HMAC Welcomes Government Health Changes

The Hauora Māori Advisory Committee (HMAC) welcomes the
Government’s decision to elevate its role to directly
advise Health New Zealand and the Minister of Health on
Māori health matters.

Chair Parekawhia McLean said
the change allows the committee to provide both Minister and
Health New Zealand strong and clear advice on Māori health
priorities and support to improve Māori health
outcomes.

“The Minister has made it clear that the
committee’s role is to be directly focused on improving
Māori health. We accept the challenge.

“The
evidence is irrefutable that Māori health needs are huge.
It is clear improving Māori health is good for the whole
country,” she said.

HMAC is also looking forward to
working with the Iwi Māori Partnership Boards to support
the critical role they play in local health planning and
advocating for quality health services and improved
outcomes.

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