New Zealand study finds improved Māori lung cancer survival rates with increased GP access.

A New Zealand study reveals that access to general practitioners (GPs) significantly improves lung cancer survival rates for the Māori population. Analyzing 2,400 diagnoses from 2011 to 2021, it found Māori patients often receive later-stage diagnoses through emergency departments, leading to poorer outcomes. The study emphasizes the need for more accessible primary care and increased GP numbers to reduce healthcare inequities and improve survival chances for Māori patients.

September 26, 2024
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