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CPD newsletter
As we approach the first anniversary of the new recertification programme we have a CPD newsletter. Here you will find some clarifications and important reminders about various parts of recertification as well as a list of accessible and UC relevant CPD.
First annual report from the Assisted Dying – Ngā Ratonga Mate Whakaahuru service published
Under the End of Life Choice Act 2019, the Registrar (assisted dying) reports annually to the Minister of Health. The first report was published last week, covering the period from 7 November to 31 March 2022. The report is available here: Registrar (assisted dying) Annual Report | Ministry of Health NZ
Seeking feedback on the Patient Anywhere Specialist Elsewhere (PASE) model of care
Dr Ruth Large from the New Zealand Telehealth Forum is seeking feedback from medical colleges on a white paper, that explores ways to deliver care via telehealth, creating a cloud-based, multi-specialty, national health provider. The paper and link to a survey where you can give direct feedback is available here: 220524-Telehealth-Whitepaper-Patients-Anywhere-Specialists-Elsewhere-PASE.pdf
Urgent Bite 135 – Thinking about Spondyloarthropathy
When is a young person’s back ache not just a strain?
Urgent Bite 134 – Triceps rupture
Weightlifters are at risk of triceps rupture. What should we look for in urgent care?
MoH Updates
Regular reminders Weekly vaccination data Latest Māori and Pacific COVID-19 vaccination data is now available here. We’re also now publishing weekly flu data. This week’s statistics on the influenza vaccine uptake across the motu is available here. Collateral on Dropbox Don’t forget we have a range of collateral you and your providers can use to promote vaccinations.…
Urgent Bite 133 – The Paediatric Lisfranc
We must remember that kids can get Lisfranc injuries.
Novavax booster
Kia ora koutou urgent care colleagues, We’d appreciate you sharing the below key messages on Novavax booster with your rural networks or contacts. There are also some Q’s and A’s further below. Key Messages From 5 July, Novavax booster will be available without a prescription. This gives everyone over 18 years old a choice in…