Te Whatu Ora Waitaha | Canterbury Pānui Monday 3 July 2023

Monday 3 July 2023Waitaha Canterbury Pānui1 minute to read

In this edition of Te Whatu Ora Waitaha | Canterbury Pānui

There have been two significant appointments announced in the past week. Dame Karen Poutasi is the new Te Whatu Ora Board Chair, and Dr Richard Sullivan has been appointed Interim Te Whatu Ora Chief Clinical Officer. July also brings other changes, including an end to the standard $5 prescription fee and improvements to the Carer Support Subsidy.

Also, in this edition, highly respected Medical Oncologist Bridget Robinson is retiring after an outstanding career; and Volunteering Canterbury has recognised the selfless dedication of Wayfinder and Paediatrics Volunteer Sandra Palmer.

Learn about the Whakakotahi | Unify Programme developed by Mana Taurite (Equity, Diversity and Inclusion team) and participate in a colouring competition through the Christchurch Hospital Gift Shop.

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