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		<title>Various Kinds of Worms and Their Treatment</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[There are many kinds of worms that live in human body which one of them is pinworms in humans. Pinworm (Enterobius vermicularis) infections commonly happens in human being and there are more than 40 million cases happened in the United States caused by this kind of worm. Every person may have a possibility to be [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p style="text-align: justify;">There are many kinds of worms that live in human body which one of them is <a href="http://mrsdisease.com/pinworms-in-humans/2012/05/05/" target="_blank">pinworms in humans</a>. Pinworm (<em>Enterobius vermicularis</em>) infections commonly happens in human being and there are more than 40 million cases happened in the United States caused by this kind of worm. Every person may have a possibility to be infected by pinworm but most cases that happens children among 5 to 10 years old are frequently infected. The infection of this worn is caused by the dirty surrounding and the crowded area lived by people who have not realize that the clean environment will affect their health.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">Another kind of worm that infects human being and pets is roundworm. The cause of infection by this kind of worm is almost the same as pinworm that is the dirty environment. Whatever kinds of worms that causes disadvantages to human they should be removed so <a href="http://mrsdisease.com/roundworm-treatment/2012/04/29/" target="_blank">roundworm treatment</a> is necessarily done. But roundworm is usually infected pets and some treatments should be conducted like worm your pet before giving them food in 4 to 5 weeks after their birth, get rid of mice or rats because they cause this kind of worm to be spread in your pet and avoiding public areas in which other pets can defecate.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">In addition to two previous kinds of worms, there is also <a href="http://mrsdisease.com/mrsa/2012/04/21/" target="_blank">MRSA bacteria</a> that can affect people. MRSA (<em>Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus</em>) are transmitted from person to person by direct contact with the skin, cloth and some areas that are exposed with this kind of bacteria. The first symptoms of infection caused by thesebacteria are cellulitis, abscess, or draining pus. Due to its resistance to multiple antibiotics, the treatments of these bacteria are given by IV, specific oral or tropical antibiotics. Moreover, practices on excellent hygiene also should be done for those are suffered from these bacteria.</p>
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		<title>Natural Cure for Sinus Infection</title>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 01 Apr 2012 09:28:50 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Nowadays, sinus infection or commonly known to us as sinusitis, has been rapidly spreading around its virus. Having a sinus infection can be very bad at times. It is very painful and bothersome and even annoying. It can really affect you the whole day. But what really is sinusitis in the first place? We have [...]]]></description>
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<p>Nowadays, sinus infection or commonly known to us as sinusitis,  has been rapidly spreading around its virus. Having a sinus infection  can be very bad at times. It is very painful and bothersome and even  annoying. It can really affect you the whole day. But what really is  sinusitis in the first place? We have heard that many times, experienced  that in countless times but do we really know the medical meaning of  the word sinusitis or sinus infection? The meaning of sinusitis  according to a computer dictionary is an inflammation of the nasal sinus  or the inflammation of the cavities, which are located within the  immediate nose area.</p>
<p>These inflammations can cause an infection in  these cavities simply known to us as sinusitis. It can either be acute  or chronic sinus infections.. If you are a person whose suffering from  chronic sinusitis or you are not really sure yet and has some doubts  about it or suspecting that you definitely have chronic sinus infection,  don&#8217;t delay but visit your doctor as soon as possible and talk to your  doctor about it and ask for advise.</p>
<p>Don&#8217;t hesitate to ask  questions. Early detection of any kind of disease and doing something  about it is and always will be better than ignoring it. On the other  hand, Acute sinus infection is not that scary and not that serious (yet)  and can be simply treated with all natural cure for sinusitis. This all  natural cure for sinus infection can benefit you and suitable for  almost all ages. You can simply and easily use this natural cure within  your home and it can provide remedy and comfort from the pain of  sinusitis.</p>
<p>Here are some simple suggestions and advice for natural cure for sinusitis:</p>
<p>1.  Inhaling steam from a vaporizer or steamer. The mucus becomes thin and  watery and it becomes easier to get rid of it. Adding eucalyptus oil or  Vicks (the famous vapor rub) to the vaporizer can improve and increase  the decongestion. Some would want to inhale the mixture of water and  apple cider vinegar but remember, do not overuse this kind of therapy as  the acid present in the vapors can possibly hurt and damage the  membranes in your nose.</p>
<p>2. Drink lots and lots of fluids.  Preferably warm fluids like tea, water or hot lemon juice. Others like  making apple cider vinegar with a mixture of water or even drinking raw  grape juice, as this can add relief and a very good all natural cure for  sinusitis.</p>
<p>3. Applying a paste of cinnamon and water to your  forehead can give a soothing feeling from the pain. You can also use a  paste of ginger or mustard seed if you prefer. These act as stimulants  that speed up the circulation of the mucus and clears decongestion fast.</p>
<p>4.  Eating the famous jalapenos have proven its effectiveness and can  really help alleviate the very uncomfortable sinus infection.</p>
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		<title>Medical Alert Systems</title>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 01 Apr 2012 09:26:01 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Medical alert systems save lives. A large percentage of adults are now responsible for looking after their aging parents. It is a difficult transition from child to caregiver; there is a delicate balance between support and interference. Many older folks resent that they are no longer capable of the activities they once took for granted [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p style="text-align: justify;"><em>Medical alert systems save lives</em>. A large percentage of  adults are now responsible for looking after their aging parents. It is a  difficult transition from child to caregiver; there is a delicate  balance between support and interference. Many older folks resent that  they are no longer capable of the activities they once took for granted  and are not willing to ask for help. These personal systems can support  seniors with health issues who do not yet require assisted living.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">Medical  alert systems, also known as Personal Emergency Response Systems, may  consist of a built-in two-way voice communicator unit and a personal  help button. If the wearer needs assistance they push the button. The  system is monitored 24-hours a day and the person monitoring the system  will make contact with the alarm wearer. Emergency response operators  are trained to assess the situation and dispatch the appropriate  emergency services. Personal Emergency Response Systems ease the minds  of family members who may live in different, distant cities and who  worry about their parents living alone.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">Losing a driver&#8217;s license  or being unable to keep up with household maintenance are just two of  the signs that older parents need some assistance and supervision.  Medical alert systems can assist in granting continued independence to  seniors who prefer to remain in their own homes. While activities such  as getting groceries or yard work might have to be contracted out,  senior emergency systems mean that support is available for falls and  emergency medical situations within the home. Many seniors are  frightened by the thought of leaving their homes, most have spent  lifetimes there but having medical alert systems could mean the  difference between remaining at home a while longer or having to move  into an assisted living facility.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">Seniors are not the only group  who are at risk for falls and emergency medical situations in the home.  Individuals with limited mobility and other physical challenges, people  confined to wheelchairs, can also benefit from these systems. Living  alone and falling on the floor can be life-threatening to someone who is  physically challenged or critically ill. Medical alert systems can  literally mean the difference between life and death. Medical  emergencies are not the only situations where these systems make a  difference. Home invasions have been stopped in progress because the  homeowners activated their medical alert systems in time for police to  come in and arrest the offenders.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">Medical alert systems are  designed to fit smoothly into an active lifestyle. If the subscriber is  going away for a month and calls ahead, it is possible that the system  can be set up in the vacation destination if it is within the country.  If there is a change in residences, the medical alert system can be  moved along with the subscriber. Medical alert systems are available for  purchase through many companies. Most alarm systems are installed,  tested, and monitored for an affordable monthly fee. In some cases,  subsidies are available for seniors or consumers that need financial  assistance.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">There are many options available for medical alert  systems, and choosing a system can be fraught with emotional perils for  children and parents alike. Seniors have to come to terms with the fact  that they need medical alert systems; they are no longer able to rely on  themselves. Children must recognize their parents&#8217; limitations, and in  some cases might also be financially responsible for the systems that  ensure their parents&#8217; safety. Communication is especially important so  that users know how to program and access their personal emergency  systems.</p>
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		<title>Harmony Grove to Treat Eating Disorder</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[Harmony Grove is one of the best companies which are engage in the field of health and treatment. Here this company specify themselves in handling the people which has a problem in easting. So, we can say that the objectives of this company are to make you to be able in feeling the eating well. [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p style="text-align: justify;"><a href="http://www.harmony-grove.com/" target="_blank">Harmony Grove</a> is one of the best companies which are engage in the field of health and treatment. Here this company specify themselves in handling the people which has a problem in easting. So, we can say that the objectives of this company are to make you to be able in feeling the eating well.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;"><a href="http://www.harmony-grove.com/" target="_blank">Harmony Grove Eating Disorder Treatment Center</a> is one of the best treatment centers for the people who suffered bulimia, anorexia, binge eating, and many more. This kind of treatment is considered affordable in its class. Well the programs of the treatment for eating disorder are quiet interesting. Here harmony grove provides 8 bed residences to follow the treatment programs in San Diego. There is a group therapy for almost 20 hours.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">Well this company is trying to provide the warm environment condition which can get you out from the abnormal eating. The professional staff which is ready to take care of you is available 24 hours to guide you and take care of you all. Then, if you have a member of family which is suffered this kind of condition, you can try to open the web page of this company at <a href="http://www.harmony-grove.com/" target="_blank">http://www.harmony-grove.com/</a> to help you getting the best offer. The term and condition and also the facilities offer are available there.</p>
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		<title>No Other Option Than Drug Rehab Facility</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 26 Oct 2011 11:28:42 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Some people might think that they can help drug addict well without sending them to some rehab facilities. This is not necessarily true, since taking care of drug addict needs professional skills as well as medical and psychological treatment. Learning signs of heroin use might be able to be done by any people. Yet, it is [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p style="text-align: justify;">Some  people might think that they can help drug addict well without sending  them to some rehab facilities. This is not necessarily true, since  taking care of drug addict needs professional skills as well as medical  and psychological treatment. Learning <a href="http://www.delrayrecoverycenter.com/4496/signs-of-heroin-use-what-a-person-should-look-for/" target="_blank">signs of heroin use</a> might  be able to be done by any people. Yet, it is not the same as giving the  best treatment for the addict to help them cure and solve the problem  once and for all.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">For this reason, there is no other option than sending the addict to <a href="http://www.delrayrecoverycenter.com/" target="_blank">Drug Rehab</a> facilities.  By the facilities, the addict will get the best treatment from the  professional, so that they can solve their addiction problem well,  without any chance of going back to the bad old habit of drug addiction.  Besides, since they dealt with substance abuse, detoxifying needs to be  done, and this can only be done by the professionals.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">The  more various facility of drug rehab should make people realize more  that there is no other option than rehabilitation as the solution for  the addict. People can use special facility such as <a href="http://www.delrayrecoverycenter.com/drug-rehab/heroin-drug-rehab/" target="_blank">Heroin Drug Rehab</a>, to solve the addiction problem better, by giving more special treatment for the addict.</p>
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		<title>How to Cure SnoringHow to Cure Snoring</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 21 Oct 2011 13:44:14 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Snoring is one type of sleeping disorder. People who are snoring when they sleep oftentimes do not realize that they have been snoring when they are sleeping. Snoring can be disturbing and risky because it is steamed from respiration problem. You can cure snoring normally by maintaining your sleeping positions. If you are not a [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p style="text-align: justify;"><a href="http://putanendtosnoring.com/" target="_blank">Snoring</a> is one type of sleeping disorder. People who are snoring when they sleep oftentimes do not realize that they have been snoring when they are sleeping. Snoring can be disturbing and risky because it is steamed from respiration problem. You can cure snoring normally by maintaining your sleeping positions. If you are not a kind of severe snoring person, you can implement the simple sleeping tips to avoid snoring while you are sleeping. Most moderate snoring person can maintain their snoring habit by fixing their sleeping condition. Lowering head and maintain sleeping position can help much to reduce snoring.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">Maintaining your sleeping position so that your respiration organ can work normally will help you to reduce snoring. Placing pillow in equal position with your body will affect so much in changing your sleeping position. If you are a severe snoring person, using <a href="http://putanendtosnoring.com/remedies.htm" target="_blank">snoring cures</a> or snoring aids will help you to reduce your snoring. There are many kinds of snoring aids that you can find to help you with your snoring issues, such as snoring nose clip, water pillow, and many more. There are many references that you can find on the internet to help you stop snoring. You can access the information easily online to get the aids that you need to <a href="http://putanendtosnoring.com/news.htm" target="_blank">stop snoring</a> easily.</p>
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		<title>Home Remedies for Sprains and Strains &#8211; That Will Actually Work</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 08 Sep 2011 17:04:03 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Sprains and strains can be very disturbing some times and for this reason should always see to it that, the right steps are taken all the time. This is truly something so necessary and for this reason should always be made known all the time. As a matter of fact, there are really instances whereby [...]]]></description>
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<p>Sprains and strains can be very disturbing some times and for  this reason should always see to it that, the right steps are taken all  the time. This is truly something so necessary and for this reason  should always be made known all the time. As a matter of fact, there are  really instances whereby many people have often been in situations like  these but then because they are able to follow appropriate home  remedies, they come out very clean without further complications and  this is why it is so important to always look at it critically all the  time. It is worthwhile to state that, these home remedies are so  effective in several ways and for this reason should always be  emphasized upon regularly for the understanding of all and sundry.</p>
<p>In  the first place, anyone in this kind of condition should always try as  much as possible to see to it that, enormous amount of pineapples are  being eaten daily. This is yet another important aspect that of course  should always be made known all the time. Many have actually agreed to  the fact that, pineapples are medicinal to this kind of problem and for  this reason should always be emphasized upon regularly for all and  sundry to truly know exactly what is going on. The good news is that,  one must not necessarily go through hell before he or she can get access  to this splendid fruit and therefore explains why it is so crucial.</p>
<p>Furthermore,  massaging the affected part with oil known as Comfrey oil or cream is  also well noted to be very effective and for this reason should be  emphasized upon regularly for all and sundry to truly know what is going  on. This is really something so special and for this reason very  appropriate to make things known. As a matter of fact, Comfrey oil is  such that, it can often be obtained without many problems and that is  why it is so important to always purchase it at the right time. This is  truly very necessary and hence should always be emphasized upon  regularly.</p>
<p>Moreover, diluted thyme oil is yet another effective  oil that of course should always be made known to all and sundry. This  is yet something so necessary and for this reason should always be  emphasized upon regularly. There are actually instances whereby many  individuals have often testified to the good works of this particular  commodity and for this reason highly effective to be emphasized upon  regularly. This is truly very imperative and hence should never be taken  for granted in any way whatsoever.</p>
<p>Hitherto, arnica ointment is  also noted very well to be effective and for this reason should always  be emphasized upon regularly for all and sundry. This is truly something  so crucial and for this reason should always be made known all the  time. As a matter of fact, many people have often wondered why sometimes  certain ointments such as this one are mostly so effective without  actually realizing how it is made.</p>
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		<title>Emergency Care Clinics Vs The Emergency Room</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 22 Aug 2011 00:13:14 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Do you like waiting around all day in a waiting room when you have an injury or illness? Do you have lots of extra money to just throw out the car window? These are the only reasons you should be going to an emergency room. Emergency care clinics work to give you everything you need [...]]]></description>
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<p>Do you like waiting around all day in a waiting room when you  have an injury or illness? Do you have lots of extra money to just throw  out the car window? These are the only reasons you should be going to  an emergency room. Emergency care clinics work to give you everything  you need to feel good about your experience with them.</p>
<p>Emergency  clinics take care of most of the things that emergency rooms take care  of. Emergency clinics will have you in and out of there in a fraction of  the time that an emergency room will make you wait for. They will also  charge you a fraction of the cost. Most people will feel way better  about their experience at an emergency care clinic as well. The doctors  care about you more and work harder to fix your problems so you feel  satisfied upon leaving. They really work fast and friendly to get you  back to your normal life. They won&#8217;t have you waiting around all day to  treat you like a number and then not even completely fix your problem  with the proper care.</p>
<p>The people at the emergency care clinics can  do check-ups on and off site. They can travel to schools to do general  physicals for all the kids, they help with minor breaks and sprains,  they even take care of illnesses and job related injuries. You can get a  doctor&#8217;s note from an emergency care clinic just the same as from your  doctor or from the emergency room. The emergency room can&#8217;t leave and go  on site to a school, sport or camp and give physicals. These  organizations can. They can tell kids involved in the programs whether  they are healthy enough to participate in activities or not.</p>
<p>These  clinics can take care of cuts and breaks. They have the ability to do  stitches and casts just as emergency rooms can but they will do it much  faster than an ER can. They will help you to get what you need without  paying a ridiculous cost.</p>
<p>The difference in emergency rooms and  emergency care centers is the friendly atmosphere, the fast paced style  of the office, and of course the price. They just like to help people  because they care about their community. They are not trying to gain  anything from it except to treat people with respect and to help  everyone out.</p>
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		<title>Pacific Health &#8211; Current Physical Activity Status of Pacific Peoples in New Zealand</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[Physical activity (PA) status of Pacific communities in New Zealand According to the Active New Zealand Survey (ANZS) 2007/08 results by Sport and Recreation New Zealand (SPARC) 52% of Pacific respondents were regularly active, 36.5% were sometimes active compared with those who were not active (10.9%). While over half the people surveyed appeared to be [...]]]></description>
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<p><strong>Physical activity (PA) status of Pacific communities in New Zealand</strong></p>
<p><strong> </strong>According  to the Active New Zealand Survey (ANZS) 2007/08 results by Sport and  Recreation New Zealand (SPARC) 52% of Pacific respondents were regularly  active, 36.5% were sometimes active compared with those who were not  active (10.9%). While over half the people surveyed appeared to be  active enough, 47% could be more active. That is, the data suggests that  less than half are not meeting the national guidelines of 30 minutes of  PA on at least 5 days out of 7.</p>
<p><strong>Demographic profile of Pacific ethnic groups in New Zealand</strong></p>
<p><strong> </strong>In  2006, based on Ministry of Health data, the Pacific population  accounted for 6.9% (265,974) of the total population in New Zealand.  Samoa was the biggest community (49%) followed by Cook Islands (22%)  Tongan (19%) Niuean (8%) Fijian (4%) Tokelauan (3%) and Tuvaluan (1%)  peoples. Also, 37.7% of the Pacific population was under 15 years  compared to 21.3% of the total population and the median age was 21  compared to the national average of 35 years. The majority (67%) of the  Pacific population was living in Auckland (as was 66% of the Samoan  population), and 60% of the population was born in New Zealand, the same  percentage as 60% the Samoan population.</p>
<p><strong>Increased levels of PA could reduce health risks affecting Pacific peoples in New Zealand</strong></p>
<p><strong> </strong>Getting  more people active could slow down the rate of modern lifestyle  diseases such as cardiovascular disease. Physical activity may also  reduce or eliminate risk factors such as cigarette smoking, high blood  pressure and diabetes, overweight and obesity. Obesity affects more  Pacific people than non Pacific people in New Zealand. For instance, in  2008, the Ministry of Social Development reported that Pacific peoples  aged 15 years and over had higher obesity rates (65%) than the total  population in this age group compared with European/other (23%) ethnic  groups between 2006 and 2007.</p>
<p><strong>Are you active enough?</strong></p>
<ol>
<li>Are you achieving the national PA guidelines?</li>
<li>What does PA mean to you?</li>
<li>What types of PA do you enjoy?</li>
<li>What makes it difficult for Pacific peoples to do PA?</li>
<li>What would make easier for Pacific peoples to do more PA?</li>
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<p>Talofa [Hello] I am a self employed independent researcher and I  lead and manage Pasifika Research Ltd which is focused on improving  education, health and social wellbeing of Pacific peoples in New  Zealand. I have a degree in Parks, Recreation and Tourism Management and  a Post Graduate Diploma in Sports and Leisure Studies. In 2009, I  graduated with a Masters degree in Sport and Leisure Studies and my  thesis was focused on understanding young people&#8217;s perceptions and  experiences of physical activity in Apia, Samoa. In my spare time, I  like to mountain bike, work out with weights, cross train, travel, read  and write articles.</p>
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		<title>Pacific Health &#8211; What Should I Do to Report Family Violence?</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[A portrait of deaths related to family violence in New Zealand Based on the Family Violence Death Review Committee (FVDRC) First Annual Report for 2008 &#8211; 2009, almost half of all murders every year, on average, are related to family violence. More women and children die from family related violence than men. On average, each [...]]]></description>
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<p><strong>A portrait of deaths related to family violence in New Zealand </strong></p>
<p>Based  on the Family Violence Death Review Committee (FVDRC) First Annual  Report for 2008 &#8211; 2009, almost half of all murders every year, on  average, are related to family violence. More women and children die  from family related violence than men. On average, each year, 14 women, 6  men and 14 children die from family related violence. Between 2006 and  2008, on average, almost a third of all people were killed by a member  of their own family. Data compiled by the New Zealand Police in 2009  reported 88 blameable or culpable deaths. Almost three quarters (65)  were victims of murder compared with a quarter who were victims of  manslaughter. Over two thirds were male (59) victims compared with 29  female. Astonishingly, two thirds of all deaths were over represented by  male victims aged between 15 and 49. Also, 12 of 14 victims under 15  years of age were less than 5 years of age. Eighteen victims were under  17. Of 70 victims, 41 were killed by a family member. Almost three  quarters of female victims and almost a third of males were killed by a  family member or partner. By ethnicity, Maori accounted for 44% of all  deaths followed by European (30%) Asian (7%) and Pacific (6%) and other  ethnic (13%) groups.</p>
<p><strong>What is family violence death?</strong></p>
<p>Family  violence death is when a person dies unnaturally at the hands of a  family member or member of the extended family, care giver, intimate  partner, previous partner of the victim or previous partner of the  victim&#8217;s current partner (2009, FVDRC).</p>
<p><strong>Who is FDRC?</strong></p>
<p>The  FDRC was established by the Minister of Health and they report to the  Minister. The panel&#8217;s role is to review systems, policy and services to  prevent the rate of family violence deaths.</p>
<p><strong>What should I do to report family violence?</strong></p>
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<li>If you are victim, call your local police station to make a complaint and they will explain all the options to you</li>
<li>If you are not ready to make a complaint, call the Family Violence Information Line or It&#8217;s NOT ok or Women&#8217;s Refuge for help</li>
<li>tell another member of your family or a close friend about the abuse.</li>
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<p>Talofa [Hello] I am an independent researcher and I manage a  small business enterprise called Pasifika Research Ltd. Our vision is to  improve education, health and social wellbeing of all Pacific peoples  in New Zealand.</p>
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