealand is continuing its work in the global fight to stop the spread of HIV transmissions. More >>
Addressing Health Workforce Wellbeing
Monday, 28 January 2019, 10:47 am | Ministry of Health
This commitment to developing a plan is the key result of a medical workforce workshop convened by the Director-General of Health late in 2018 with representatives from DHBs, DHB National CMOs, Medical Council of NZ, NZ Medical Association, Royal NZ ... More >>
Bite and sting searches spike
Thursday, 10 January 2019, 2:36 pm | Ministry of Health
Kiwis appear to be curious about summer misfortunes, with the Ministry of Health's website seeing a spike in the number of people searching for information on jellyfish stings, wasp and bee stings, spider and insect bites this holiday season. More >>
Deputy Director-General Population Health and Prevention
Thursday, 20 December 2018, 3:18 pm | Ministry of Health
The Ministry of Health has announced the appointment of Deborah Woodley to the role of Deputy Director-General Population Health and Prevention. More >>
