ArticleFunding
20 July 2022
The paradox of health and wealth: practice sustainability and the fees review process
Thinking about increasing your practice patient fees? We are here to help.
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ArticleRural
19 July 2022
Rural accelerated chest pain pathway signals the future for primary care
Ongoing use of the Pinnacle rural accelerated chest pain pathway by general practices has highlighted how point of care testing can improve health equity in rural communities, and reduce hospital referrals to overloaded emergency departments.
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ArticlePreventative careWellbeing
12 July 2022
Brian’s journey: Good advice and support every step of the way
Brian Gallie is looking forward to getting back outside. The Taranaki local talks enthusiastically about the new waterproof gear he just got. “When this rain stops I’m going to go outside and walk around the place, see what I can do.”
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ArticleCardiovascular
11 July 2022
CVD triple therapy needs a boost
Approximately 3-4 per cent of New Zealanders have had a cardiovascular event. Clinical dashboards allow you to look at your practice outcomes and identify patients who may benefit from a review.
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ArticleMedication
6 July 2022
Accuretic recall and supply issue
People using Accuretic will need to get a new prescription to change to an alternative high blood pressure medicine as soon as possible.
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ArticleDiabetes
3 July 2022
“Courageous conversations” bring disengaged patients with diabetes back to GP clinics
Amidst New Zealand’s ever-increasing diabetes epidemic, unique support to re-engage patients with diabetes back to primary care is proving successful in the Waikato.
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ArticleMembership
28 June 2022
Pinnacle welcomes you to EMA membership
Pinnacle is proud to announce we have partnered with EMA (Employers Manufacturers Association) and to provide practice managers and owners with membership for one year, beginning 1 July 2022.
Read moreArticlePeopleAdvocacy
13 June 2022
Te Wiki Hauora Tāne | Men's Health Week
Te Wiki Hauora Tāne (Men’s Health Week) runs from 13-19 June and is aimed at getting men to step back and think about their health. In this latest blog post, Jo Scott-Jones talks about the importance of taking the moment to check you're doing the right things for your own health, while looking after the health of others.
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