Shocking rheumatic fever rates

April 23, 2013 at 11:22 AM

Medical audit in Northland highlight New Zealand as a developed nation with 3rd world high rates of rheumatic fever in children. The NZ Medical journal article assessed children who predominantly are raised in poverty, high deprivation and mostly single mum families. More information from CPAG here or to read full article and subscribe to NZMJ



Category: White Paper for vulnerable children