PHARMAC and tobacco control in New Zealand: government policy 'up in smoke'.

作者: Matire Harwood , Sarah Aldington , Richard Beasley , Shaun Holt

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关键词: Family medicineBupropionSmokeMedicineChristian ministryDisadvantagedSmoking cessationTobacco controlPublic policyLimiting

摘要: There is increasing concerning amongst the medical profession in New Zealand about adverse effect that PHARMAC has on health of Zealanders through restricting availability medications. In this article, circumstances surrounding restrictions limiting smoking cessation treatment bupropion are presented. The authors conclude decision by not to fund directly contrary Government policy and inconsistent with evidence-based medicine international recommendations. It suggested seriously questions Ministry Health's commitment disadvantaged groups Zealand, particularly Maori.

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