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World Water Day 2023 waves

World Water Day 2023

This World Water Day we take a look at how ESR scientists are helping to support Pacific Island communities in establishing safe and accessible water and sanitation.

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Be safe, get tested: Syphilis increase sparks concern for life-threatening impact on unborn babies

Ministry of Health and the Institute of Environmental Science and Research are asking people to take steps to protect themselves and others from syphilis.

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What's happening with COVID-19 this summer? See how the virus is tracking in wastewater around Aotearoa

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Andrew Chappell wastewater treatment site