New Zealand faces a $723M challenge in reducing surgery wait times due to cost-saving measures, impacting patient care and healthcare services.
New Zealand's healthcare faces challenges to reduce surgery wait times, with modelling revealing a $723M cost over 2 years. Canterbury man faces a year-long surgery wait due to cost-saving measures implemented by Te Whatu Ora, targeting health districts to save $105M by June. Health Minister assures no impact on patient care, but concerns arise over credibility and impact on healthcare services.
April 28, 2024
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