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Photos give men a voice to discuss mental distress

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Wednesday 10 May 2023

An innovative research project at the University of Otago, Wellington, is using photography to help men open up about their experiences of living with depression, suicidal thoughts and anxiety.

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Better targeted prediabetes care needed

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Friday 24 February 2023

A more targeted approach to the screening and treatment of prediabetes is likely to be more effective at preventing type 2 diabetes and to reduce strain on primary health care sector resources, according to researchers at the University of Otago, Wellington.

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Researchers call for prescription charge to be cut

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Tuesday 7 February 2023

Removing the $5 prescription charge for people in areas of high socioeconomic deprivation reduces the number of hospital admissions and the length of stays, a new study shows.

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Pacific staff association gather in person after two-year hiatus

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Thursday 2 February 2023

Members of the Association of Pasifika Staff in Tertiary Education (APSTE) came together in Auckland late last year to take inventory and strategise for the new year.

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Applications open for Kickstart 101

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Friday 7 October 2022

Spending a few extra weeks getting an early start to University life is highly recommended, an Otago University Pacific student reckons.

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Vice-Chancellor receives a warm Pacific welcome

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Wednesday 3 August 2022

Pacific leaders and stakeholders at the University of Otago banished the winter chill by providing a warm welcome for new Vice-Chancellor Professor David Murdoch.

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Student Health rewarded for MMR vaccine mahi

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Thursday 21 July 2022

Student Health staff have been recognised for their “outstanding” mahi in enabling Pasifika students to be vaccinated against measles, mumps, and rubella (MMR).

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Nurturing Pacific community relationships

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Wednesday 20 July 2022

Meaningful long-term relationships with local Pacific communities are important for the University and first aid was the recent focus of a health initiative.

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