Dame Karen Poutasi: key obituary facts
Is Dame Karen Poutasi dead? Yes. Dame Karen Poutasi died on January 1, 2026, at age 76.
Cause of death: Dame Karen Poutasi's cause of death has not been publicly confirmed.
What was Dame Karen Poutasi known for?
He was known as New Zealand public health official.
New Zealand public health official
Died on Thursday January 1st 2026