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Govt said it wanted to reduce NZ's dependence on foreign-trained doctors.
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'Repulsive': Osteopath performed sex act on patient while child sat in corner
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Cherie Kurarangi recognised for looking after gang whānau.
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Some patients who can't afford to travel to get cancer treatment are opting to stay home.
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Rob Campbell: Why move backwards and create sunk costs when we could move forward to create new value?
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The plan to end ‘postcode lottery’ in health
But National says Health Minister Ayesha Verrall's plan is "complete fantasy".
Luke Bradford: What men just don’t get about health
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Less than 4 per cent donates, meaning NZ may be forced to compete on global market.
No rules to fight gang trouble at medical facilities
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