This report combines the Ministry of Health annual New Zealand Health survey results (November 2020) with health polls carried out by Research New Zealand to explore where we stand on the priority areas for the New Zealand Health System; specifically looking at New Zealanders’ views...
Social media posts from 14 of 20 of the nation’s biggest food and drink brands during March, April and May 2020 referenced the Covid-19 response, according to an analysis just published in the journal Frontiers in Nutrition.Covid-washing “portrays a company as empathetic and contributing in a...
This paper analysed the media reactions to this tax, introduced in April 2018. The results showed the tax has high support from scientists and the government however there is negativity from the food industry. Read here ...
The NutriNet-Santé study is an ongoing investigation into the relationship between nutrition and health. This article is an overview of the findings to date. Read article ...
This systematic review and meta-analysis concluded that higher consumption of eggs (more than one egg a day) was not associated with increased risk of cardiovascular disease, but was associated with a significant reduction in risk of coronary artery disease. Read research ...
The Government is taking control of water fluoridation from councils and giving it to the Director General of Health.Associate Health Minister Dr Ayesha Verrall announced the policy last Thursday. “Around 6,500 children under the age of nine were admitted to hospital for tooth decay and associated...
"There is now a real opportunity for the government to strengthen the public health response to all health challenges. A Public Health Agency would be a key legacy of this government. It is of concern, therefore, that there is little sign of progress on the...
This toolkit is a practical resource that supports and encourages health professionals and interested organisations to engage in advocacy.The updated toolkit features more examples and case studies, a comprehensive guide to evaluation, and more tips on working with the media. Download here ...
Food Standards Australia New Zealand (FSANZ) today announced new requirements for allergen labelling on packaged foods. The changes to the Australia New Zealand Food Standards Code (the Code) will help ensure mandatory food allergen declarations are clear and consistent so that consumers have the information they...
New Behind the Hype information sheet has been added to the Nutrition and Activity Hub. Download Information Sheet ...
