A device that removes all clots in deep vein thrombosis in a single procedure, without clot-busting medication, has been used in the North Island for the first time, says Te Whatu Ora Capital, Coast and Hutt Valley
More than 30 practices have formally notified their PHO of problems in fulfilling their contractual obligations since June, mainly because of workforce and funding issues, according to GenPro
Pharmac’s senior managers are to front up to their board to explain how they will avoid repeating the controversy sparked early this month by the publication of internal emails criticising journalist Rachel Smalley, an advocate for better access to medicines
Colville Community Health Centre will close its doors for the last time on 27 October due to long-serving GP Kate Armstrong-Campbell stepping down in the face of funding and workforce shortages
Whanganui GPs were frustrated to be told by Te Whatu Ora only urgent medical referrals can be taken at Whanganui Hospital after the number of medical consultants temporarily plunged to just two
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