All posts tagged "health"
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1.2KNews and ViewsConsolidating the rules and seeing results
Environment Canterbury’s Council adopted the 2017/18 Annual Plan on Thursday 29 June 2017, with minimal changes from year three of the current...
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1.2KRuralAnnual investment in rural health services is essential
Government investment in rural health services for the third consecutive year provides essential ongoing support for the provinces says Federated Farmers.
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1.1KNews and ViewsFlu kills about 500 Kiwis every year
The flu kills almost 500 Kiwis every year, with the risk of premature death much higher for Māori, Pasifika, men and those...
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1.8KMust SeeContamination workshops to nip drug issues in the bud
While law changes are on the way to better handle issues around meth-contamination of tenanted dwellings, a series of workshops are aimed...
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1.3KFast FactsStrategies needed to prevent malnutrition in older people
New research from Massey University shows concerning levels of malnutrition among older people living independently in the community or newly admitted to...
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1.3KNews and Views$224m boost for mental health
Budget 2017 will invest an extra $224 million over four years in mental health services including $124 million in new innovative approaches,...
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1.4KFast FactsNZ veterinarians taking on one of the biggest health issues
New Zealand is joining the world in taking on one of the biggest issues facing the planet—and vets have a special role.
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1.3KFast FactsMinister welcomes health and safety milestone
Workplace Relations and Safety Minister Michael Woodhouse says it’s pleasing to see the responsible and measured way businesses are responding to the...
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1.3KRuralRural communities’ health and wellbeing
New research on farm-related suicide and the factors behind it is a progressive step and will enable a more concerted focus on...
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1.3KRuralGetting patients with major trauma to the right hospital quicker
Health Minister Jonathan Coleman and ACC Minister Michael Woodhouse say hundreds will benefit from a new major trauma policy which will see...
Farmer feedback results in much needed changes to wintering rules https://t.co/SUxsEZblcx
Rabobank survey shows continued strong growth in farm staff pay https://t.co/DORboHdfW8
International workers will help address dairy staff shortage https://t.co/Uz0hz7PFjQ