Media Release March 2017
WellSouth programmes to be presented to World Congress
Health programmes developed and implemented by the Health Promotion Team at WellSouth Primary Health Network have been
accepted for presentation at the World Congress of Public Health. Programmes that will be presented include; GoodYarn,
Breastfeeding Friendly Pharmacies, and Books on Prescription. The programmes are all settings-based, and designed to
create environments which support health for the Southern Region.
“It is a great acknowledgement that the Health Promotion Team is delivering programmes to an international standard,”
said Ian Macara, Chief Executive of WellSouth.
“We wish the team well with their presentations,” he said.
The Health Promotion Team Leader, Paula Randall, highlights the importance of creating healthy environments.
“Keeping the people of Otago and Southland healthy in their community is the priority for our team, we strive to deliver
robust, evidence-based programmes, which are effective for our Region,” she said.
“It is also an opportunity for our team to get world class feedback on our programme work,” she said.
The World Congress of Public Health will take place in Melbourne from the 3rd – 7th of April 2017.
ENDS
For more information or to arrange an interview contact:
Sophie Carty on 03 477 1163 or health.promotion@wellsouth.org.nz.
Background
· GoodYarn:
A programme for those living and working in rural areas to increase awareness of the signs and symptoms of stress and
mental illness, to give people the confidence to talk with someone when they’re concerned, and to know where to get
help.
· Breastfeeding Friendly Pharmacies:
A project to support pharmacies to stay upskilled and connected with breastfeeding health promotion.
· Books on Prescription:
A project to increase access to high quality health information through your local library and via www.booksonprescription.co.nz