Friday, 19 November 2004, 1:14 pm Press Release: Canterbury DHB
19 November 2004
Statement From Canterbury District
Health Board
This statement is from the Chief Executive of
the Canterbury District Health Board, Jean O’Callaghan in
response to media requests about this week’s court case
relating to the Nelson baby who died and the baby’s
family.
‘This tragic event has touched the hearts of many
people and all DHB staff who were involved with the family
express their deep sympathy.
There has been media
criticism relating to some aspects of the treatment the
family received at Christchurch hospital and I understand
that a complaint has been made to the Health & Disability
Commissioner. We will be cooperating fully with the
Commissioner to resolve any concerns as soon as
possible.
Canterbury District Health Board (CDHB) is a Christchurch, New Zealand based hospital and healthcare provider for the
Canterbury region of New Zealand. Our region extends from Kekerengu in the North, to Rangitata in the South and Arthurs Pass in the West and comprises the six Territorial Local Authorities of Kaikoura, Hurunui, Waimakariri, Christchurch City, Selwyn and Ashburton.
We collaborate with other health and disability organisations, stakeholders and our community to decide what health and disability services are needed and how to best use the funding we receive from Government to improve, promote and protect the health, wellbeing and independence of our population.
At the Canterbury DHB, our vision is to improve the health and wellbeing of people living in Canterbury.