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
Sorrows of society: Tackling the Aotearoa suicide crisis
Wednesday 25 September 2024, 08:45 AM

Patrice Dougan tackles a challenging subject for Mental Health Awareness Week [Image: Lemono on iStock]
With alarming youth suicide rates, the Government is focusing on prevention, community support and workforce growth. But, as deputy editor Patrice Dougan asks, will it be enough to address the deep-rooted challenges?
I couldn’t easily find statistics on suicide in general practice in New Zealand, but we know it’s happening
This week is Mental Health Awareness
Kia ora and welcome to New Zealand Doctor Rata Aotearoa
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