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Population growth putting strain on medical services

WebThe demands of a growing and ageing population in the Upper Clutha has been highlighted in the Central Otago Health Services Limited (COHSL) 2021 Annual Report released last week.

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Modern health facility for Alexandra

WebJenaya said the building will help attract new health professionals including GPs and physiotherapists to Central’s workforce. The new facility includes two negative pressure isolation rooms - useful in the event of a Covid-19 or infectious disease outbreak, and a dedicated urgent care area with ambulance access.

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‘Scrambled Legs’: new walking group connects to environment

WebAn Alexandra health coach is encouraging locals to join a new walking group called ‘Scrambled Legs’. Health coach Hiwaiterangi said it's less about exercise and more about connecting to the environment as the walks will be along the river.

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Opinion: Mike King and the Mental health system

WebMental health advocate and 2019 Kiwibank New Zealander of the Year, Mike King is returning his New Zealand Order of Merit, and I for one respect his decision to stand up. He says our mental health sys

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Govt announces major healthcare reforms

WebThe Government has today announced a major shakeup to the healthcare system, with the dissolving of District Health Boards (DHBs) and the creation of a national health agency.

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Roa plans $300M private hospital in Wānaka

WebEverything Central Otago. Property investment company Roa has this week announced its plan for a $300M hospital in Wānaka’s Three Parks, and says it has sought Fast-track Approval.

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Dunedin Hospital rebuild: Will it live up to expectations

WebDunedin locals are mobilising to ensure they get the "brand-spanking new hospital" they were promised back in 2018. The $1.5 billion project has been beset by delays and budget blowouts, with health authorities now trying to find cost-savings.. That means beds, operating theatres and labs have been cut from the design. "People here …

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Fund targets nurses to return

WebThe Ministry of Health has launched a $1 million fund to attract former nurses back to the profession in the pandemic. Two hundred nurses are eligible for up to $5000 to cover training, English language tests, and …

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Foundations poured for new HealthCentral building

WebA milestone in the build of HealthCentral’s new premises occurred on Tuesday July 4 as the concrete foundations were poured at sunrise. HealthCentral GP clinical director Kate Dixon said they were grateful to the team at Medispace, Breen and …

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Two new directors appointed to Central Otago Health Services

Web15 December 2021, 9:32 AM. Central Otago Health Services Ltd. has appointed two new directors. Central Otago Health Services Inc., which runs Dunstan Hospital, has announced two new directors of the organisation. The two new directors are Francie Diver, of Alexandra, and Richard Thomson, who splits his time between Dunedin and Alexandra.

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Launch of Southern DHB Disability Strategy

WebThe launch of the Southern Disability Strategy today marks an ongoing commitment by the DHB to removing barriers to healthcare for disabled people and providing equitable health and disability services throughout the Southern district.

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DHB seeks public feedback before ‘passing the baton’

WebThe Southern District Health Board (SDHB) is asking the public for feedback on the future of Southern healthcare before it is replaced by Health New Zealand and the Māori Health Authority on July 1.

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