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The theme of this year’s RNZCGP Greg Judkins Prize for Reflective Poetry is ‘Connecting: hauora, courage and togetherness’ 

Deputy editor Patrice Dougan discovers how GP mentoring works

Deputy editor Patrice Dougan discovers how GP mentoring works

The ACT Party promised a a $163 million boost to primary care as part of its alternative Budget, saying the sum would increase capitation by 13 per cent

The national agency overarching the new health system has said little about what the reforms will bring for primary care – but has disclosed those among its leadership who represent primary care or have a primary care background

Ten people may have been harmed from delays in accessing breast cancer screening in the greater Wellington region, an official inquiry has found

A range of initiatives in this year’s Budget will likely help people’s mental health, but sector still underfunded 

A teenage girl was doubled over in pain after being prescribed medication she was allergic to, in one of three prescription errors 

Scrapping the $5 prescription fee is a step in the right direction, but Budget fails to address cost of GP visit

RNZCGP medical director Luke Bradford talks to Patrice Dougan about his new role, primary care under pressure, and general practice’s PR problem