LIFE COURSE RESEARCH HUI | 1st DECEMBER 2022

This hui was held in Christchurch on 1st December 2022 to present the latest research findings from the project team. Videos and presentations from the day are below.  the recent

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Summary of the research project:

Life course impact of chronic health conditions
Investigating the impact of chronic disease on families and whānau at different life stages

There is a lot of research evidence about the impact of chronic conditions, such as cancer, cardiovascular disease, diabetes, obesity, and mental health disorders, on individuals in middle and later life.  However, the indirect effects on the whānau of those with chronic conditions have been less well-studied, and these are likely to have impacts across the entire life-course.

This project aims to understand how living with a person who has a chronic condition affects their whānau – children, partners, carers, elders, and household members. It will specifically investigate what helps some New Zealand communities to thrive despite high rates of chronic conditions.

This research is intended to inform health policymakers about the broader benefits of chronic disease prevention and ways of improving the lives of whānau who live with people with chronic conditions.  It will also develop novel kaupapa Māori resources to enhance future life-course research.

THIS PROJECT IS CO-FUNDED BY:
A Better Start, Healthier Lives, and Ageing Well National Science Challenges