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
Surging complaints reflect growing consumer concerns
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Surging complaints reflect growing consumer concerns
Wednesday 17 April 2024, 09:42 AM

Health system overload is shattering workforce and patients alike [Image: Jackson Simmer on Unsplash]
Complaints to the health and disability commissioner have escalated by 40 per cent over the past four years. Morag McDowell discusses the challenges in advocacy
How do we advocate for consumer rights to be upheld, elevate the consumer voice and improve the system within the current environment?
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