News
The latest news and information from Toi Te Ora Public Health Service.
December 2008
24.12.2008 - Health Warning Extended: Toxic shellfish
As a result of follow up testing, people are now advised to avoid collecting or eating shellfish from the wider Coromandel and Bay of Plenty...
18.12.2008 - Health Warning: Toxic algae found in Waimana River
Potentially toxic algal mats have been found covering the bed of the Waimana River in the Eastern Bay of Plenty during an inspection by scientists...
17.12.2008 - Health Warning: Toxic shellfish found along Bay of Plenty coastline
People are advised not to collect or eat shellfish from beaches and river mouths from Mount Maunganui to the Rangitaiki River until further...
16.12.2008 - Avoid bugs on the barbie this summer
Temperatures are rising, we’re eating outdoors with friends and family and the BBQ has taken pride of place on the deck. Summer is a great...
16.12.2008 - Top tips for a happy, healthy Christmas
Christmas is fast approaching, a time of frenzied shopping, summer holidays and often over indulgence. Families in the Bay of Plenty and Lakes...
15.12.2008 - New DVD to help parents engage with teens about safe partying
A new resource has been launched to help parents and the wider community support young people to make responsible choices around alcohol and...
8.12.2008 - Take a second look before taking a dip this summer
A recent Consumer NZ water quality survey confirms what we know – beaches, rivers and lakes in the Bay of Plenty and Lakes are great for...
2.12.2008 - Active transport - you can do it!
Ever thought about ditching your car and biking or walking to work? Toi Te Ora – Public Health is launching an Active Transport campaign to...
1.12.2008 - Make sure its safe before it hits the pantry
With up to 40% of food-borne illness occurring in the home, it’s important for people to know how to keep their food safe to avoid food...
1.12.2008 - Stress less this Christmas
While its fun planning Christmas celebrations and shopping for family and friends, the process can be very stressful - especially if your finances...
