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Poll: What do you think about restricted access to the Hāwera emergency department?

Reporter Taranaki Daily News

Hi neighbours - Can you imagine only being able to go to the emergency department with a GP referral or in an ambulance?

The Taranaki District Health Board is proposing to restrict access to Hāwera emergency department, as "there's a real concern that people use it as their general practice rather than just for emergencies."

What are your thoughts? Will this help to prioritise seriously urgent patients, or turn away those in need?
Read more here

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What do you think about restricted access to the Hāwera emergency department?
  • 29% It's a good option - people will receive the right care at the right time
    29% Complete
  • 7.2% I'm not sure how this would work out, but time will tell
    7.2% Complete
  • 63.8% I don't think it'll work - people who need help could be turned away
    63.8% Complete
69 votes
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