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Protecting young hearts across Aotearoa
This was another big one. With rising hospital admissions from rheumatic fever, and consistently low awareness, we knew we had to spark meaningful conversation to inspire change. We made our campaign relatable. Relatable to the point where anyone could picture a loved one in these shoes.
From bus ads to tv commercials, our rheumatic fever campaign exceeded all expectations. Through our impactful creative, and robust media approaches, we crafted the perfect storm of behaviour change marketing, picking up two NZ Marketing Awards in the process.
In years following this campaign, rheumatic fever hospital admissions showed steady decline. Something to be proud of? We think so!
A clickable image with a play button in the middle of two young twin boys, one of which has had rheumatic fever
The back of a bus features a campaign addressing rheumatic fever, with two boys pictured alongside a message in Samoan urging action against sore throats as a cause of serious heart damage.
A double-page spread includes a heartfelt story, "I Almost Died," with a young patient in a hospital setting, and a magazine cover highlighting the scars left by rheumatic fever, emphasizing awareness.
Four posters use poignant imagery and messages, such as "I Almost Died" and "It’s Not Cool to Take the Risk," to highlight the dangers of untreated sore throats leading to rheumatic fever and heart damage.
Two boys pose with a rugby ball, symbolizing health and vitality, while promoting the importance of protecting young lives from preventable diseases like rheumatic fever.
A concerned man stands in a hospital environment with a child patient in the background, delivering a somber message about the serious consequences of neglecting sore throat symptoms.
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