The annual Pegasus Health Scholarship Awards held in May proved to be another powerful and emotional evening celebrating the diversity and successes of our 16 recipients. Samuel Equbazgi was an experienced journalist working for the Government’s Ministry of Information in his East African homeland of Eritrea before he was forced to flee. He says he
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Pae ora: Healthy futures for all New Zealanders
On 21 April, the Government announced a new health system in response to the Health and Disability Review, which looked at different vehicles to deliver what is needed by our health system. The Review found that the country’s health system is supported by a dedicated workforce, but has become overly complex and fragmented and could
Posted on Read MoreTe Tumu Waiora Working to Improve Local Wellbeing
Te Tumu Waiora (To head towards wellness) is providing a valuable component in the support services offered by Pegasus Health since being formally launched in Canterbury last year. A nationwide framework, Te Tumu Waiora has been developed over five years to provide convenient, personalised and holistic care and support for people experiencing mental distress, addiction
Posted on Read MoreImmunisation Major Focus for Pegasus Health
Immunisations of all types continue to be our best line of defense for our communities and Pegasus Health is working closely with the Ministry of Health, Canterbury District Health Board (CDHB) and communities to protect our population. We are involved in a range of programmes, including the Measles, Mumps and Rubella (MMR), COVID-19 and influenza
Posted on Read MoreNursing Diversity Brings Nursing Strength
A primary nursing symposium held in Christchurch provided a perfect opportunity to celebrate the diversity of nursing roles across both primary and community health care environments. Pegasus Nursing Development Co-ordinator, Di Bos, went along to the symposium and says it was a great chance for nurses to come together as a large group, to reconnect
Posted on Read MorePegasus Health Annual Report 2020
This year’s Annual Report and Financials are now available. Read about the Pegasus response to COVID-19, how we are supporting general practice, working with out health partners to provide primary health care, and many more stories.
Posted on Read MoreImportant message from Canterbury GPs during alert level four
People should be contacting their family doctor, or seeking care at an urgent doctors, as they normally would, during the Level 4 management period. “It is important that you remain healthy and have your usual check-ups, renew prescriptions and talk to your family doctor about health issues,” Canterbury Primary Response Group Clinical Lead Dr Phil
Posted on Read MoreMessage of support for nurses
Health workers world-wide are front footing health care during the COVID-19 pandemic. As part of our Pegasus Nursing 2020 celebrations, Michael McIlhone, Director of Nursing at Pegasus Health, offers a message of support to all nurses. View it here
Posted on Read MoreHoli celebration at Pegasus House
Pegasus Health staff celebrated Holi on Friday 28 February 2020. Holi is a popular ancient Hindu festival, originating from the Indian subcontinent. A number of staff members with Indian backgrounds wore Indian traditional dress and arranged a well-organised and well-received morning tea. The aromas of delicious traditional dishes mixed with colourful sari and decorations to
Posted on Read MoreWhere to find updates on Novel Coronavirus (2019-NCOV)
For updates on the Coronavirus relating to primary healthcare, please visit the Canterbury Primary Response Group website. Here you will find the latest updates from the Ministry of Health and CDHB as they become available. You can also find more information here: https://www.health.govt.nz/our-work/diseases-and-conditions/novel-coronavirus-2019-ncov
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