Articles tagged with Chemotherapy
Improved Healthcare in Dargaville: New Acute Care and Local Cancer Treatment Available
6 days ago | 144 viewsDargaville residents now have improved access to healthcare with a new acute care service operating daily from 8:00am to 8:30pm, reducing the need to travel to Whangārei for urgent treatment. Additionally, a new oncology infusion service provides local cancer treatments, supporting around 70 patients annually and minimizing travel burdens. These initiatives align with the Government's goal to ensure timely, quality healthcare within a one-hour drive for 98% of New Zealanders, particularly benefiting rural and regional communities.
Tags: Simeon Brown Dargaville Kaipara New Zealand Health Minister acute care cancer treatment oncology infusion urgent care chemotherapySouthland Hospital Upgrades Fluoroscopy Machine for Faster, Safer Imaging
1 month ago | 231 viewsSouthland Hospital has installed a $994,000 upgraded fluoroscopy machine that provides higher-quality, real-time X-ray imaging with clearer images at lower radiation doses, enhancing diagnostic accuracy and patient safety. This dual-purpose system supports various procedures, including over 400 annual PICC line insertions, and also functions as a general X-ray room, improving efficiency and reducing wait times. Health Minister Simeon Brown emphasizes that this investment advances timely diagnostic services, enabling faster treatment decisions and supporting the government’s goal of quicker specialist assessments and elective treatments.
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1 month ago | 376 viewsTe Kūiti Hospital has launched a new infusion service providing local cancer treatments, reducing the need for patients to travel to Waikato Hospital. Initially operating one day a week with certified staff and on-site support, the service aims to expand as part of a nationwide effort to increase cancer treatment access in rural communities. Supported by significant government investment, this initiative focuses on patient-centered care, improving timely treatment access, and enhancing the overall experience for patients and their families.
Tags: Simeon Brown Te Kūiti Hospital King Country Waikato Hospital chemotherapy cancer treatment New Zealand Pharmac Budget 2024 infusion serviceTaranaki Cancer Centre: World-Class Care Closer to Home
7 months ago | 771 viewsThe Taranaki Cancer Centre, recently opened, provides world-class cancer care close to home for patients in the region, featuring a Linear Accelerator for radiation therapy. This technology allows for precise treatment targeting, improving outcomes and patient comfort. The facility also offers increased access to chemotherapy, enhancing medication availability and treatment scheduling, in addition to various amenities to support patients and families throughout their care journey.
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10 months ago | 2127 viewsChemotherapy services at Taupō Hospital have expanded to two days a week, doubling operating days for the first time in over 20 years, in response to increased demand driven by government investment in cancer medicines. The investment has enabled broader access to advanced treatments like Keytruda, benefiting patients in Taupō and surrounding areas. Specialist nurses from Rotorua travel to Taupō to administer treatments, reducing travel time and easing the burden on patients and their families, with plans to further expand services to meet growing demand and improve access to cancer care in the region.
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