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Addressing racism is never-ending work
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Addressing racism is never-ending work
Wednesday 6 October 2021, 02:57 PM

Jill Clendon
COLLEGE OF PRIMARY HEALTH CARE NURSES, NZNO
Systemic bias and institutional racism until recently could be considered the hidden epidemic in our health system, writes Jill Clendon
A couple of things at work have reminded me that addressing unconscious bias in ourselves is an ongoing, never-ending journey.
In one incident, a s, stone koru, Use reflective practice to actively analyse your actions and identify areas for improvement
Kia ora and welcome to New Zealand Doctor Rata Aotearoa
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