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
A few words from…Donna Kielar
Wednesday 5 June 2024, 05:00 AM

National Hauora Coalition director of nursing Donna Kielar says hearing tamariki speaking te reo Māori is music to her ears [Image: Supplied]
Tāmaki Makaurau-based nurse Donna Kielar (Ngāti Hine, Ngāpuhi, Pukapuka Kūki ‘Āirani) is director of nursing for the National Hauora Coalition. In this role, she provides clinical support and advice to various NHC teams, with a focus on nurseled programmes
The best thing about my PHO mahi is connecting with other people who are passionate about reducing health and social inequities and who are working in
Kia ora and welcome to New Zealand Doctor Rata Aotearoa
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