Respiratory physician Lutz Beckert considers chronic obstructive pulmonary disease management, including the prevention of COPD, the importance of smoking cessation and pulmonary rehabilitation, and the lifesaving potential of addressing treatable traits. He also discusses the logic of inhaler therapy, moving from single therapy to dual and triple therapy when indicated, as well as other aspects of management
The first time you are called a racist, face up to it, name it, own it, change it
+Practice
In print
FIRST TIME
The first time you are called a racist, face up to it, name it, own it, change it
Monday 28 September 2020, 10:23 AM

You can still be contributing to racism, even if you protest against it
Racism in the health system results in poorer standards of care for Māori and inequities in health outcomes. GP Jo Scott-Jones helps you understand how you may be unknowingly contributing to racism, and what you can do about it
Key points, The impact of racism in the New Zealand health system is demonstrated by gaps in health outcomes between Māori and Pākehā, including life expectancy.
, Pract Green w Pale Yellow
Kia ora and welcome to New Zealand Doctor Rata Aotearoa
Not a subscriber? Unlock this article by subscribing here.