Significant dengue outbreaks across the Pacific have resulted in 86 cases in Aotearoa so far in 2026, with 75 linked to Cook Islands travel. Consider dengue if your patient is a recent traveller to a Pacific Island and presents with flu-like illness, rash, or gastrointestinal symptoms and watch for warning signs of severe illness. Advise travellers to use DEET mosquito repellent, and refer to Community HealthPathways for full management details. Read more in the National Public Health Service advisory.
Te Pae Tata was launched by the health minister in Taupō last week. It is the first New Zealand Health Plan published under the new Pae Ora legislation.
Read moreRead the latest clinical updates for Taranaki including the referral process to Rehab Taranaki for ACC concussion services via BPAC and an updated version of the database of NGOs operating within Taranaki.
Read moreFunding for patients who require a consultation related to the Manage My Health (MMH) data breach.
View detailsWaikato DHB has made a report available to PHOs illustrating the average wait times (in days) for first specialist appointments (FSA) in secondary care.