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It’s currently business as usual at Auckland DHB as we continue to care for our patients and community – we’re here when you need us.
This morning Minister of Health Andrew Little announced changes affecting the future of the New Zealand health system.
The changes are in response to the Health and Disability System Review (HDSR), which found the public health system was under stress and that a greater emphasis on primary healthcare had the greatest potential to improve New Zealanders’ health.
The reforms include:
The reforms will be phased in over three years, to make sure existing services – including the rollout of the COVID-19 vaccination programme – are not disrupted.
Find out more about the new health system().
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