This report presents insights from complaints made to the Health and Disability Commissioner (HDC) from 2023 to 2025 about the experiences of disabled people | tāngata whaikaha when using health services. The themes in this report can help identify where health systems can better support the rights of disabled people … Read more
The “Deaf health stories” project (2017) explores the experiences of Deaf New Zealanders in accessing healthcare and health information. 40 Deaf people from around New Zealand shared their stories about barriers in this setting as well as strategies they have used in advocating for their right to access information, communication, … Read more
Fuel prices have gone up because of conflict in the Middle East. This has made everyday life more expensive. Common types of fuel are petrol and diesel. Many home and community support workers need to drive to do their jobs. Home and community support workers help disabled people to live … Read more
Overview The Ministry of Health is asking for your feedback on the draft Mental Health and Wellbeing Strategy (the Strategy). The Strategy will set the direction for how the health system improves mental health and wellbeing outcomes for New Zealanders over the next ten years. That includes improving mental health … Read more
Watch here: https://www.youtube.com/live/Rhp5gEtUhGk On Thursday 23 April, Dental for All launched our new policy paper, Fixing Oral Healthcare in Aotearoa New Zealand: A Costed Policy Plan for Delivering Dental for All. We were delighted to have many of you join us for this important moment in our campaign for free, … Read more
Why has the Te Aho o Te Kahu | Cancer Control Agency (the Agency) focused on disabled people? In 2021, the Agency identified a lack of research on cancer incidence and cancer outcomes for disabled people in Aotearoa New Zealand. These new reports aim to highlight issues or attitudes that … Read more
This document provides an update on the work of the Royal Commission of Inquiry into COVID-19 Lessons Learned and a summary of the public hearings held by the Inquiry in July 2025. The Royal Commission of Inquiry into COVID-19 Lessons Learned was set up to learn from Aotearoa New Zealand’s … Read more
Whooping cough is a serious infection that causes a long coughing illness. It spreads easily between people. Whooping cough can be very serious for pēpi, tamariki and older adults. How whooping cough spreads Whooping cough spreads easily between people by coughing and sneezing. A person with whooping cough is likely … Read more
Measles is very contagious, which means it spreads very easily between people. Measles can cause serious health problems, including chest infections and brain swelling, which can result in hospitalisation or death. Measles can have long term impacts on a person’s health as it affects the immune system. How do I … Read more
Summary Document – November 2025 We are seeking feedback on the draft Carers’ Strategy Action Plan The Ministry of Social Development (MSD) is seeking feedback on the draft Carers’ Strategy Action Plan (Action Plan), which sets out government actions to support family, whānau, aiga, or individual carers. This document provides … Read more
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