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Te Whatu Ora [HNZ]

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Te Whatu Ora – Health New Zealand leads the day-to-day running of the health system and unites the former 20 District Health Boards, shared services agencies and Te Hiringa Hauora – Health Promotion Agency under one national organisation. It leads and coordinates delivery of health services, coordinating efforts across the country, including hospital and specialist services, the National Public Health Service, clinical governance, and community services including primary and community care.

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Health New Zealand
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