More Heart and Diabetes Checks

Diabetes and cardiovascular disease (CVD) affect a growing number of New Zealanders each year, and particularly their quality of life and life expectancy. 

The More Heart and Diabetes Checks health target states that 90 percent of the eligible population will have had their cardiovascular risk assessed in the last five years. 

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Visitors with a specific interest in hospital productivity are recommended to visit the Diabetes and Cardiovascular Disease sections of the Ministry of Health site.