Maori and Pasifika Whanau expertise and experiences in the ear and hearing health system in the Counties Manukau Region, Auckland.

ABSTRACT: Unaddressed hearing loss and middle ear problems have lifelong implications for speech and language development, social skills, education, and future employment opportunities. In Aotearoa New Zealand, Māori and Pasifika peoples are overrepresented in ear and hearing health statistics and experience many unmet needs. Despite the promise of equal outcomes under Te Tiriti o Waitangi, there is a well-established body of literature reporting poor health-related outcomes for Māori and Pasifika peoples. Tamariki (children) and their whānau (families) face a range of multi-factorial barriers when accessing ear and hearing health services. This study aims to explore the experiences of Māori and Pasifika whānau accessing these services in the Counties Manukau region, Auckland. The rese

SUBMITTER: Taylor W 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11938753 | biostudies-literature | 2025

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature