About us Mō mātou

About the Ministry of Health and the New Zealand health system. 

Regulation & legislation Ngā here me ngā ture

Health providers and products we regulate, and laws we administer.

Strategies & initiatives He rautaki, he tūmahi hou

How we’re working to improve health outcomes for all New Zealanders.

Māori health Hauora Māori

Increasing access to health services, achieving equity and improving outcomes for Māori.

Statistics & research He tatauranga, he rangahau

Data and insights from our health surveys, research and monitoring.

Getting help

If you or someone you know is thinking about suicide, support is available

For immediate help in a mental health-related emergency:

If there is immediate risk to life and safety:

Do not leave the person until they are with someone who can provide support.

Suicide web tool

Suicide web tool – Health New Zealand

Publications

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