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Budget 2023 – Expert Reaction

Budget 2023 – Expert Reaction

Expert Reactions  |  Published: 18 May 202301 June 2023

Research & development is one of few winners in the “no frills” budget, with three new science hubs, an investment […]

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Are health policies backed by the latest science? – Expert Reaction

Are health policies backed by the latest science? – Expert Reaction

Expert Reactions  |  Published: 29 September 2022

Health researchers are calling on the government to improve the way that research evidence informs health policies in Aotearoa. A […]

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RSV’s toll on health services – Expert Reaction

RSV’s toll on health services – Expert Reaction

Expert Reactions  |  Published: 14 July 202119 July 2021

A sharp spike in respiratory syncytial virus – a highly-contagious, flu-like illness – is especially affecting kids and babies, and stretching hospital emergency departments. What are the […]

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New agencies created in massive health revamp – Expert Reaction

New agencies created in massive health revamp – Expert Reaction

Expert Reactions  |  Published: 21 April 202105 May 2021

The government has announced sweeping changes to the health and disability system. The changes include replacing the 20 DHBs with a national body – […]

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Racism in healthcare and COVID-19 – Expert Reaction

Racism in healthcare and COVID-19 – Expert Reaction

Expert Reactions  |  Published: 04 September 202004 September 2020

Two studies have documented the effects of inequity and racism in our healthcare system. A Te Pūnaha Matatini study shows the estimated […]

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Parents most in need of cot death information left out – In the News

In the News  |  Published: 23 August 2016

Māori parents are less likely to receive ‘safe sleep’ advice despite their babies having a high risk of cot death – […]

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