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NZ Herald
a day ago
- Health
- NZ Herald
‘Working really hard': Whanganui child immunisation rates rise amid disease outbreaks
'Rates have risen from around 70% in late 2024 to around 77%. Notably, coverage for Māori children has also risen in that time from below 60% to around 75%.' Whanganui Regional Health Network (WRHN) and Te Oranganui said the results were due to hard work despite difficult circumstances, including the cost of living, lasting effects from Covid-19, and childhood disease outbreaks. At the start of July, a measles outbreak was detected in the Wairarapa area. It spread to Feilding with eight reported cases. Whanganui was identified as a hotspot for the whooping cough epidemic in November 2024 with a rate of infection at 11.4 cases per 100,000 people. 'We are really concerned,' WRHN immunisation co-ordinator Sue Hina said. She said there was some reluctance to immunisation 'from Covid-19 from when the ministry put in the mandates so people think 'don't tell me what to do'.' Te Oranganui chief executive Wheturangi Walsh-Tapiata said it was 'heartening' to see a recent increase in immunisations. 'It's been a challenging space to get whānau to understand the importance in particular of their child immunisations since Covid times,' she said. Hina said there had been increased focus on educating families to be able to make an informed decision on whether to immunise their children. 'That's making sure there's enough access for people, enough information for people, enough follow-up to those that are hesitant,' Hina said. 'People have the right to decline but we want to get to the point where the people declining can have a conversation with us.' She said the cost of living crisis had also placed barriers for struggling families to get immunised. 'The social determinants make a big difference; if you haven't got a house to live in or you can't pay your rent or put food on the table, you're less likely to be worried about whether your immunisations get done or not,' Hina said. Walsh-Tapiata said it was important to talk to people in their communities. 'The critical point of difference in terms of our services is that we go to them.' It was not only Te Oranganui that worked in this way to improve healthcare provision, but iwi Māori hauora providers throughout the region. 'There has been a really collective approach by the Iwi Māori Hauora providers throughout the region to address child immunisations initially and then overall immunisations,' Walsh-Tapiata said. Meanwhile, O'Connor said more work was needed to reach the 95% national target by 2030 but the progress was promising. 'And it is down to the tireless, collective efforts of our community and primary care provider partners, supported by the Whanganui Regional Health Network.' Olivia Reid is a multimedia journalist based in Whanganui.
Indian Express
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
‘There was this hug… and it just felt different': Hina Khan on the moment she realised she was head over heels for Rocky Jaiswal; how love in illness transforms relationships
Actor Hina Khan recently opened up about her love story with husband Rocky Jaiswal, revealing how their bond deepened through moments of understanding and immense adversity. 'I met Rocky more than a decade ago, and honestly, I never thought this is where life would take us,' Hina shared at the grand premiere of their upcoming reality show Pati, Patni, Aur Panga. She continued, 'We met on the set of my first show, and when he came in, I didn't like him. But time has a way of changing things. Slowly, we started talking, and before we knew it, we were friends, sharing stories, laughing, understanding each other without even realising what was happening. Then one day, there was this hug… and it just felt different. That was the moment we knew. There were no proposals, no big words, just that feeling that this is it.' But what truly stands out is the unwavering support Rocky offered Hina during her ongoing battle with breast cancer. 'Life tested us in ways I never imagined. And through all of it, Rocky never left my side. He put everything, his work, his health, his peace, behind just to make sure I was okay. That's not something you see every day. Most people walk away when things get hard, but he didn't,' she said. Rocky, too, echoed the strength of their bond, mentioning, 'If I could take her pain and make it mine, I would have done it in a second. But that's not possible, so I did the only thing I could: be there for her. For me, that was never a big thing. I love her, and being there for her was the easiest decision of my life.' He added, 'Even as a partner, you have limitations. You sit beside them, you hold their hand, but the battle was hers… It's not about me or how I feel. It's about her, in sickness or health, in pain or love, in despair or hope. It's only ever about her happiness and well-being.' According to counselling psychologist Athul Raj, 'Support often means waking up before them, taking charge of medicines, sitting through test results with a brave face, and pretending you're okay when you're not. Love in illness gets quiet — but it's constant. It's not loud declarations. It's showing up. But what I often see in sessions is this: partners forget they're human too. They skip meals, swallow emotions, and try to be the 'strong one.' And somewhere along the way, they begin to disappear.' A post shared by 𝑯𝒊𝒏𝒂 𝑲𝒉𝒂𝒏 (@realhinakhan) He stresses, 'You don't need to be unbreakable. You just need to be real. Say when you're tired. Ask someone to step in for a bit. Let people help. Even an hour off can change how you show up the next day. Emotionally, what matters most is presence. Not advice. Not positivity. Just being there. Sitting through the silence. Holding their hand when nothing makes sense. Sometimes, that's all the other person wants.' Raj notes, 'Illness changes people. And sometimes it changes relationships before anyone is ready.' Suddenly, one person is caregiving. The other is fighting fatigue, pain, fear. And the connection begins to feel like a memory. 'But I've seen couples rebuild–slowly, quietly. Through the tiniest of things. Watching something funny together. Playing the songs they fell in love with. Taking ten minutes at night to just sit in silence together,' he explains. Touch may change. Conversations may grow fewer. But intimacy isn't always about words or sex. It's about keeping the thread of 'us' alive. Even in a hospital room. Even in silence. You don't have to pretend nothing's changed. But remind each other that you're still here. Still partners. Still choosing each other, says the expert.
NZ Herald
6 days ago
- Health
- NZ Herald
Cancer strikes three generations of family after French nuclear tests – Rainbow Warrior: A Forgotten History
She is one of a growing number of French Polynesians suffering from cancer and other illnesses linked to radiation poisoning that they believe has been passed down from generation to generation. As the podcast describes, it's Hina's story – literally the fallout of France's nuclear ambitions in the Pacific – that led Greenpeace to step up its protest campaign and then France's fateful decision to blow up the Rainbow Warrior in Auckland on July 10, 1985. 'I really felt that I had poison in my blood, in my genes,' Hina told Noelle McCarthy. 'I was a young mum when I first got diagnosed, and the first diagnosis was very bad – they thought that I had the worst leukaemia.' Hina's son was a toddler when she was diagnosed. Initially she thought she had only six months to live. 'The most painful feeling was to think that I didn't have the time to teach all I wanted to teach to my son. I really thought – how will he do things without his mum? It was the worst, thinking I will not be able to raise my child.' Hina has since gone on to have another child, but she says she knows many people in French Polynesia who choose not to have children. '[My husband and I] had a big discussion: are we allowed to have another kid? Is it responsible, now that I know I was poisoned? He also has a lot of radiation-induced cancer in his family: his uncles, his dad. We feel guilty. I think of many other people I know who've decided not to have kids and it's terrible." Noelle McCarthy (left) with anti-nuclear activist Hinemoeura Morgant-Cross in Tahiti. Growing up in Tahiti in the 1990s, Hina says she knew nothing about the French nuclear programme, except for the economic benefits. 'I remember my teacher telling us that, thanks to the French nuclear tests, we are a developed country. We have school, we have roads, the airport, access to TV, internet, all the goods in shops and at home. There was one small photo in our schoolbook and that was it.' But when Hina was diagnosed with cancer, it was her grandmother, her mother's mother, who made the painful connection between her granddaughter's life-threatening illness and the legacy of nuclear testing. 'She felt very guilty about my leukaemia – she thought she should have fought more against the nuclear testing in the 1960s, she should have protested more. I had to stop going to see my grandma because every time I visited her, she was crying.' A legacy of unspoken shame around the testing makes the connection between nuclear fallout and cancer hard to talk about, Hina says. At the beginning, she found it difficult to speak about her own diagnosis openly. 'I was ashamed to say I had leukaemia. It was a hard thing.' The "Licorne' French nuclear test explosion at Fangataufa Atoll in Mururoa French Polynesia, July 3, 1970. Photo / Alain Nogues/Sygma via Getty Images Hina's cancer turned out to be treatable. She takes medicine every day to manage it: on the day we speak, she is marking 12 years of living with leukaemia. Her illness is partly what started her on the path to becoming a politician – today she is a member of Tahiti's National Assembly, elected on a platform of anti-nuclear activism in 2023. She's spoken all over the world, including at the United Nations in 2019. 'General de Gaulle came to Tahiti in 1966 and talked to my people about a big development. What development? Miscarriage, handicaps, cancer, leukaemia? I finished my speech by saying that for 30 years, we have been the lab rat, the guinea pig of the French state.' French nuclear bombs were tested in French Polynesia up until 1996. In June the French parliament recommended the Government apologise and make changes to a much-criticised compensation law. The recommendations have not yet been passed into law. Rainbow Warrior: A Forgotten History is a six-episode true crime series. Follow the series on iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts. New episodes are released on Thursdays. The series is hosted and produced by John Daniell and Noelle McCarthy of Bird of Paradise Productions in co-production with the New Zealand Herald. Rainbow Warrior: A Forgotten History is supported by New Zealand on Air.
Time of India
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Hina Khan opens up about Rocky Jaiswal's support in ‘Pati Patni Aur Panga': says 'He put everything, his work, his own health behind just to make sure I was okay'
Much-awaited reality show 'Pati Patni Aur Panga- Jodiyon Ka Reality Check' has already set the internet buzzing with its star-studded lineup, promising the audience a front-row seat into the lives of celebrity couples we've all loved and rooted for as they take on fun challenges, navigate unpredictable tasks, and compete against the other jodis. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Among these seven jodis is and Rocky Jaiswal, a couple who have battled odds and captured hearts with a wedding that left the nation swooning. In the grand premiere of 'Pati Patni Aur Panga', hosted by and co-hosted by comedy sensation , the couple opened up about the pages of their incredible love story. And believe it or not, it began in pure enemies-to-lovers style. When Hina Khan first met Rocky Jaiswal on the sets of her debut show, love was the last thing on her mind. Focused on her career, she never imagined that the two of them would become so close. But over time, their interactions grew—what started as simple conversations turned into a deep friendship. Then one day, a quiet hug made them both realize that something had changed. There was no grand proposal, no dramatic moment—just that feeling of knowing. Later When Hina was diagnosed with cancer, their picture-perfect love faced its ultimate test. But instead of breaking, their bond grew stronger than ever with Rocky standing by Hina, who fought every single day with courage that left the world in awe. Reflecting on Hina's fight and their shared journey, Rocky shares, 'If I could take her pain and make it mine, I would have done it in a second. But that's not possible, so I did the only thing I could: be there for her. For me, that was never a big thing. I love her, and being there for her was the easiest decision of my life. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now The truth is, no matter how close you are, you can never really know the extent of what it takes to fight what Hina was fighting. Even as a partner, you have limitations. You sit beside them, you hold their hand, but the battle was hers. Every day brings a new challenge, and every day they fight it with a courage that humbles you. But she refused to back down. I'm grateful that I get to wake up wanting to do better for her, because she deserves that and more. It's not about me or how I feel. It's about her — in sickness or in health, in pain or in love, in despair or in hope. It's only ever about her happiness and well-being.' Talking about how her bond with Rocky began, Hina shares, 'I met Rocky more than a decade ago, but it still feels like it was only yesterday. Honestly, I never thought this is where life would take us. We met on the set of my first show, and when he came in, I didn't like him. But time has a way of changing things. Slowly, we started talking, and before we knew it, we were friends, sharing stories, laughing, and understanding each other without even realizing what was happening. Then one day, there was this hug…and it just felt different. That was the moment we knew. There were no proposals, no big words, just that feeling that this is it. What came after hasn't been easy. Life tested us in ways I never imagined. And through all of it, Rocky never left my side. He put everything, his work, his own health, his peace, behind just to make sure I was okay. That's not something you see every day. Most people walk away when things get hard, but he didn't.' Hina Khan's Queen Mode Activated: Fans Can't Stop Staring
News18
7 days ago
- Entertainment
- News18
Hina Khan's Florals Are The Only Blues We Want This Week
From posing confidently in an open ground to sitting casually on a staircase, Hina Khan is soaking in the lush greenery around her, making the most of the natural backdrop. Hina Khan loves to be clicked, and this shines bright in her social media posts. Her Instagram is full of her pictures, and we all love her happy and beautiful avatars. Once again, Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai served major style goals with her latest Instagram post. The 37-year-old actress, known for her fashionable flair and camera-ready confidence, recently shared a bunch of stunning photos where she exudes elegance and charm in a striking blue co-ord set. The ensemble, featuring a floral-printed shirt and matching pants, radiates comfort and class. Adding a crisp touch to the look, Hina styled the outfit with a pair of clean white sneakers and delicate pearl earrings, perfectly blending sophistication with comfort. Shot within the premises of her apartment, the photos capture Hina in various cheerful moods. From posing confidently in an open ground to sitting casually on a staircase, the actress is seen soaking in the lush greenery around her, making the most of the natural backdrop. The actress shared the snippets with three blue heart emoticons, and it's safe to say Hina continues to ace both fashion and confidence in every frame. View this post on Instagram A post shared by ???????????????? ???????????????? (@realhinakhan) Social Media Users' Reactions Fans have been quick to shower love on her effortlessly stylish look. Social media users flocked to the comments section of the post and filled it with heartwarming reactions. While a majority of users bombarded the pictures with heart and fire emoticons, others posted their sweet comments and praised their boss-lady avatar. 'So beautiful," a fan wrote. Another wrote 'Sherni." 'Just looking like wow," said a user, with fire emoticons. 'Nice, ma'am. Always good," commented a user. An individual stated, 'Uff. Queen Hina." 'Looking so gorgeous and stylish in blue. Beautiful smile, sweet face, and stylish look as always," another said. The television actress will soon appear in the upcoming reality show Pati Patni Aur Panga—Jodiyon Ka Reality Check with her husband, Rocky Jaiswal. Set to air on Colors TV and Jio Hotstar, the lovebirds will join fan-favourite couples like Gurmeet Choudhary–Debina Bonnerjee, Abhinav Shukla–Rubina Dilaik, Avika Gor–Milind Chandwani, and Sudesh Lehri–Mamta Lehri, among others. About Pati Patni Aur Panga The brand-new show has already set the internet buzzing with its star-studded lineup. Adding to the soaring excitement, the show will be hosted by Sonali Bendre and Munawar Faruqui. Pati Patni Aur Panga—Jodiyon Ka Reality Check will promise the audience a front-row seat into the lives of celebrity couples we've all loved and rooted for, testing their chemistry. As they take on fun challenges, navigate unpredictable tasks, and compete against the other jodis, get ready to watch their cheeky moments, teamwork trials, secret eye contact, silly fights, and adorable nicknames that make love beautifully messy! Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
