Children's scabies survey indicates high prevalence and misdiagnosis in Auckland educational institutions.

Aim: Here, we present results of a survey of scabies prevalence in childcare centres and primary schools in Auckland.

Methods: Children whose parents agreed to take part in participating centres in the Auckland region were examined for scabies by general practitioners and given questionnaires of relevant symptoms. Diagnoses of clinical or suspected scabies were made according to the International Alliance for the Control of Scabies (IACS) criteria.

A qualitative study of the role of Samoan Church ministers in health literacy messages and health promotion in Auckland, New Zealand.

Objective: Health promotion and health literacy activities within church congregations are not a new concept; however, this has not yet been widely researched in New Zealand. This paper explores the views of Samoan Methodist Church ministers about health-related issues and their role in health promotion and health literacy in their churches.

Methods: This was a qualitative research study with Samoan Methodist Church ministers from Auckland, New Zealand.