This week provides two opportunities to get involved with optimal use of medicines.
Last month, terms of reference for a National Medicines Steering Group were set to achieve improved health outcomes through the optimal use of medicines.
The steering group is chaired by the Manatū Hauora chief medical officer, with representatives from seven major health and medical agencies including Te Whatu Ora, Te Aka Whai Ora, and Medsafe. The goal of the new group is to coordinate activity across the system to optimise the use of medicines.
This group is made up of 18 members, including consumer representatives. Expressions of interest for consumer representatives close on Friday, October 20, so we encourage anyone considering making an application to fill in the form available here: Consumer opportunities | Te Tāhū Hauora Health Quality & Safety Commission (hqsc.govt.nz).
