Doctors raise concerns over new after-hours healthcare funding

RNZOtago Daily TimesNZ HeraldMonday 19 May 2025 · 3 outlets · 4 reports · updated
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General practice doctors have welcomed government funding for after-hours urgent healthcare but expressed concerns that the amount is light. While the boost aims to support rural and remote communities, doctors are worried about how these services will be staffed due to a lack of trained workers.

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First reported by RNZ, Mon 19 May 2025, 5:31am · 4 reports from 3 outlets over 6 hours
  1. RNZRNZ

    New funding for after-hours care 'not going to go very far' - GP and urgent care doctor (opens in new tab)

  2. Otago Daily TimesOtago Daily Times

    After-hours funding 'not going to go very far' - GP (opens in new tab)

  3. NZ HeraldNZ Herald

    Budget 2025: Rural communities to benefit from urgent care services funding boost (opens in new tab)