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In the news: Doctors say a surge in whooping cough cases shows how much immunisation rates need to improve.
… pēpi (infants) vulnerable to severe disease, especially if a national epidemic of pertussis occurs. Dr David was … - Increasing whooping cough cases put pēpi at risk. What can be done about it? She was also interviewed by Dale … by NewstalkZB and Mediaworks. … In the news: Doctors say a surge in whooping cough cases shows how much immunisation …
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PHCC monthly Newsletter: September 2024
… defining features of public health. Not only is there a focus on the health of populations, but also a long-term perspective and a concern for addressing health determinants and inequities. …
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PHCC monthly newsletter: December 2024
… Covid-19 Report, released on 28 November, which provides a well-considered ‘road map’ for improving pandemic preparedness. But note that the report comes at a time of major staff cuts in public health. Other Briefings … Health Survey data on smoking and vaping, explore what can be done eliminate cervical cancer and examine inequities …
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In the news: Water leaks cost NZ $122m a year - research
… New Zealand's water infrastructure system is leaking at a rate far higher than in leading European countries - … about $122 million each year. The Briefing also led to a call from Water NZ CEO Gillian Blythe for increased … on Newstalk ZB . … In the news: Water leaks cost NZ $122m a year - research …
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In the news: Public health experts and the food industry call on govt to fund health survey
… experts are calling on the government to urgently fund a new National Nutrition Survey to better understand New … and to help shape public policy. Cliona Ni Mhurchu, a professor of population nutrition at the University of … Midday Report on 19 February that the survey would be a small but vital investment compared to the huge costs …
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Media release: Insulation matters - The evidence for keeping our improved Building Code standards
… hard-won improvements to the Building Code. “There is a 20-year history of solid research in Aotearoa New Zealand … more health sector costs and lower productivity. Even a top-up to existing insulation provides health benefits that … Research Association of New Zealand (BRANZ) analysis found a positive cost benefit. “Industry has already invested in …
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Media release: ‘Zombie arguments’ are being used to justify repealing smokefree
… Professor Bullen says claims of an increase in a black market have long been touted by the tobacco industry … sense”, for example, Prime Minister Luxon claim ed it is a “natural reality” that decreasing retailer numbers would … is true. “We’ve laid out the numerous studies which show that the proportion of tobacco products that are illicit …
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Media release: Another Havelock North? Govt undoing protections for drinking water safety
… for our drinking water, the Government is risking a repeat of the Havelock North campylobacteriosis outbreak … warning now seems prophetic as the Government is proposing a number of policy changes that will weaken protections for … over commercial interests (Te Mana o te Wai). This was a major public health gain. Additionally, the Resource …
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Media release: International experts say abandoning denicotinised cigarettes will cost lives
… world-leading ‘endgame’ actions with the potential for a ripple effect to greatly reduce the devastation caused by … New Zealanders continue to die every year from smoking and a persistence of associated health inequities.” Professor … while helping people quit. Modelling studies also show denicotinisation would result in people living longer …
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Media release: Vaping crackdown falls short: Gaps in new bill leave youth at risk
… coalition Government is moving to reduce youth vaping with a proposed bill that introduces measures to ban disposable … wants to “crackdown” on youth vaping, it must take a more comprehensive approach, including tighter controls on … products adults use to stop smoking,” she says. “A more robust approach could also include regulating vaping …
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