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Palmerston North Colonoscopy Delay Fallout | Auckland News
Eight hundred patients in Palmerston North were left in the dark after being told their surveillance colonoscopies were paused — no updates until 2025, which never came. Health NZ finally apologized at a public meeting, admitting poor communication, but patients are still waiting for concrete plans. One advocate says he’s concerned about others who’ve been left hanging for 18 months, especially since private options cost $5K–$10K — not affordable for everyone. Meanwhile, 239 patients are still waiting beyond recommended time, and the bowel screening age drop from 60 to 58 is now delayed until…
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