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Maori and Pacific people live seven years fewer than those of European heritage.
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Leaked docs reveal Health Ministry chose to cut 134 staff rather than trim executive pay
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Medical school quota review a check on whether improvements needed - Health Minister
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Ministry of Health staff told job losses likely as department tries to slash costs
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Double the pay: Kiwi nurses still heading to Oz despite big pay rises at home
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Pacific obesity crisis: When big is no longer beautiful
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Volume of cocaine consumed in NZ jumps more than 90 per cent
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Northland gets a disabled entertainment extravaganza
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