The country’s first nurse practitioner spent far too much time criss-crossing Wellington by taxi, meeting the health decision-makers and urging them to open up opportunities for the role
For Adrian Maxwell, it can be as simple as where the client is sleeping that can hint at deeper problems. Mr Maxwell is not just looking at the person’s health conditions.
Innovations brought in by iwi and Māori health providers are actually a necessary response to massive need amid the COVID-19 pandemic, says Turuki Healthcare chief executive Te Puea Winiata
A 41-year career pursuing excel¬lence and generously sharing his knowledge and good hu¬mour brought academic GP Bruce Arroll the top award in the 2021 New Zealand Primary Healthcare Awards | He Tohu Mauri Ora
Some in primary care are anxious about how COVID-19 cases in the community will be managed during the Christmas-New year holiday period, according to a new survey
Tourists heading to Northland who test positive for COVID-19 over the holiday break will be sent home if possible, says Mahitahi Hauora chief operating officer Ian Hartley-Dade
A funding package for COVID-19 in the community care is expected to go to Cabinet on Monday and general practice leaders are hoping their lobbying will result in an improved offer
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