The Health and Disability Commissioner has found Health New Zealand│Te Whatu Ora breached the Code of Health and Disability Services Consumers’ Rights (the Code) after a man was circumcised without his consent
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Media release from the Health and Disability Commissioner
A radiologist has breached the Code of Health and Disability Services Consumers’ Rights (the Code) for poor reporting of a CT scan, which may have delayed a bowel cancer diagnosis for a woman who, sadly, died of a blood infection from a bowel obstruction
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Media release from the Health and Disability Commissioner
In a report released today, the Deputy Health and Disability Commissioner has found Health New Zealand Waikato and a surgeon breached the Code of Health and Disability Services Consumers’ Rights (the Code) after the surgeon failed to perform a physical examination on a woman when it was indicated, and Health NZ did not adhere to guidelines when it advised the woman of the wait times for a colonoscopy
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Media release from the Health and Disability Commissioner
ACC Minister Matt Doocey says more paramedic and audiometrist treatment will soon be available to treat ACC clients, as part of a set of regulatory changes
As a supporter of Aotearoa New Zealand’s inaugural Te Wiki Hauora Wāhine/Women’s Health Week, The Selwyn Foundation is encouraging all older women to prioritise their health and wellbeing to prevent health crises and live healthier, more active lives for longer
Five years ago, as the 2020 COVID-19 lockdown bore down on New Zealand, a group of like-minded, purpose-driven, health professionals were drawn together
Public reporting on key performance indicators for Oranga Tamariki will ensure greater transparency and accountability for the organisation, says Children’s Minister Karen Chhour
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Media release from Karen Chhour, minister for children
Next week, Tend Health launches its first Te Wiki Hauora Wāhine/Women’s Health Week to raise awareness, educate, encourage and empower Kiwi women to prioritise their health and wellbeing
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