Satellite medical practice at Waikanae Beach, New Zealand, closes due to primary healthcare funding crisis.

A satellite medical practice at Waikanae Beach, New Zealand, has closed due to a primary healthcare crisis stemming from years of inadequate funding. This closure affects elderly and high-needs patients, forcing them to seek care further away. General practices face significant challenges, including underfunding, outdated regulations, and staffing shortages. The General Practice Owners Association is urging the government to increase support and reform the funding model.

October 13, 2024
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