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'H?koi for Health': Doctors on journey to change New Zealand's public health system


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Two doctors are hoping to turn their anger and frustration over the decline of New Zealand's public health system into a bottom-up blueprint for change.

The Hikoi for Health, a group of doctors and health professionals, embarked on a journey from Kaitaia to Wellington to advocate for changes in New Zealand's public health system. Their mission is to address the severe underfunding and workforce shortages that have led to long waiting times and compromised patient care. The group, which includes members from various medical fields, aims to meet with politicians and health officials to push for increased funding, better workforce planning, and improved access to healthcare, especially in rural areas. They emphasize the need for a sustainable health system that can provide timely and effective care to all New Zealanders.

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