Articles tagged with Patient Care
Health Minister Announces $20 Million Boost to Emergency Departments Nationwide
3 hours ago | 37 viewsHealth Minister Simeon Brown has announced a $20 million boost for emergency departments nationwide to increase frontline staffing over the next nine months, aiming to reduce wait times and improve patient care. The investment will allow hospitals to recruit more doctors, nurses, and support staff, with a focus on hospitals facing the greatest challenges. This initiative is part of a broader effort to strengthen healthcare services, improve workforce capacity, and enhance patient access to timely and quality care.
Tags: Emergency departments frontline staffing hospitals Health Minister Simeon Brown New Zealanders doctors nurses support staff Health New Zealand patient careChristchurch Hospital Unveils $4.7M Ambulatory Care Hub for Seamless Patient Services
5 days ago | 59 viewsThe refurbishment of Christchurch Hospital's Ambulatory Care Hub is complete, as announced by Health Minister Simeon Brown, marking a significant advancement in outpatient care in Canterbury. The hub, costing $4.7 million, consolidates six key outpatient services into one location, providing a coordinated and patient-friendly environment for services like medical and oncology day units, respiratory physiology, and neurophysiology. The integrated hub aims to streamline patient experiences, improve care efficiency, and support faster cancer treatment, demonstrating a commitment to patient-focused health infrastructure by ensuring accessible outpatient care for New Zealanders.
Tags: Christchurch Hospital Ambulatory Care Hub Simeon Brown outpatient care Canterbury Health Minister Waipapa building Parkside Block A Medical and Oncology Day Units Respiratory Physiology