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GPs and nurse practitioners to diagnose and treat ADHD from February

StuffThe PressNZ Herald1NewsRNZOtago Daily TimesTuesday 24 June 2025 · 6 outlets · 5 reports · updated

In this story Pharmac, Matt Doocey, Medsafe

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General practitioners and nurse practitioners will be permitted to diagnose and treat adults with ADHD starting in February next year. The rule change removes the current requirement for a written recommendation from a psychiatrist or paediatrician. This move aims to increase access and reduce wait times for medication.

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First reported by Stuff, Tue 24 Jun 2025, 11:39am · 5 reports from 5 outlets over 2 hours
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