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Te Pū rauemi KOWHEORI-19 COVID-19 resource hub

Support for people working in health during the COVID-19 pandemic. Find information about how you can support yourselves and others, including consumers, teams and colleagues which complements and aligns with Ministry of Health resources.

Kia āta kōwhiri Choosing Wisely

The Choosing Wisely campaign seeks to reduce harm from unnecessary and low-value tests and treatment.


Topic 6 looks at how a fall by an older person requires:

  • prompt attention to any injuries
  • an investigation of underlying conditions that might have caused the fall
  • an assessment and actions focused on reducing the risk of the older person falling again.


Last updated: 31st January, 2022