New Health Minister Simeon Brown says changes to Health NZ executive inevitable

2 Feb 2025

Health New Zealand – Te Whatu Ora’s executive team is set to change as new Health Minister Simeon Brown says he believes a refreshed line-up is necessary to ensure the entity’s focus is centred on the Government’s health targets. Read more

Diabetics could be at risk with new 12-month prescriptions

Twelve-month prescriptions could put diabetics and other patients with long-term conditions at serious risk, warn GPs and specialists.

These documents have been proactively released by the Ministry of Health on behalf of the Associate Minister of Health, Hon David Seymour.

These documents have been proactively released by the Ministry of Health on behalf of the Associate Minister of Health, Hon David Seymour.

HEALTH SERVICES AND SYSTEMS

Covering developments in the provision, funding and organisation of health care services.

EQUITY

Exploring the impacts of the health system on minorities within the population, notably including Māori, Pacifica, Asians and LGBTQI.

DRUGS, DEVICE AND DIAGNOSTICS

Covering prescription medicines and medical devices.

PUBLIC HEALTH

Focusing on efforts to promote health and prevent disease through social and economic interventions.

DIGITAL HEALTH

Exploring the potential digital transformation to provide a more connected and accessible health system.

TE TIRITI

Monitoring how the health reforms and the performance of the health sector uphold Te Tiriti obligations.