The National Childhood Immunisation Coverage Survey 2005 Last Publication Date: 02 Apr 2007 The National Childhood Immunisation Survey 2005 involved interviewing the caregivers of 1563 children aged two to three years old throughout the country from January to March…
Census of Forensic Mental Health Services 2005 Last Publication Date: 02 Apr 2007 Forensic mental health services were first established in New Zealand as a response to the issues raised in the Mason Report, which presented the findings of…
The sale and supply of alcohol to under 18 year olds in New Zealand Last Publication Date: 01 Apr 2007 Reflecting the wider New Zealand drinking culture, alcohol use is also common among young people. Despite people under the age of 18 being unable to legally…
A rapid evidence review of nutrition social marketing interventions to prevent obesity Last Publication Date: 01 Apr 2007 New Zealand is experiencing a rapid rise in the rate of obesity in both adult and child populations, with significant implications for public health. Major causes…
An Idea Whose Time Has Come: New opportunities for Health Impact Assessment in New Zealand public policy and planning Last Publication Date: 27 Mar 2007 The good health and wellbeing of the population is largely a product of the settings in which people live, work and play. This means that improving…
Rural Health: A Literature Review for the National Health Committee Last Publication Date: 17 Mar 2007 This review discusses the concept of 'rurality' and outlines what is known about rural health services need, supply, and access. It discusses options for better data…
National Drug Policy 2007–2012 Last Publication Date: 01 Mar 2007 The National Drug Policy 2007–2012 sets out the Government’s policy for tobacco, alcohol, illegal and other drugs within a single framework. It does this by establishing…
ALAC Alcohol Monitor 2005-06 Last Publication Date: 07 Feb 2007 This report is based on the four quarterly monitors conducted for ALAC during 2005/06. It profiles adult drinkers and non-drinkers and youth drinkers and non-drinkers.
Developing a Strategic Plan for Cancer Control Research in New Zealand Last Publication Date: 02 Feb 2007 Research has a critical role to play across the full spectrum of cancer control - from primary prevention through to palliative care. Recognising and promoting relevant…
Urban-Rural Health Comparisons: Key results of the 2002/03 New Zealand Health Survey Last Publication Date: 02 Feb 2007 This report, Urban-Rural Health Comparisons: Key results of the 2002/03 New Zealand Health Survey, compares the health status of New Zealand adults living in urban and…