Gout resources for Pasifika peoples
Gout resources for Pasifika peoples
Explore easy-to-understand, Pasifika-informed resources designed to help you, your family, and your community manage gout well. Created together with Pasifika peoples, these guides and videos share trusted information and practical tips to support strong families, healthy living, and brighter futures.
Why These Resources Matter
Pasifika peoples experience higher rates of gout and related conditions compared to other communities in Aotearoa New Zealand, and often face greater barriers to accessing care. These resources have been developed to help close that gap, support self-management, and strengthen the health and wellbeing of Pasifika communities.
Gout community toolkit
What is the toolkit?
The Gout Community toolkit is designed to support Pasifika peoples living with gout. The toolkit consists of resources to help you, your family and your community learn about gout and how to manage it.
What is included in the toolkit?
Taking Control of your Gout Booklet
A comprehensive guide covering a range of key topics on gout designed to inform, support and empower people to manage their condition and live better with gout.
Gout Videos
A collection of videos featuring people sharing their personal experiences of living with gout, alongside health professionals who explain what gout is, how it can be managed and debunk common myths.
View the videos here
Gout Plan
Use this plan to keep track of the medicines you take for your gout and to keep your health professionals up to date.
Download the Gout Plan here
Postcards
Print-out postcards to share at community events, clinics or with patients to raise awareness of the gout toolkit.
Digital assets
Share digital materials via social media or email to promote the toolkit among your networks.
How can you use this toolkit?
At home: Use the toolkit with your family to talk about gout, how it affects your body and wellbeing, and how you can support each other to stay healthy
With your doctor or health worker: Share the toolkit with your nurse, doctor or community health worker to help have guided, clear conversations about gout, its treatment and management.
In community health services: Health professionals and support workers can use the toolkit to explain gout clearly, address concerns and help support shared decision-making.
At community gatherings: Use the toolkit in church groups, cultural or community events to raise awareness and encourage healthy conversations about gout.
Support groups: Use the toolkit in women’s or men’s groups or support sessions to share stories, encourage mutual support and offer practical tips for living well with gout.
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