Emergency action required: Let’s rig the postcode lottery in defence of proper care

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Emergency action required: Let’s rig the postcode lottery in defence of proper care

Sarah Dalton_June 2020

Sarah Dalton

Side-view of Kenepuru Community Hospital, red-clad building with the name in large black writing on the front. White covered footpaths and a bus stop sign out the front
The possible closure of accident and medical services at Kenepuru Community Hospital highlights the need to address the disparities in the health postcode lottery [Image: Te Whatu Ora]

The possible closure of accident and medical services at Kenepuru Community Hospital spotlights the need for a united effort to challenge health disparities, writes Sarah Dalton

Some numbers matter more than others. The population of Porirua is primarily under 15 or over 65 When access to urgent overnight care for a popul