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flag Health NZ criticized for delays leading to patient death and cancer diagnosis waits.

flag Health authorities in New Zealand faced criticism after a 74-year-old woman died due to repeated delays in surgery for her broken leg. flag The Health and Disability Commissioner found that delays violated her patient rights, leading to complications including a stroke and pulmonary embolism. flag The HDC asked for an apology and changes to reduce operating theater delays. flag Another patient faced a four-month cancer diagnosis delay due to lost paperwork, prompting Health NZ to improve its referral systems and resource allocation.

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