Neurodiversity is part of the interwoven uniqueness of the human condition. It involves a difference in processing of the world around us. Recognising and reinforcing strengths, whilst supporting those that
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Improving Early Cancer Diagnosis
There are known disparities and inequities in cancer diagnosis and treatment. In primary care we have an important role to play in encouraging screening, advocating for patients, communication (patients, family,
Posted on Read MoreGut Instincts: Why gut health matters
Gastrointestinal symptoms are a common cause of presentations to primary care. Up to 40% of people may have symptoms at any point in time. Key developments in recent years, driven
Posted on Read MoreHome screening for bowel cancer rolls out in Waitaha Canterbury
Canterbury began rolling out the National Bowel Screening Programme in October 2020. This was part of a staged rollout across all regions of Aotearoa that began in 2017 following a
Posted on Read MoreStomach cancer survivor urges people to trust their gut
Stomach cancer survivor, Chris Parata urges people to trust their gut and visit their GP if they have any ongoing pain or reflux. Initially, Chris was put on anti-reflux medication
Posted on Read MoreCancer risk prompts difficult decisions
Testing positive for a high-risk cancer gene forced some tough decisions on Nicola Coom, but also ignited a passion for improving the lives of those impacted by cancer. Nicola was
Posted on Read MoreNew Waitaha Canterbury cancer facility opening in 2023
A new building to house the Cancer Society’s Christchurch-based patient accommodation and support services is due to be completed in early 2023. Chief Executive of the Cancer Society Canterbury –
Posted on Read MorePegasus Health signs OraTaiao ‘Climate Change and Health’ Call For Action
Pegasus Health is pleased to announce that we have signed the OraTaiao Health Professional’s Joint Call for Action on Climate Change and Health. OraTaiao is a climate response group, who
Posted on Read MoreTaking care of a loved one with terminal cancer
Ada Beaumont feels grateful that she was able to celebrate her husband Gary’s 80th birthday before he passed away from a stage four brain tumour in late 2021. The celebration
Posted on Read MorePartnership aims to improve cervical screening
Pegasus Health and ScreenSouth recently cemented their commitment to supporting general practice with their cervical screening work. A Memorandum of Understanding was signed by Keiran Horne, the ScreenSouth Board Chairperson,
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