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
Change the health model. Opt for wellness centres and equity to make a difference
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I HAVE A DREAM...
Change the health model. Opt for wellness centres and equity to make a difference
Monday 17 June 2019, 10:18 AM

Jenny Carryer is professor of nursing at Massey University and executive director of the College of Nurses, Aotearoa
Jenny Carryer envisages a new direction for primary healthcare, focusing on health promotion, education and maintenance
Separating the tyranny of the acute from health maintenance would allow the development of genuine continuity of care
For more than 20 years now,
Kia ora and welcome to New Zealand Doctor Rata Aotearoa
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