- In Aotearoa, we also saw the resignation of the Director-General of Health Dr Ashley Bloomfield. Throughout the motu, there has been a strong feeling of gratitude for what he has done for Aotearoa. I think we can all consider ourselves lucky to have had a Director-General with a strong public health background throughout the early days of this pandemic. Showing everyone that a public health approach truly cares for everyone and really does matter.
So just as Dr Bloomfield is deserving of our thanks and gratitude, he is not alone. There are many public health workers/activists that diligently go about their business, making Aotearoa a healthier place. This public health week is as much a 'thank-you' for what has been done as it is a challenge to keep progressing forwards. We must build toward our common goals - being active and vocal about what we want - a healthy planet with healthy people.
Nā Rangi tatou, nā Tūānuku e takato nei; ko tatou tēnei
We are descended from Rangi (sky-father) and Papatuanuku (earth-mother); this is us.
Happy Public Health Week - to all.
Ngā mihi nui,
from the PHANZ
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