Policies and Guidelines
Public Health (Sewage and Wastewater Treatment and Disposal) Regulations 2014
These Regulations were passed by Parliament in 2014, and outline the new requirements for quality sewage systems.
Ministry of Health (International Health Regulations Compliance) Regulations 2014
These Regulations were passed by Parliament on 4 February 2014. The Regulations outline the health controls over travellers, aircrafts and ships, as well as contact tracing requirements.
Food Regulations 2014
The Food Regulations were passed by Parliament in 2014. These Regulations outline general Codex food
Cook Islands National Oral Health Strategy 2014
This Strategy outlines Te Marae Ora’s plans to improve oral health services in the Cook
Ministry of Health (Pharmacy and Therapeutic Products) Regulations 2013
The Ministry of Health (Pharmacy and Therapeutic Products) Regulations were passed by Parliament on 2 October 2013. The Regulations establishes the Pharmacy Board to regulate pharmacy health professionals and pharmacies – clinical and community.
Ministry of Health (Mental Health) Regulations 2013
The Ministry of Health (Mental Health) Regulations were passed by Parliament on 2 October 2013. These Regulations outline treatment orders for people with mental disorders.
Hypertension, Cardiovascular Disease, Diabetes and Obesity Prevention and Management Guidelines 2013
These Guidelines outline the clinical management and protocols for people with hypertension, cardiovascular disease, diabetes
Ministry of Health Act 2013
The Ministry of Health Act is the primary legislation regulating health professionals and the health
Guidelines for the Control and Management of Tuberculosis 2011
This guideline provides basic steps and protocols for the management of tuberculosis programmes and services.