'This failure was in part the consequence of allowing a focus on reaching national access targets, achieving financial balance and seeking foundation trust status to be at the cost of delivering acceptable standards of care.”

#MidStaffs

newsroom.co.nz/2024/04/24/lea…

In transactional relationships, people only reach out when they want something from you. They use your connection to achieve their goals.

In meaningful relationships, people get in touch when they think of you. Staying connected and being helpful are their goals.

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A mark of emotional maturity is hearing disagreement without taking offense.

Thoughtful dissent doesn't always mean you're wrong. It often means the issue is complex and your knowledge is incomplete.

Good-faith debate isn't an attack. It's an opportunity to sharpen your ideas.

Here’s a challenge for NZ media - stop regurgitating US propaganda and start doing your fucking job. Tell the truth about the #GazaGenocide .

Peaceful first morning light with a little gentle rain at Kaiteriteri #ThrivinginMedicine2024 Thriving in Medicine

Looking forward to starting our #ThrivinginMedicine2024 retreat and welcoming everyone to settle into 3 days of rest, reflection, conversation and connection together Thriving in Medicine Jo Sinclair Johanne Egan Abby

International Court of Justice has ordered Israel to ensure basic food supplies are delivered to Gaza. US State Dept assesses famine is “probably present” in Gaza, UN Security Council has called for a ceasefire. Yet war continues & people face starvation: theguardian.com/world/2024/mar…

#WorldPoetryDay is as good a day as any to re-share 'Do the Birds Still Sing in Gaza?' - a remarkable piece by Hanan Issa, National Poet of Wales.

literaturewales.org/our-projects/n…

Mother’s day in Gaza
For the past 167 days, and far before, mothers in Gaza have been mourning their children, giving birth under bombardment and dire health conditions, and are struggling to find a way to feed their families.
Source:TIMES OF GAZA

On UN World Water Day my heart aches for all the innocent civilians in Gaza and other conflict zones across the world where water is being used as a weapon of war. The cruelty of denying another human, many of them children, such a basic human right is unfathomable. #CeasefireNOW

Organisations call on Government to grant emergency visas to Palestinians trapped in Gaza with Kiwi families newshub.co.nz/home/politics/…

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We’ll leave this with you…..

This guy is awesome

a message to all peace makers.

A succinct reply to Winston Peters' Ramble on the State of the Nation.

Holds true for health professionals as well. Health organisations should stand up for our colleagues working to save lives in genocidal conditions, many dying or being held hostage as a result.

The hallmark of an open mind is refusing to let your ideas become your identity.

If you define yourself by your opinions, questioning them is a threat to your integrity.

If you see yourself as a curious person or a lifelong learner, changing your mind is a moment of growth.