Auckland Gay and Bisexuals Unaware of their HIV Status
As per a study that appeared in the journal BMC Public Health, it has been revealed that the rate of undiagnosed and general HIV infection cases among gay and bisexual men living in Auckland has increased to a great extent.
Auckland Population Now Reads 1.5 Million
It has recently been revealed that there was the birth of the 1.5 millionth resident of Auckland. The name of the little one is Ramonah Patience Toomallatai, and she is the daughter of Tutasi and Sulia. She is their third child altogether.
Auckland Council Seeking Ban on Smoking in Public Places
A report has revealed that the Auckland Regional Public Health Service has proposed the Auckland Council to impose a ban on smoking in public places. The proposal has been especially made after considering the safety and wellness of school children.
Auckland Bans Smoking in Public, Cigarette Makers Fume
It has been reported that a proposal for bringing a ban over smoking in the public area has been made by the Auckland Regional Public Health Service. It has been informed by the Chairwoman of Recreation and Heritage Forum, Sandra Coney that if the proposal is given green signal then the smokers won’t be allowed to smoke at parks, playgrounds, in the city centers and council-run events.
Avoid Injuries by Staying Cautious
It was previously revealed that elderly people are more likely to suffer unintentional falls and injuries subsequently if they are under prescribed medication. Now, the researchers are of the view that this is true for people of all age groups.
Auckland GP Finalist in New Zealander of the Year Awards
According to recent information, it has been reported that an Auckland-based GP with a very busy as a bee skin cancer surgery apart from a boutique bookshop has recently been nominated as finalist for the prestigious “New Zealander of the Year” award.
Before Going For Christmas, Get Yourself Vaccinated
It seems like the measles outbreak has not yet ended in Auckland as the health authorities have urged people to get themselves vaccinated before going on holidays. In the month of May, about 372 cases of measles were reported by the health authorities of the Auckland. Moreover, 42 patients were required to be hospitalized.
Exotic Mosquitoes Found at Ports of Auckland
Yellow Fever and Dengue are among the ailments transmitted by various exotic forms of mosquito trapped by Biosecurity officials at the Ports of Auckland.
Earlier on Tuesday, Biosecurity officials discovered two species of the discarded insects during inspection of a cargo vessel from Vanuatu that was docked in Auckland. A day before the discovery, the cargo vessel was in Tauranga.
Six-Month-Old Dies After Frequent Shaking
A recent case of a six months old baby’s death has been getting the attention of one and all. It has been told that the baby had been living with his mother Victoria Taylor and her boyfriend James Hemana
Karaoke Bar Prosecuted for Illegally Allowing Smoking
Health authorities, including Ministry of Health, Auckland Regional Public Health and the Smokefree Environments Act in the region, are highly concerned about public health. As a result, the ban on smoking publicly has become stricter.
Edward Gane Bags 2011 Translational Medicine Award
Hard work and experience counts big; that is what has been proved recently by Auckland City Hospital Consultant Hepatologist Prof. Edward Gane, who has marked his victory by winning the Health Research Council of New Zealand (HRC) Beaven Medal for excellence in translational research relating to hepatitis B.
Auckland Battles with Measles Epidemic
There has been outbreak of measles in Auckland. This month has not even ended and Auckland health officials said they have registered 77 cases of it, which takes the count to 353 since the end of May.
There has been abrupt rise in measles cases, which has made even health authorities nervous. They have tried to curb the situation, but even then also 63 people were hospitalized.
Experts Applaud Pine Tree Qualities for Curing Traumatic Brain Injury
After concluding the findings of a latest research, experts have applauded the pine tree attributes and claimed that an antioxidant, Enzogenol, extracted from the pine tree can play a major role to treat people with a traumatic brain injury.
Man Attacked in Rare Wasp Swarm
All the creatures of nature have been gifted with the natural power of defending themselves.
But, what happens when defense turns into offense? Recently, it was reported that an elderly man was stung several times in a swarm attack on Sunday morning when he was cleaning his backyard. It has been reported that the man was cleaning his backyard when he accidently touched the wasp nest.
Global Ivory Ring Busted in Auckland
According to latest reports, the New Zealand wildlife authorities on Wednesday said that they are still analyzing 25 items supposed to be developed out of elephant ivory and hawksbill turtle's shell, which were recently seized during a high-priority international investigation.
$ 3 Million for Cancer Research
A sum of almost three million has been given to three cancer research projects. One Auckland University team that is studying patient outcomes from colorectal cancer is being given $ one million and another team studying prostate cancer screening programs at the Waikato Clinical School was awarded $ 900,000.
Measles Vaccination Should Be Nationwide Programme
Seeing the pervasiveness of measles, Auckland's public health service has called for a national mass vaccination programme. Authorities were of the view that there is no point tracking people who have been exposed to measles, as now there are many.
Waka Maori Exhibition Flooded With Visitors
The rugby world cup is going on, and Te Waka Maori on the waterfront of Auckland has flooded with visitors. In the first week, around 240,000 people have visited Te Waka Maori. Te Waka Maori is an exhibition area designed in the shape of a boat which is worth $2 million. Waka Maori can accommodate 600 people at a time.