30 June 2000 Media Advisory
Launch, "Get Checked" Diabetes Aotearoa Programme
Health Minister Annette King will launch Diabetes 2000, the "Get Checked" Diabetes Aotearoa Programme, at Te Papa Marae
on Friday, June 30, at 9.15am.
The launch will begin with a powhiri at approximately 7.45am. Three people who suffer from diabetes will address the
launch before Mrs King speaks.
Mrs King describes the "Get Checked" programme, based on the management and prevention of diabetes, as one of the most
significant programmes the Government will undertake in terms of "Closing The Gaps" initiatives.
ENDS