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Over 1,000 Recognised Seasonal Employer (RSE) workers in Hawke’s Bay have been immunised against measles through outreach clinics held since August, with 1205 workers from various Pacific countries receiving the MMR vaccine. Project lead Sipaia Kupa emphasizes the importance of protecting workers and their families from potential measles outbreaks, highlighting the contagious nature of the disease. This initiative, supported by Health NZ and various organizations, aims to prevent measles outbreaks in New Zealand by vaccinating...

Summer reissue: South Dunedin, prone to flooding, was spared a major disaster in October due to nine years of preparation and climate mitigation efforts. Residents like Faye and Julie, who experienced the devastating 2015 flood, are part of the South Dunedin Community Network, advocating for better response and support for the low-income area. The group aims to give residents a voice and build a better future for the city amidst rising tides and increased flood...

The UNSC meeting on the Middle East addressed Israel's attacks on Gaza's hospitals and medical workers, leading to the arbitrary arrest of Kamal Adwan Hospital's director, Hussam Abu Safia. Norway condemned the attacks, emphasizing the need to protect healthcare and uphold international humanitarian law. Amnesty International criticized Israel's detention of Dr. Abu Safia, highlighting a pattern of genocidal intent and unlawful treatment of medical staff in Gaza. Full Article

Public health researcher Dr. Anja Mizdrak advocates for warning labels on alcoholic drinks to reduce alcohol-related cancers, as Surgeon-General Vivek Murthy calls for similar measures in the US. Mizdrak emphasizes the need for additional policies beyond labeling, such as reducing availability and increasing taxes on alcohol. Despite opposition from the alcohol industry, New Zealand Health Minister Shane Reti and Labour's health spokesperson Dr. Ayesha Verrall support raising awareness of alcohol's cancer risks through labeling and...

out of the summary. The provisional drowning total for 2024 is the lowest in six years, with 71 preventable drownings reported. Water Safety New Zealand attributes the decrease to a focus on water survival skills for young people, resulting in a drop in drowning rates for school-age children and 15-24-year-olds. Challenges persist, with men over 55 being the highest water users and powered craft-related incidents on the rise. Full Article