Poll: Have you faced any barriers when trying to access primary health care?
Your location can affect how much you pay to see a GP. So, someone on the West Coast might pay around $33, while a person in Wellington might pay closer to $70.
❔ We want to know: Where do you live, and how much do your GP visits cost?
These prices are influenced by underfunding, subsidy caps, and the pressure they put on wages. Read more about how the GP lottery impacts you in Harriet Laughton's piece in The Post.
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17.4% I have experienced financial barriers
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47.5% I have had issues with availability
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35.1% No - I haven’t been impacted
Poll: How important is the ability to book a doctor’s appointment online?
Hi Neighbours
Here at The Doctors we would love to hear how you prefer to book your doctor’s appointments. With busy schedules, different people find different methods easier.
For some, online booking is very convenient, you can make an appointment anytime without needing to wait on the phone. Others still prefer calling the clinic and speaking to a real person, especially if they have specific questions about their visit.
Your feedback helps us understand what works best for our patients and how we can improve access to care.
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40.7% I prefer booking online whenever possible
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21.7% Online booking is helpful but not essential
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34.5% I prefer calling the clinic
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3.1% I didn’t know online booking was available
Have you seen Glenn?
Police are appealing for sightings of Glenn, who has been reported missing from Hokitika.
Glenn was last seen on Tuesday 14 April, and has not been seen or heard from since.
Glenn might be out in his white Toyota ute, which is pictured.
If you know the whereabouts of Glenn, please contact Police either by phone or use the online 105 service.
Please use reference number 260416/4517.
You can also provide information anonymously through Crime Stoppers on 0800 555 111.
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