https://padlet.com/mfenelo1/8kmv5ko8p0lw An examination New Zealand’s healthcare complex system working together, its rigid structure, a breakdown of its richest and poorest regions within the country, costs and a summary. en-us 2016-11-19 17:32:18 UTC 2023-04-21 18:49:41 UTC hello@padlet.com mfenelo1 https://padlet.com/mfenelo1/8kmv5ko8p0lw/wish/138889349 An island located in the southwestern Pacific Ocean. The country is made up of two large landmasses and several smaller islands.]]> 2016-11-19 18:06:18 UTC https://padlet.com/mfenelo1/8kmv5ko8p0lw/wish/138889349 mfenelo1 https://padlet.com/mfenelo1/8kmv5ko8p0lw/wish/138889421 The country is a high income economy and  its national performance ranks highly on an international scale.  Health, quality of life, economic freedom and education all contribute to its ranking.]]> 2016-11-19 18:07:46 UTC https://padlet.com/mfenelo1/8kmv5ko8p0lw/wish/138889421 mfenelo1 https://padlet.com/mfenelo1/8kmv5ko8p0lw/wish/138889537 That’s roughly 8.7% of the country’s gross domestic product. In a case study, New Zealand came in last out of fourteen developed countries in the level of medication it used. Meaning its residents did not rely on medications for their health.]]> 2016-11-19 18:10:06 UTC https://padlet.com/mfenelo1/8kmv5ko8p0lw/wish/138889537 mfenelo1 https://padlet.com/mfenelo1/8kmv5ko8p0lw/wish/138889590 New Zealand spent $3,929 per person on health care.
The United States spends about $7,290 per person.]]> 2016-11-19 18:11:12 UTC https://padlet.com/mfenelo1/8kmv5ko8p0lw/wish/138889590 mfenelo1 https://padlet.com/mfenelo1/8kmv5ko8p0lw/wish/138890139 Leadership is provided and developed by the Ministers of Health along with the help if the cabinet and government. The public system is run by the District Health Boards and they are responsible for providing and funding the health and disability services.]]> 2016-11-19 18:21:14 UTC https://padlet.com/mfenelo1/8kmv5ko8p0lw/wish/138890139 mfenelo1 https://padlet.com/mfenelo1/8kmv5ko8p0lw/wish/138890910 75% of the funding is administered by the district health board. DHBs plan, manage, provide and purchase health services for the population of their district to ensure services are arranged effectively and efficiently for all of New Zealand.]]> 2016-11-19 18:34:02 UTC https://padlet.com/mfenelo1/8kmv5ko8p0lw/wish/138890910 mfenelo1 https://padlet.com/mfenelo1/8kmv5ko8p0lw/wish/138891031 New Zealand struggles to meet the demand of high quality health service for everyone freely whilst remaining cost efficient. The government makes cuts to primary health care services usually regret this decision, as it can end up costing more in the long run ]]> 2016-11-19 18:37:07 UTC https://padlet.com/mfenelo1/8kmv5ko8p0lw/wish/138891031 mfenelo1 https://padlet.com/mfenelo1/8kmv5ko8p0lw/wish/138891192 Such as cancer treatments, may receive more funding while others face cuts. The more cuts that occur in the region, the fewer services that may be available to the population and fees rise.]]> 2016-11-19 18:40:07 UTC https://padlet.com/mfenelo1/8kmv5ko8p0lw/wish/138891192 mfenelo1 https://padlet.com/mfenelo1/8kmv5ko8p0lw/wish/138891308 New Zealanders can expect to pay between NZ$ 17 and NZ$ 75 per visit to the general practitioner. Visits to doctors are free for most children aged less than six years and cost less than NZ$ 20 for very low-income earners. That exchanges to about $12-$53 US dollars.]]> 2016-11-19 18:42:31 UTC https://padlet.com/mfenelo1/8kmv5ko8p0lw/wish/138891308 mfenelo1 https://padlet.com/mfenelo1/8kmv5ko8p0lw/wish/138891652 Is the richest city in New Zealand. A few positives for the city of Wellington were that they established 24 hour clinics in case of emergencies after hours. Also, Hospice care is free of charge and provided in the setting of their choice. Lastly, free basic dental treatment is available for all teenagers until the day before their 18th birthday, upon finding if the dentist of your choice provides this service ]]> 2016-11-19 18:48:23 UTC https://padlet.com/mfenelo1/8kmv5ko8p0lw/wish/138891652 mfenelo1 https://padlet.com/mfenelo1/8kmv5ko8p0lw/wish/138891879 Is the poorest city in New Zealand. There is only one hospital remotely located in the whole Gisborne city. Hospice and general practitioner criterion are the same as the Wellington region. Its standout feature is that the Plunket Society offers information, support and developmental assessments of children varying stages between birth and 5 years.]]> 2016-11-19 18:52:58 UTC https://padlet.com/mfenelo1/8kmv5ko8p0lw/wish/138891879 mfenelo1 https://padlet.com/mfenelo1/8kmv5ko8p0lw/wish/138892041 2016-11-19 18:56:26 UTC https://padlet.com/mfenelo1/8kmv5ko8p0lw/wish/138892041