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Health Minister Dr David Clark says the first ever Global Ministerial Mental Health Summit has ended with a commitment to improve mental health worldwide and challenge stigma and discrimination.

  • Hon Dr David Clark
  • Health

The Health Minister Dr David Clark says Cabinet has agreed to grant a short extension of time for the independent Inquiry into Mental Health and Addiction to report back to Government.

  • Hon Dr David Clark
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Health Minister David Clark says we must recognise the importance of New Zealanders connecting and reflecting with whānau, family and friends, ahead of Mental Health Awareness Week (MHAW).

  • Hon Dr David Clark
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Health Minister Dr David Clark says a second agreement in principle for air ambulance services covering the North Island south of Auckland is a key part of an improved national service.

  • Hon Dr David Clark
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The Health Minister Dr David Clark says Hawke’s Bay Hospital’s new endoscopy and gastroenterology unit means more coordinated and accessible care for those affected by bowel conditions.

  • Hon Dr David Clark
  • Health

Health Minister Dr David Clark says the new Bay of Islands Hospital redevelopment means the Kawakawa facility is better placed to meet the needs of its community now and in years to come.

  • Hon Dr David Clark
  • Health

The Government has today announced plans to change the Funded Family Care policy, including its intention to repeal Part 4A of the New Zealand Public Health and Disability Act 2000 (the Act).

  • Hon Dr David Clark
  • Hon James Shaw
  • Health

Health Minister Dr David Clark says an agreement in principle for air ambulance services in the Northern Region is a major step towards a better, safer service nationwide.

  • Hon Dr David Clark
  • Health

The Health Minister Dr David Clark has praised the FAST stroke awareness campaign, describing it as a key tool to help more stroke patients get the rapid treatment they need, while also enhancing health equity.

  • Hon Dr David Clark
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Health Minister Dr David Clark says New Zealanders can look back in pride on 80 years of public health services today while acknowledging the need for improvement.

  • Hon Dr David Clark
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Health Minister Dr David Clark says it’s encouraging to see an increasing focus on those who have come through the other side of mental health challenges as we grapple with high suicide numbers.

  • Hon Dr David Clark
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Health Minister Dr David Clark has praised the work around New Zealand in improving the prevention, early detection and support for those affected by Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder.

  • Hon Dr David Clark
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Health Minister Dr David Clark has welcomed the release of two reports dealing with the National Oracle Solution.

  • Hon Dr David Clark
  • Health

The Health Minister Dr David Clark says a new dental clinical training facility at Manukau’s SuperClinic will improve access to dental care for people in the area.

  • Hon Dr David Clark
  • Health

Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern and Health Minister Dr David Clark say provisional data on suicides for the 2017/18 year is sobering and underlines just how much work we have to do to improve our mental health and wellbeing.

  • Rt Hon Jacinda Ardern
  • Hon Dr David Clark
  • Prime Minister
  • Health

The Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern has announced a $305 million investment to upgrade and repair essential infrastructure at Auckland District Health Board.

  • Rt Hon Jacinda Ardern
  • Hon Dr David Clark
  • Prime Minister
  • Health

Health Minister Dr David Clark says Waikato Hospital’s new surgical ward is an important investment in meeting growing demand for acute care in the Waikato.

Dr Clark officially opened Ward M18 at the hospital this afternoon.

  • Hon Dr David Clark
  • Health

Health Minister Dr David Clark has announced new appointments to the Waikato and Counties Manukau District Health Boards.

  • Hon Dr David Clark
  • Health

Health Minister Dr David Clark is welcoming the introduction of the National Bowel Screening Programme in Nelson Marlborough DHB today. 

  • Hon Dr David Clark
  • Health

Health Minister Dr David Clark is encouraging school children in years five to eight to fight germs as part of a nationwide poster competition about antibiotic resistance.

  • Hon Dr David Clark
  • Health

A new purpose-built mental health facility will mean a better environment, better care and an improved quality of life for a group of extremely vulnerable New Zealanders, Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern says.

  • Rt Hon Jacinda Ardern
  • Hon Dr David Clark
  • Prime Minister
  • Health

Health Minister Dr David Clark has confirmed the final details of the wide-ranging review of New Zealand’s health and disability system as it begins its work in earnest.

  • Hon Dr David Clark
  • Health

Health Minister Dr David Clark says the independent review of the National Bowel Screening Programme should give the public confidence in the safety and value of the programme.

  • Hon Dr David Clark
  • Health

Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern and Health Minister Dr David Clark say they are delighted nurses have voted to accept the latest offer from District Health Boards.

  • Rt Hon Jacinda Ardern
  • Hon Dr David Clark
  • Prime Minister
  • Health