Introduction
KÅwhai Health Trust implements and manages primary health care programmes that aim to reduce health inequalities and improve health outcomes for the people of the Hutt Valley.
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Cardiac Continuum of Care
- Free to patient nurse education for patients with CVD risk factors
- Vouchers for patients being discharged from hospital which entitle the patient to a free GP consult
Community Radiology
- Funded diagnostic radiology for patients with a CSC
- Also free to patients <6 years of age
Diabetes Action
- Nurse education for newly diagnosed or high risk diabetic patients
- Podiatry assessment at community podiatrist for newly diagnosed diabetic patients
- Hospital referred community podiatry for maintenance treatment of patients with diabetes
Education Programme
- 2007-08 Education Programme for Practice Nurses
- Interest topics for Practice Nurses
Medication Management
- Clinical Pharmacist Medication Review for eligible patients
Respiratory
- Nurse education for newly diagnosed or uncontrolled Asthma or COPD
Skin Lesions
- Removal of possible skin cancers by approved GP's for patients with a CSC
Smoking Cessation
- Nurse education and support for patients moving towards quitting smoking
Sterilisation
- Vasectomies and Mirena funded for eligible patients
Diabetes "Get Checked" Database
- A nationwide programme for people with Diabetes to have a free annual check with their GP or practice nurse
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Sexual Health
- Funded sexual and reproductive health consultations with a GP or practice nurse for young people 12- 24 years of age