Multi-drug resistant organism identified at Middlemore Hospital
Media statement 20 December 2018 | A multi-drug resistant organism has recently been found in two patients during their admission to Middlemore Hospital, resulting in the Ministry of Health, in consultation with Counties Manukau Health, declaring certain wards a ‘transmission risk area’ (TRA).
Health Science Academies pay off for local Pasifika students
Award-winning Health Science Academy students David Hansen (left) and Titus Toleafoa. Latest News 19 December 2018 | A Counties Manukau Health initiative aimed at getting more Pasikifa youth into health careers is delivering positive results.
CM Health gets official nod for sustainability efforts
Media statement 17 December 2018 | Counties Manukau Health (CM Health) has again been recognised for reducing its carbon footprint with the renewal of its Certified Emissions, Measurement and Reduction Scheme (CEMARS) Certification.
Students making a difference at CM Health
Media release 12 December 2018 | A group of University of Auckland Bachelor of Science students who recently completed their community placement in Counties Manukau Health had the opportunity to make an impact in the lives of people living in Counties Manukau.
Counties Manukau Health partners with local businesses to help employees go Smokefree
Media release 5 December 2018 | Customer relations manager Sarah Te Ao was spending $230 dollars a week on cigarettes. She was worried about her health and her children were constantly trying to talk her out of smoking.
Ease up on the drink over the festive season
Latest news 5 December 2018 | Over the festive season, there is an increase in alcohol-related presentations to the Emergency Department. Many of these accidents and injuries can be avoided by reducing alcohol intake.
CM Health encourages patients to seek right care as ED hits capacity
Counties Manukau Health is urging patients to see their local GP or visit the nearest Accident and Emergency clinic to enable the hospital’s emergency department to deal with urgent cases that threaten life or limb.