Ministry of Health — Manatū Hauora

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Cooperation and health services

Ministry of Health — Manatū Hauora works with:

  • the Public Health Agency
  • Health NZ — Te Whatu Ora
  • Te Aka Whai Ora Māori Health Authority
  • Whaikaha Ministry of Disabled People.

Overview of the health system — Health NZ — Manatū Hauora

Focus

Ministry of Health — Manatū Hauora:

  • sets the direction and policy for the health system
  • advises the Government on funding and system settings
  • regulates the health system
  • monitors health outcomes.

What we do — Health NZ — Manatū Hauora

Ministers

  • Hon Matt Doocey

    Hon Matt Doocey

    Associate Minister of Health

  • Hon Casey Costello

    Hon Casey Costello

    Associate Minister of Health

  • Hon Dr Shane Reti

    Hon Dr Shane Reti

    Minister of Health

Manager

  • Prof. Diana Sarfati

    Prof. Diana Sarfati

    Director-General of Health and Chief Executive

Sector

Public Service

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