Practices are raising questions about the airborne transmission of the COVID-19 virus and how they can best prepare for a higher number of community cases in the future.
Swabbing is simple, but using an accurate technique improves the accuracy of the test.
Read moreIncreasing vaccination rates for Māori and vulnerable people in our communities is the catalyst behind Pinnacle’s release of its innovative new vaccination data app.
Read moreThe Pinnacle Incorporated Annual General Meeting (AGM) will be held on Thursday, 25 November 2021 at 6.00pm in Hamilton.
Read moreSince the introduction of Empagliflozin, an SGLT2 inhibitor (Jardiance) to the tool box for the management of type 2 diabetes in February, there has been a small but noticeable national increase in the number of people presenting to hospital in euglycaemic diabetic ketoacidosis.
Read moreThe Waikato Medical Research Foundation exists to support and encourage research within the Waikato region and to assist in the publication of the results of this research. As limited funding is available to the Trustees, partial funding may be offered as a grant-in aid for larger projects (to a maximum of $30,000).
Read moreThe GPNZ 7 October newsletter edition is now available, featuring an update from Dr Jeff Lowe, Ministry of Health COVID-19 vaccination push, GPNZ's next Tumu Whakarae applications, funding for assisted dying services update and more.
Read moreSouthern Cross Hospital requesting urgent tests for their asymptomatic patients pre surgery have been reminded of the impact of this request.
Read moreAn update from GPNZ.
Read moreFrom Monday 11 October the Taranaki COVID-19 Testing Team move to an e-ordering system for COVID-19 test results, changing how patients and GPs are notified of these results.
Read moreSome of you may have seen the 'Doctors stand up for vaccination' letter. Pinnacle has spoken to the RNZCGP and IMAC clinical advisors who agree it is important to show the volume of people who support the vaccination program to protect our community and health care system.
Read moreGreen Prescription is a programme that provides support and motivation to adults 18 years and over, with the aim to improve their health through physical activity and healthy lifestyle changes. The free programme is delivered predominantly through phone support, however face to face meetings are available.
Read moreThe Waikato Postgraduate Medicine Inc (WPGMI) is an incorporated society run by medical practitioners for medical practitioners. It is a registered provider of continuing medical education and programmes are endorsed with CME accreditation. Membership is free to GPs in the Waikato thanks to the ongoing support of the Waikato DHB.
Read moreThis study day is for people working at the “proficient diabetes nurse” level on the knowledge and skills framework for diabetes nurses. Hosted in conjunction with Hauraki PHO, National Hauora Coalition, Pinnacle and Waikato DHB.
View eventLakes practices: please register your interest to attend this relaunch training session.
View eventUpdated dates and times for this series – postponed due to COVID-19 alert levels. These workshops are delivered virtually via Zoom. Each workshop is 2 hours in total. They have been scheduled fortnightly on a Wednesday from 10am–12pm. To participate, you'll need a computer with webcam and mic capability.
View eventOrganised by the RGPN, Jo Scott-Jones, medical director, presented to the NZ Young Farmers on 'Why get vaccinated against COVID-19'.
Medical director Dr Jo Scott-Jones explores the idea of vaccine exemption certificates.
Best Start Pregnancy Kōwae are a suite of best practice based assessment modules designed to improve quality care throughout the pregnancy journey. The modules are designed with a pro-equity approach for Māori hapū māmā and pēpī Māori.