Mike Bedford

Guest writer

Dr Mike Bedford is New Zealand’s most experienced Public Health qualified specialist for health and wellbeing in early childhood education settings. He has a Master of Public Health, and a PhD, both focused on health in early care and education. He established the Wellington regional ECE Public Health programme in the 90s, and has investigated about 50 ECE related outbreaks. He has also made about 1500 centre visits and run about 200 lectures and workshops for ECE teachers on wellbeing and centre design. You can contact Mike at mike.bedford@rockpool.nz.

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Why I’m worried about early childhood centres operating under Covid alert level three

As confusion surrounds the requirements for ECE centres, it's important to remember the risks inherent in these environments.

By Mike Bedford | 3rd September, 2021

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Covid-19: An urgent need to enable voluntary absence from ECE

They're far the highest risk gatherings for disease transmission in our communities. The ministry must act.

By Mike Bedford | 19th March, 2020

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Covid-19: Simple tips for teachers in schools and early education

From hygiene and ventilation through to seizing the educational moment, there are some basic steps to take.

By Mike Bedford | 19th March, 2020