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Tax policy reform: equity, fairness, and health
… to deal effectively with a daunting range of economic, social, health and climate change crises . Our tax system … that support a well-functioning community and enable basic social, health, economic and environmental goals to be … for others, promote our connection with others and social cohesion. These values are expressed in the concepts …
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Being forced to leave your rental home can harm health
… and impact of evictions is an important public health and social welfare issue . Housing supports physical health by … health through providing a sense of identity, a point for social contact, and protection from negative social conditions. We are using the term “eviction” to refer …
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Media release: Poverty and disadvantage fuel NZ’s rising rates of dementia
… New research demonstrates that social disadvantage is a factor fuelling Aotearoa New … risk factors for dementia are associated with increasing social disadvantage. “Māori and Pacific peoples are … per se but their overrepresentation in areas of high social disadvantage and poverty.” Dr Ma’u says this presents …
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Severe domestic squalor in Aotearoa New Zealand: A preliminary survey
… people living in these conditions include lack of concern, social withdrawal, hostile attitudes, being older, and in … their neighbours, and their pets. 5 Because of the social isolation and distrust of others, people who live in … but that “longer-term, less formal approaches by social and mental health services are likely to show better …
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Prevention and treatment of mental disorders will help reduce dementia
… course approach and whole-of-government action to reduce social and economic disadvantage, promote wellbeing, and … low education, uncorrected hearing or vision loss, and social isolation. While depression is the only mental health … and alcohol use and lower rates of physical activity and social interaction. 3 Psychological distress and …
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Intensifying Covid-19 Control Measures: 5 Measures for Faster Elimination and 5 Measures to Prevent Future outbreaks
… Covid-19 outbreak in Auckland still poses risks to health, social wellbeing and the economy. There is a need for …
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Comparing two pandemics: A century apart
… infrastructure, international cooperation, and addressing social determinants of health. The analysis reveals the … management for Covid-19 by using public health and social measures (PHSM) to eliminate the pandemic for a … health measures (Figures 3 & 4). The varied responses to social distancing, mask mandates, and vaccination campaigns …
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The rising influence of big business on policymaking: What it means for public health in NZ
… World Health Organization recently released a report on social determinants of health equity that outlined the … The World Health Organization’s (WHO) recent report on Social Determinants of Health Equity calls attention to major … Report. Alcohol Alcohol use has far-reaching health and social harms, estimated to cost NZ society over $9 billion …
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Youth vaping addiction: How it happens and why it matters
… nicotine, especially if smoking or vaping is embedded in social life and daily rituals. Policy responses need to … vaping harm needs to include psychological, financial and social impacts, as well as physical harm. The Government … nicotine, especially if smoking or vaping is embedded in social life and daily rituals. 10 Re-setting the reward …
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Treaty Principles Bill threatens public health and equity: It needs your submission
… in Aotearoa New Zealand by: Increasing racism and reducing social cohesion; Reducing rights of Māori to develop and lead … a legal mechanism that has been used to promote equity in social policy, including health. Treaty principles have … Bill include the following: Increases racism and reduces social cohesion – The content and process used in developing …
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