Senior doctors and dentists at Health NZ public hospitals and health services plan to strike for 48 hours on Tuesday 23 September and Wednesday 24 September.
Emergency departments will be open for emergencies only.
GPs, after-hours and urgent care clinics, and other community health providers are not affected by the strikes and will continue to operate as normal.
A Mental health advance preferences statement, also known as a MAP or an advance directive, is a way for you to let people know what you would like to happen if you experience an episode of mental distress and are unable to communicate your preferences.
A MAP can give you a voice when you might not normally be heard because you are too unwell or not in a position to speak for yourself.
You can write a MAP by yourself, but it would be best if you write it with help from someone you trust who you feel understands your situation and might be able to talk you through some options. Just remember, a MAP is about what you want, and what you feel is best for you.
We would encourage you to discuss it with your clinical team so they are aware of your preferences before a crisis occurs.
We encourage you to watch our Mental health advance preferences statement video and contact your case worker if you have any questions.
Mental health advance preferences statement — YouTubeexternal link
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Mental health advance preference statementPDF1.1 MB
