New Zealand hospitals return tech upgrade funds, affecting health data access for 250K people.

New Zealand hospitals had to return millions of dollars meant for technology upgrades, affecting health data access for around 250,000 people, including those not enrolled with a GP. The funds were reallocated to fix payroll issues, delaying the Hira upgrade program, which aimed to improve digital services. The shift leaves many health data systems outdated and insecure.

November 17, 2024
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