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Andrew Dickens: My thoughts on the state of the healthcare system
We ended last week with some hopeful noises from the health sector.
Minister Simeon Brown was praised by academics and commentators for his increased funding for nurse practitioners, advanced training for nurses and increased training for doctors who come from overseas.
He also announced an increase in the numbers of doctors we train here.
Then, on Friday he announced the health plan which sees Lester Levy replaced by a board.
Five targets were announced, all focusing on speedier healthcare and outcomes.
And to chew through the waiting lists, the minister talked about utilising private…
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