Health
Why ambulance costs so much
Tuesday 27 October 2015 | Published in Health
The Ministry of Health have defended the cost behind the ambulance service following a CI News story about a tourist who felt ‘stung’ by an $800 ambulance trip.
Savings rely on health of worldwide markets
Thursday 22 October 2015 | Published in Health
The retirement savings of Cook Islanders worth more than $100 million continues to rely on the health of international markets.
Local produce a highlight of important day
Saturday 17 October 2015 | Published in Health
Breaking the cycle of rural poverty across the world was the theme of World Food Day, marked with plentiful local produce at Punanga Nui market yesterday.
Polluting piggery shut down
Friday 16 October 2015 | Published in Health
A commercial piggery that has been defying just about every environmental rule and has been operating for months in Turangi valley with the full knowledge of the National Environment Service and Public Health department, was shut down yesterday.
Cooks could gain from TPP
Tuesday 13 October 2015 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Health
THE COOK Islands could benefit from the Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) agreement between the 12 Pacific Rim countries, including New Zealand and Australia.
Celebrating World Mental Health Day
Saturday 10 October 2015 | Published in Health
Te Kainga Mental Health Services is inviting all to join them at the Punanga Nui Markets today as they raise awareness for World Mental Health Day.
Breast cancer designs have appeal
Monday 5 October 2015 | Published in Health
Earlier this year the Cook Islands Breast Cancer Foundation and the 50th celebrations committee called on local designers and would-be designers to craft designs for t-shirts and singlets commemorating this year’s annual breast cancer appeal.
Tighter smoking rules ahead
Wednesday 30 September 2015 | Published in Health
More smoke-free premises and restrictions on tobacco sales are on the cards for the Cook Islands, with one bar taking its own action to introduce tighter smoking rules.
Healthy diet equals healthy mind
Monday 21 September 2015 | Published in Health
A healthy diet is critical to reducing the obesity epidemic in the Cook Islands, but new research shows it can also go a long way to improving the mental health of our people.
Cook Islands in safe, prepared hands
Friday 18 September 2015 | Published in Health
The Cook Islands will be in safe hands in the event of an emergency, with more members of the community becoming capable first responders.
Chikungunya numbers hit zero
Wednesday 16 September 2015 | Published in Health
The Chikungunya outbreak which swept through the nation has finally come to a standstill, with only one case reported in the last fortnight.
Road safety not on island time
Wednesday 16 September 2015 | Published in Health
Health has responded to a letter in Monday’s paper condemning their consultation period for the new Road Safety Strategy.
Ebola workshop prepares for the worst
Monday 14 September 2015 | Published in Health
The Cook Islands is fighting fit should the deadly Ebola virus reach our shores thanks to a three-day workshop at Rarotonga Hospital last week.
Pneumonia on the rise
Friday 11 September 2015 | Published in Health
The rapid spread of sickness during Te Maeva Nui celebrations isn’t over yet, with the hospital now seeing a rise in pneumonia cases.
Sensitive issue aired
Friday 11 September 2015 | Published in Health
More than 30 people have died through committing suicide in the Cook Islands, and yesterday, a special day was held with the aim of ensuring that this number does not rise.
Aitutaki residents learn life-saving skills
Wednesday 9 September 2015 | Published in Health
A large number of Aitutaki residents took the opportunity to learn how to use an Automated External Defibrillator (AED) and how to administer CPR.
Mental health service targets Pa Enua
Friday 4 September 2015 | Published in Health
Te Kainga Mental Health Services on Rarotonga are going the extra mile to ensure that Cook Islanders suffering from stress and mental illness are properly cared for.
Asbestos contaminates schools
Friday 4 September 2015 | Published in Health
Asbestos has been found in buildings across the Cook Islands and the hazardous substance is contaminating a number of local schools.
Dog attacks school child
Tuesday 25 August 2015 | Published in Health
A dog attack at Takitumu Primary School has left a mother shaken and a young girl with stitches, sparking police to take a hard line against animal owners.
Sanitation upgrades resume after delays
Monday 24 August 2015 | Published in Health
Infrastructure Cook Islands (ICI) have started work to make up for delays in the Sanitation Upgrade Programme (SUP) which have forced the European Union (EU) to review its financial support.