Nearly 90 percent of eight-month-old babies have been fully immunised, protecting them from deadly diseases such as whooping cough and hepatitis B.
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The Government's principal advisor on health and disability: improving, promoting and protecting the health of all New Zealanders
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Payment to family carers
The Government has introduced a new policy, effective from 1 October 2013, which will fund some disabled people to pay a family member to provide personal care and household management. Read more
High-power laser pointers
The Government announced its intention to introduce new controls to manage the health and safety risks from high-power laser pointers. Read more
Information on Avian Influenza (bird flu)
The Ministry is monitoring the international situation and remaining in contact with the World Health Organisation (WHO) regarding Avian Influenza A (H7N9).
It will be keeping the health sector and public updated on any significant changes. Read more
Support services for older people
Information is now available for older people receiving Government-funded home support:
- What you can expect from home support services
- What to do if you have a concern about your home support services
This information is designed to help older people better understand quality care in rest homes and provide advice on what they should do if they experience any problem. Read more
Parents share their experiences of whooping cough
New Zealand is currently experiencing an outbreak of whooping cough with more than 6700 cases reported since the outbreak began in August last year. Read more
Latest news & media
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News article18 April 2013
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News article10 April 2013
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Media release28 March 2013
Page last updated: 16 May 2013
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