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Doctors Strike for Patient Safety Amid Workforce Crisis

5/1/2025

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The New Zealand Women in Medicine (NZWIM) Charitable Trust is calling on the government to rethink health workforce reforms, prioritizing patient safety and cultural responsibilities. Meanwhile, senior doctors are gearing up for a 24-hour strike, protesting inadequate pay and staffing shortages, underscoring the urgent need for enhanced funding and support in the healthcare sector.

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Story summary

The New Zealand Women in Medicine (NZWIM) Charitable Trust is calling on the government to rethink health workforce reforms, prioritizing patient safety and cultural responsibilities. Meanwhile, senior doctors are gearing up for a 24-hour strike, protesting inadequate pay and staffing shortages, underscoring the urgent need for enhanced funding and support in the healthcare sector.