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Specialist Referral Decline
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· 96 engagement
· first seen 18 May 2026
· last seen 18 May 2026
Rheumatology services in New Zealand are overwhelmed, leading to prolonged wait times, declining referral acceptance, and delayed diagnoses, particularly for rheumatoid arthritis, with patients facing serious health consequences.
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reddit
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reddit
· u/RuminatorNZ
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18 May