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• Assisted dying eligibility and access

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  Eligibility criteria There are strict eligibility criteria for assisted dying. Not everyone with a terminal illness will be eligible for assisted dying. The Act states that to be eligible, the person must meet all of the criteria. The person must be: aged 18 years or over a citizen or permanent resident of New Zealand suffering from a terminal illness that is likely to end their life within six months in an advanced state of irreversible decline in physical capability experiencing unbearable suffering that cannot be relieved in a manner that the person considers tolerable competent to make an ...

• Carer Support Subsidy

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  ... is to provide full-time Carers with time to themselves as a break from their full-time Carer role. This can mean reimbursement of some of the costs of engaging a support person to care and support the person in need of care or purchases which will provide the Carer with respite. Carer Support for older people, people living with long-term chronic health conditions, or mental health and addiction issues is funded by Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora. What is Carer Support Carer Support is a subsidy that helps you take some time out for yourself. It provides reimbursement for some of the co ...

• Long COVID for health professionals

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  Overview Most people with COVID-19 recover within 2–6 weeks. For some, a full recovery will take up to 12 weeks. A smaller group of people report a diverse range of symptoms for weeks or months after the expected recovery period, a condition termed ‘long COVID’. The presence of lingering symptoms may have a significant impact on the daily lives of those who are affected, and their family and whānau. Definition The term ‘long COVID’ is commonly used to describe signs and symptoms that continue or develop for weeks or months after acute COVID-19 and cannot be explained by an alte ...

• Appendix 8: Anatomic locations of ventricular septal defects

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  The   inlet septum   separates the two atrioventricular (AV) valves.   The   outlet septum   includes the conal and infundibular septum and is the region below the arterial valves and above the crista supraventricularis.   The   membranous septum   is the thin portion in the left ventricular outflow tract (LVOT) just beneath the aortic valve and under the crista supraventricularis.   The   muscular septum   is the thickest portion of the septum, extending from the tricuspid valve attachments to the apex.   Perimembranous ventricular s

• About the International Health Regulations

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  ... (IHR) 2005, which replaced the earlier IHR 1969. These Regulations are binding on New Zealand under our World Health Organization (WHO) membership.   The revised International Health Regulations were adopted on 23 May 2005 by the World Health Assembly. These regulations entered into force in June 2007. In December 2006, the New Zealand Government agreed that New Zealand would fully implement them. The expanded purpose and scope of the IHR 2005 are to ‘prevent, protect against, control, and provide a public health response to the international spread of disease, and which avoid ...

• Diabetes National Clinical Network

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  ... rate of any condition over the past decade. In Aotearoa, this harm is felt most acutely and inequitably in our Māori, Pacific, Indian and disabled communities. The Diabetes National Clinical Network Mahitahi Matehuka is dedicated to addressing these inequities and improving the care and outcomes for all whānau with diabetes. We aim to: reduce health inequities by focusing on the communities most affected by diabetes enhance diabetes care through collaboration and innovation in healthcare practices support healthcare professionals by providing resources, training, and a platform for sharing ...

• Hepatitis (viral) - not otherwise specified

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  ... G is usually associated with chronic hepatitis B or hepatitis C infection or human immunodeficiency virus (HIV). There is little proof that hepatitis G (HGV) causes serious liver disease at any age. It is possible that HGV may not be a true ‘hepatitis’ virus. More detailed epidemiological information is available on the  Institute of Environmental Science and Research (ESR) surveillance website (external link) . Case definition Expand all Clinical description Clinical description An illness with variable symptoms including fever, malaise, anorexia and nausea with jaundice and/or el ...

• Minister of Health Volunteer Awards

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  Minister of Health Volunteer Awards Categories Thank you to all past nominees and 2022 Award recipients. These Awards recognise the hundreds and thousands of committed and generous volunteers across the motu. We’re taking some time now to reflect on how we can take the Awards forward and will be back shortly. It goes without saying that we’ll engage our stakeholders and health sector partners in shaping what comes next Categories Health Volunteer of the Year Outstanding achievement by a Health Care Provider Service (including hospitals, Public Health Organisations and General Practice prac ...

• Professional Development Recognition Programme

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  Overview of the Professional Development Recognition Programme The Professional Development Recognition Programme (PDRP) is a significant initiative for nurses in New Zealand.  National programme: Endorsed by the Nursing Council of New Zealand and the New Zealand Nurses Organisation (NZNO). Purpose : Advance professional development in nursing. Support nurses in demonstrating competency to the Nursing Council of New Zealand. Fulfil obligations under the NZNO Nurses’ MECA. Promote and reward expertise: Recognises and rewards nursing expertise. Quality patient outcomes: Acknowledges the c ...

• Acute Mental Health Unit

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  Virtual tour of new Acute Mental Health Unit This virtual tour shows progress as of June 2024.  January - March 2025 Construction of our new facility is on track for completion by the mid-2025.  Outside, the landscaping is going well and a walkway is being established providing connection to the hospital. This will be used by patients and staff, as well as for the delivery of stores, meals, etc.  Internally, the fit-out is progressing well. There is a strong cultural theme to the design throughout the building and in the landscaping. This includes pou whakairo which are now are ...