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Targets proposed to shrink healthcare wait times predicted to cost $723m over two years

The Opposition is warning of healthcare funding challenges ahead, after modelling revealed the significant price tag of reducing wait lists in New Zealand’s. ....

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HNZ? Mr Whelan will see you now

New Zealanders have become used to monitoring. ....

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Teen bullied over facial growth waiting months for removal

A Tauranga teenager with a bleeding tumour on his lip is facing up to eight months wait for treatment through the health system. ....

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New lease of life for Hawke's Bay driver after Philippines surgery

Rex Jones returned from the Philippines a new man. He'd still be waiting for surgery here. ....

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Praise for life-changing overseas surgery

Hawke’s Bay chauffer Rex Jones, 73, said he returned from the Philippines last week feeling like a new man. A slight spring in his step and smile on his fa ....

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