Context is best – a reflection on last week’s breast vs bottle uproar
Dr Eva Neely, Lecturer in Health Promotion, argues that when it comes to breast vs bottle, perhaps we should ask how best to support mothers instead of arguing over which is best.
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A review has found only a third of cases with severe illness in pregnancy were managed appropriately
Research shows approximately one third of cases of pregnant women admitted to intensive care units and high dependency units in New Zealand had potentially preventable severe illnesses.
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Meeting of minds to improve health and safety performance
Victoria University of Wellington and WorkSafe New Zealand have agreed to lift performance of New Zealand’s health and safety at work, through the establishment of the WorkSafe New Zealand Chair in Health and Safety.
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Public Lecture: Getting a second opinion
Event venue: GBLT1, Old Government Building“Get a second opinion” is advice patients often hear –…
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Are we there yet? Scenarios for the New Zealand health sector
Event venue: GBLT2, Lecture Theatre 2, Old Govt Building, Pipitea CampusSpeakers: Lesley Middleton & Malcolm…