Watch the October clinical update from Jo Scott-Jones joined by Dave Maplesden, Pinnacle GP liaison in this 33 minute video. (Written version below.)
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From 1 October 2021, the Ministry of Health is requesting doctors and pharmacies to prescribe and dispense only products that have met Minimum Quality Standards.
A paper this month in the BMJ reviewed clinical studies on the early detection of symptoms and signs likely to lead to COVID-19 pneumonia, when monitoring patients in the community.
Summary of key findings and advice
During the COVID-19 lockdown virtual consultations for POAC cases were funded. We are pleased to announce that this will be a permanent change.
Read moreA randomised controlled trial, of caffeine prophylaxis to improve neurodevelopment in babies born late preterm, is about to get underway in the Te Whatu Ora Taranaki Neonatal Unit for the next 18 months. General practices may get questions from patients who are part of this trial.
Read moreThis programme provides funding for Aclasta infusions for eligible patients. The infusion is to be provided in the community by the patient’s general practice.
View detailsDr Jo Scott-Jones and Dr Dave Maplesden discuss assessing capacity (in activating enduring power of attorney), HPV screening, changes to opioid prescribing and more.