New Zealand's health system faces a massive deficit, sparking a debate over funding and staffing cuts.

Health New Zealand faces a significant financial crisis with a $722 million deficit for 2023-24 and a projected $1.1 billion loss for the current year. Health commissioner Lester Levy attributes this to overspending, but health workers and unions argue it's due to underfunding and cost-cutting measures that are making the situation worse. The controversy includes concerns over the accuracy of the reported deficit figures and the impact on staffing and services.

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