The number of people identifying as transgender and presenting to healthcare providers in New Zealand is increasing, in line with trends seen internationally
Clinical microbiologist Juliet Elvy says urine testing makes up the largest proportion of microbiology laboratory work – “and often, we don’t have good, clear, clinical details as to why it’s being tested”
With the current focus on demand management and the ever-present pressure on health costs, will cost-signalling by a transparent listing of test prices during test ordering be about to make a comeback?
The often-deadly Candida auris is a hazard-in-waiting for New Zealand hospitals, staff and patients, say experts worried there’s a lack of national guidance and planning for its arrival
Specialist GP Nikki Vadgama provides some tips to make your next paediatric eczema consult easier. She includes a review of new guidelines, resources, websites and medications for paediatric eczema management