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Health NZ says winter illness surge is ‘far from over’ as demand remains high

From NZ Herald · () English

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  • Health New Zealand says the winter illness surge is “far from over.”
  • Influenza A and other respiratory illnesses have driven high demand across the country’s health system.
  • The pressure is expected to continue for another three to four weeks.

Health New Zealand Te Whatu Ora says the surge in winter illness is “far from over,” with pressure on the country’s health system expected to continue for several more weeks.

A wave of Influenza A and outbreaks of other respiratory illnesses has affected the country over the past month. Health system demand is expected to remain high for another three to four weeks.

Far from over

· Health New Zealand Te Whatu OraThe health agency described the continuing winter illness surge.
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