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#O2TheFix – Oxygen prescribing saves lives

Waitemata DHB is the first in the country to transform the way oxygen is prescribed. Download full release  

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Keeping patients and staff healthy in, and out, of hospital

Waitemata DHB has one of the highest rates of hand washing compliance in the country. Download full release

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TransforMED puts patients’ health interests first

A new initiative at North Shore Hospital is designed to get older patients home and better quicker than ever before.

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Leadership award for medical educator

Dr Eleri Clissold works hard to ensure young doctors receive the highest possible level of training at Waitemata DHB.

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New look hospital sign for Lincoln Rd

One of Henderson’s best known road signs has been pulled down and replaced with a modernised version outside Waitakere Hospital on Lincoln Rd. Download full release.

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Baby Friendly Hospital award for Waitemata DHB

Breastfeeding wasn’t always easy for new mum Ashlee Lilo but with the guidance and support from her midwife and lactation consultant at Waitakere Hospital, little Tyson is still reaping the…

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Renaissance of Mason Clinic site underway

A new 15-bed facility is the latest in a series of developments and upgrades designed to address the growing demand for specialist mental health services in Auckland.

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One ear out when you’re out and about

Keenan’s family are advocating the One Ear Out campaign to highlight the risk of wearing headphones while walking down the street, crossing the road or level crossing, driving a vehicle…

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Waitemata DHB achieve high rates of breastfeeding mums

Breastfeeding wasn’t always easy for new mum Ashlee Lilo but with the guidance and support from her midwife and lactation consultant at Waitakere Hospital, little Tyson is still reaping the…

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Waitemata ePrescribing team wins national award

A Waitemata District Health Board electronic prescribing and administration [ePA] initiative has won the Hospital Pharmacy Performer of the Year at the 2017 Pharmacy Awards. Download full release

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