Clinical Zoom meeting snippets - May 2025
Watch the Mei / May clinical update from Jo Scott-Jones joined by Dave Maplesden, Pinnacle GP liaison in this 48 minute video.
This month Jo Scott-Jones and Dave Maplesden discuss fitness to drive, drug driving, shingles vaccine and dementia, and more.
Read the written version of this update on Jo Scott-Jones' The New Zealand General Practice Podcast website.
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A recent audit of prescription errors across 68 pharmacies in Te Manawa Taki highlights the vital role pharmacists play in keeping patients safe. In his latest blog post, Dr Jo Scott-Jones reflects on the findings and shares key takeaways for general practice teams on reducing errors and improving communication.
Read moreAn updated guide on MMR vaccine eligibility for primary and community care providers is now available on the Te Whatu Ora website. The update covers funded access for people not eligible for publicly funded healthcare (including Registered Seasonal Employees), use of private-market MMR vaccine, prioritisation guidance, and adult catch-up recommendations.
Read moreThe ACC MRI pathways support GPs and nurse practitioners to make direct referrals for MRIs, for eligible patients who have had a course of active physiotherapy.
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