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specialises in supporting the primary health care sector to demonstrably and equitably improve the health of the people of New Zealand
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has a unique mix of clinical, business & management expertise in the New Zealand context
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works with & for primary health organisations, primary care organisations, Maori & community providers and medical centres, providing governance, management & clinical support
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works with District Health Boards (DHBs) providing assistance in developing, delivering & evaluating primary care initiatives
PHOcus on Health has particular interest in better long term conditions management (LTCM):
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designing, developing, implementing and evaluating such LTCM programmes, including
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the incorporation of physical activity, nutrition and weight loss components