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Every younger generation has their own set of opportunities and challenges, but mental health issues in young people are on the rise in New Zealand. This article outlines the role of primary care in supporting rangatahi as they take on the world
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Pharmacist prescribers Linda Bryant and Leanne Te Karu discuss positive polypharmacy for heart failure. Current evidence shows the intensive implementation of four medications offers the greatest benefit to most patients with heart failure, with significant reductions in cardiovascular mortality, heart failure hospitalisations and all-cause mortality
