Oct. 1, 2021, 1:25 p.m.
Andree Pearson is part of a team of researchers, including Karaitiana Taiuru from Christchurch Heart Institute at the University of Otago who will focus on older Māori (Kaumātua) who are particularly vulnerable to heart disease. Heart disease is the leading cause of death and disability in Māori aged 65 years or older. Starting this kaupapa in the Canterbury region, they will be attending hui with kaumātua groups at local marae with the focu on heart health and barriers to participation in clinical studies in the region before expanding out to the rest of the country.
Isaiah Apiata speaks to us about the legacy of Hemoata Tauroa and the fruits from her 25 years with Oranga Tamariki.
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Dr Anna Brooks, who is a specialist in immunisation tells us why getting vaccinated helps to prevent the effects of long Covid.
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Philip Noble who works for the blood service shares the timetable and location of next week's Drive.
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Stuart Selkirk & Hohepa Stephens are encouraging whānau to get a self-testing kit sent to their homes.
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