We eagerly await the launch of the new government’s 100-day action plan, particularly on health. Whether the legislation is amended, unchanged, or repealed, we will continue working alongside others to advocate in this space.
Read moreThe Pinnacle offices will close to a skeleton staff from 5pm, Friday 22 December and re-open on Monday 8 January. View specific team dates and information here.
Read moreThe summertime locum grant was established to help ease the pressure some rural practices face during the peak holiday season such as an influx of patients and the increased costs in attracting and accommodating locums during these peak periods.
Read moreKa Ora Telecare is delighted to inform rural practices of their recent successful procurement of the National Rural Telehealth Contract. After a highly competitive procurement process, Practice Plus, Reach Aotearoa and Emergency Consult have established a combined service called Ka Ora Telecare, integrating all their value-add services to provide a model of care for your practices and the priority whānau you care for.
Read moreThe Immunisation Advisory Centre (IMAC) is dedicated to providing the best possible support to undertake immunisation work in Aotearoa New Zealand. You're invited to participate in their brief 5-minute survey to contribute to the review of the effectiveness of IMAC's work. Your confidential feedback is crucial, and IMAC genuinely appreciate the time you take to share your thoughts.
Read moreIn this month's newsletter, EAP raise the sensitive topic of domestic and family violence. For those affected, it can impact every aspect of their life. EAP looks at how to support them, whether a colleague or whānau member.
Read moreAlzheimers Taranaki Cognitive Skills course is for people recently diagnosed with dementia. This program is designed to improve cognitive function, enhance communication skills, boost confidence and mood, and empower those affected with dementia. Referral from a medical professional is preferred due to the small group size and the need for people to have a diagnosis and be in the early stages of the disease.
Read moreNovember is Diabetes Action Month and Diabetes NZ is calling on Kiwi's to Step Up For Diabetes, to prevent diabetes from reaching epidemic proportions in Aotearoa and help those already living with the disease to live well.
Read morePeople who have worked for Te Whatu Ora, one of the former District Health Boards, or Health Alliance, Health Partnerships, Health Source or Northern Region Alliance at any time since 1 May 2010 may have been paid incorrectly for their leave. Te Whatu Ora is committed to addressing these issues, to ensure current and former Te Whatu Ora employees receive their correct leave entitlements.
Read moreA "quick notification" process has been set up in Waikato Hospital to ensure that if a patient dies whilst on a ward, their GP is made aware. Currently the practice may not be aware of a death until a discharge letter has been written and sent which can take several days or longer.
Read moreAn update to the common form for the diabetes annual review will go live in the next few weeks. There are prompts for questions related to sexual health, specifically about erectile dysfunction for men and contraception and pregnancy planning for women of childbearing age. Please contact the diabetes lead in your area if you have any questions.
Read moreSignificant changes are underway in the health system, driven by the experiences of the
COVID-19 response and the recent recommendations of the Immunisation Taskforce.
These changes range from simple to complex and will have an impact on the way Medical Officers of Health authorise vaccinators in their regions.
In this presentation Tess Moeke-Maxwell will reflect on the tikanga (customs), and preferences expressed by whānau Māori at the end of life. She will present the key findings of research she has led over the past 10 years, with and for whānau, under the direction of the Te Ārai Kāhui Kaumātua.
View eventPinnacle is pleased to host cervical screening training, provided by Well Women & Family, at our Hamilton Pinnacle office in January.
View eventThe Ministry of Health has introduced standards for B4SC training, recommending 24 hours of initial training for new B4SC nurses. The assessments as well as supervised practice makes up for the hours uncounted. This training is for Waikato region only.
View eventDiagnostic pathways and referral steps for the ACC GP MRI programme.
The Aotearoa Immunisation Register (AIR) is replacing the aging National Immunisation Register (NIR).
Pinnacle is a recertification programme provider partner for designated registered nurse prescribers in community health (RNPCH).