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
The Ministerial Advisory Group on the Health System
Late last year health minister David Clark announced the establishment of a new Ministerial Advisory Group on the health system.
In a press release, Dr Clark says the ministerial committee will help ensure Labour's $8 billion investment in health makes a positive difference to people’s lives. "It will provide fresh perspective and independent advice about how we can improve our health system and deliver better services to New Zealanders," he says.
He has asked the committee members to advise him on lifting the Ministry’s performance and leadership, strengthening relationships across the sector, and helping to deliver the Government’s strategic direction for health. "This work is critical to improving the quality of our health services."
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