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ABC News
5 days ago
- Health
- ABC News
Melissa Maykin
As this trend spreads, concerns are growing about the risks of brain injuries and the intense pressure on young men to prove themselves. 2h ago 2 hours ago Thu 5 Jun 2025 at 12:05am Fijians used 626.13 terabytes of data watching porn last quarter, according to one telco, landing it in the top 10 countries worldwide for pornography-related searches. Thu 7 Dec Thu 7 Dec Thu 7 Dec 2023 at 6:45pm The Pacific Games has been heralded as a "resounding triumph" for the Pacific region, but with ill Solomon Islanders treated in hospital car parks, some are asking, at what cost? Tue 5 Dec Tue 5 Dec Tue 5 Dec 2023 at 5:39am The first register of its kind in the South Pacific will identify children living with cerebral palsy to help improve understanding, reduce risk factors and meet their needs. Wed 29 Nov Wed 29 Nov Wed 29 Nov 2023 at 7:57pm The developing system is the second cyclone of the South Pacific season which only began a fortnight ago. Tue 14 Nov Tue 14 Nov Tue 14 Nov 2023 at 7:34am Pasifika people are generous people – their commitment to serving and supporting others is central to their identities. But that generosity comes at a cost. Fri 10 Nov Fri 10 Nov Fri 10 Nov 2023 at 11:47pm Several of Australia's Pacific neighbours have encouraged the country to adopt the Voice. So, how do they ensure Indigenous voices are heard? Wed 4 Oct Wed 4 Oct Wed 4 Oct 2023 at 7:55pm With work underway to update New Caledonia's unique way of grappling with its colonial history, pro-independence Kanak leaders reflect on the gains made and the path ahead for the French territory. Sat 30 Sep Sat 30 Sep Sat 30 Sep 2023 at 7:21pm With the body a canvas for breathtaking craftsmanship and the transfer of knowledge, the tatau is etched into stretched skin using needle-sharp animal bones. Fri 11 Aug Fri 11 Aug Fri 11 Aug 2023 at 8:49pm Repurposed medical supplies from Queensland hospitals are improving health services for rural Papua New Guineans, who volunteers say have been left behind by their government. Sat 15 Jul Sat 15 Jul Sat 15 Jul 2023 at 7:57pm While bees are proving their worth as an effective side hustle, they're also helping communities in Solomon Islands in the fight against climate change. Fri 7 Jul Fri 7 Jul Fri 7 Jul 2023 at 9:36pm Tonga looks set to become the first Pacific country to experiment with wave technology when work commences on a power wave park later this year. Thu 22 Jun Thu 22 Jun Thu 22 Jun 2023 at 6:57pm New Zealanders on recently approved permanent resident visas call for refunds after the government streamlined their path to citizenship, making their visas virtually redundant. Fri 9 Jun Fri 9 Jun Fri 9 Jun 2023 at 7:26pm While New Zealanders have welcomed easier, cheaper pathways to gain Australian citizenship, some say they were left in the dark about plans to abolish an expensive visa that will soon be redundant. Tue 16 May Tue 16 May Tue 16 May 2023 at 7:00pm Proudly representing the Brisbane suburb of Goodna, Samoan rapper Talisi Poasa is breaking new ground for Pasifika in Australia and broadening the horizons of his beloved community, "the four-three". Sat 15 Apr Sat 15 Apr Sat 15 Apr 2023 at 7:37pm Believed to have crashed into the sea off PNG's Manus Island, the rare interstellar meteor was one of the first ever documented, and it has scientists questioning if it could be artificially made. Sat 15 Apr Sat 15 Apr Sat 15 Apr 2023 at 12:04am A landmark resolution by Vanuatu law students and its government to get climate change to the world's highest court has been adopted by the United Nations, in a bid to clarify if states are responsible for preventing climate harm. Thu 30 Mar Thu 30 Mar Thu 30 Mar 2023 at 1:30am A large contingent of ADF troops has begun a humanitarian mission in Vanuatu in the wake of last week's twin cyclone disaster, while the nation's seasonal workers in Australia are raising money for affected families. Mon 13 Mar Mon 13 Mar Mon 13 Mar 2023 at 8:32pm From cooking tutorials to family-focused gyms, these Pacific Islanders are trying to curb the disproportionate rates of chronic disease in their communities. Wed 8 Mar Wed 8 Mar Wed 8 Mar 2023 at 7:58pm Australia is sending RAAF planes, HMAS Canberra and 600 personnel to help Vanuatu's population rebuild after "evil twin" cyclone event. Mon 6 Mar Mon 6 Mar Mon 6 Mar 2023 at 5:57am Tongan woman Esitia Tupou moderates a Facebook page for Polynesians in Brisbane where they expose men they claim cheat on girlfriends, wives, and families. But experts warn it comes with risks. Fri 17 Feb Fri 17 Feb Fri 17 Feb 2023 at 6:54pm Chewed across South-East Asia and the Pacific, a market for the intoxicating betel nut has opened up in Australia, giving some Solomon Islander seasonal workers a taste of home. Thu 19 Jan Thu 19 Jan Thu 19 Jan 2023 at 10:27pm Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese will address the Papua New Guinea national parliament and visit the resting place of the late Sir Michael Somare during a two-day visit next week. Thu 5 Jan Thu 5 Jan Thu 5 Jan 2023 at 5:48am A Papua New Guinean researcher calls for Australia to help deliver its next national census amid speculation the population is as high as 17 million. Wed 4 Jan Wed 4 Jan Wed 4 Jan 2023 at 7:35pm Fiji's police force says it has requested assistance from the country's military after reports of violence in the wake of last week's national election. Thu 22 Dec Thu 22 Dec Thu 22 Dec 2022 at 11:22pm
ABC News
27-05-2025
- General
- ABC News
From childhood games to public spectacle, Run It Straight has taken a deadly turn
A New Zealand teenager has died from serious head injuries after taking part in a private contest inspired by the viral Run It Straight challenge, where players bulldoze into each other at full speed. What started as a childhood backyard pastime has grown into large-scale events attracting crowds, influencers, and prize money up to $200,000. As this trend spreads from Australia's diaspora around the world, concerns are growing about the risks of brain injuries and the intense pressure on young men to prove themselves. This Pacific Pulse special explores the cultural roots of Run It Straight, the rising dangers, and calls for greater awareness. Lefaoali'i Dr Dion Enari is a Samoan academic and Associate Professor at Unitec in Aotearoa, New Zealand within Ngā Wai a Te Tūī Māori and Indigenous Research Centre. Dr Andrew Affleck is a medical scientist and Brain Bank Manager at Royal Prince Alfred Hospital in Sydney, Australia. Onehunga Mata'uiau is a former Manu Samoa rugby player and coach who leads a rugby academy focused on developing young players' skills with an emphasis on safety. Shenei Penaia is a mental health worker and advocate based in Naarm, Melbourne, Australia.
Yahoo
12-05-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
NHS Scheme to cut childbirth brain injuries extended
An NHS scheme to reduce brain injuries in childbirth will be rolled out nationally after a pilot across nine hospitals including six in the North West. The Department of Health said the scheme would help maternity staff "respond more effectively" in labour emergencies, including when a baby's head becomes lodged deep during a caesarean birth. Since October, hundreds of maternity staff across north-west England and London have been involved in developing the programme, which could prevent conditions like cerebral palsy. Health Secretary Wes Streeting said: "All expectant mothers giving birth in an NHS hospital should have peace of mind that they are in safe hands." He said the Avoiding Brain Injuries in Childbirth (ABC) scheme would "give staff across the country the right tools and training to deliver better care to women and their babies". It is hoped it will improve maternity staff's identification of when a baby is in distress during labour, leading to medics providing a quicker response. The six North West hospitals where the scheme was piloted included Liverpool Women's NHS Foundation Trust and the Countess of Chester Hospital NHS Foundation Trust. A Department of Health spokesperson said it wanted to "reduce unacceptable inequalities in maternity outcomes across England – so that most maternity units achieve outcomes comparable to the highest-performing 20% of trusts". In 2024, an inquiry into traumatic childbirths called for an overhaul after finding poor care is "all-too-frequently tolerated as normal". Mr Streeting said the government was "supporting trusts to make rapid improvements and training thousands more midwives – but I know more needs to be done". "We will put women's voices right at the heart of our reforms as we work to improve care." The government said it was also "dedicated" to improving maternity services as well as "setting an explicit target to close the Black and Asian maternal mortality gap". Ranee Thakar, president of the Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists, added: "The ABC programme supports multidisciplinary maternity teams to deliver safer, more personalised care. "We have heard what a difference it makes, supporting teams to work effectively together in time-sensitive and high-pressure situations. Gill Walton, chief executive of the Royal College of Midwives, said the "key to the success" was "based on the voices of women, families and maternity staff". "Every midwife, maternity support worker, obstetrician, anaesthetist and sonographer wants to provide good, safe care – and the best way to do that is by working and training together." Read more stories from Cheshire, Lancashire, Greater Manchester and Merseyside on the BBC, watch BBC North West Tonight on BBC iPlayer and follow BBC North West on X.
BBC News
12-05-2025
- Health
- BBC News
Scheme to cut brain injuries during birth to launch across England
An NHS scheme to reduce brain injuries in childbirth will be rolled out nationally after a pilot across nine hospitals including six in the North Department of Health said the scheme would help maternity staff "respond more effectively" in labour emergencies, including when a baby's head becomes lodged deep during a caesarean October, hundreds of maternity staff across north-west England and London have been involved in developing the programme, which could prevent conditions like cerebral palsy. Health Secretary Wes Streeting said: "All expectant mothers giving birth in an NHS hospital should have peace of mind that they are in safe hands." He said the Avoiding Brain Injuries in Childbirth (ABC) scheme would "give staff across the country the right tools and training to deliver better care to women and their babies".It is hoped it will improve maternity staff's identification of when a baby is in distress during labour, leading to medics providing a quicker six North West hospitals where the scheme was piloted included Liverpool Women's NHS Foundation Trust and the Countess of Chester Hospital NHS Foundation Trust.A Department of Health spokesperson said it wanted to "reduce unacceptable inequalities in maternity outcomes across England – so that most maternity units achieve outcomes comparable to the highest-performing 20% of trusts". In 2024, an inquiry into traumatic childbirths called for an overhaul after finding poor care is "all-too-frequently tolerated as normal". Mr Streeting said the government was "supporting trusts to make rapid improvements and training thousands more midwives – but I know more needs to be done"."We will put women's voices right at the heart of our reforms as we work to improve care."The government said it was also "dedicated" to improving maternity services as well as "setting an explicit target to close the Black and Asian maternal mortality gap". 'Time-sensitive situation' Ranee Thakar, president of the Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists, added: "The ABC programme supports multidisciplinary maternity teams to deliver safer, more personalised care."We have heard what a difference it makes, supporting teams to work effectively together in time-sensitive and high-pressure Walton, chief executive of the Royal College of Midwives, said the "key to the success" was "based on the voices of women, families and maternity staff"."Every midwife, maternity support worker, obstetrician, anaesthetist and sonographer wants to provide good, safe care – and the best way to do that is by working and training together." Read more stories from Cheshire, Lancashire, Greater Manchester and Merseyside on the BBC, watch BBC North West Tonight on BBC iPlayer and follow BBC North West on X.
