Budget’s 12-month scripts carry potential for wastage and climate-change impact

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Budget 2025

Budget’s 12-month scripts carry potential for wastage and climate-change impact

Amy Chan
University of Auckland associate professor and clinical pharmacist Amy Chan says the Budget’s extended-prescribing initiative should go through consultation to evaluate risks and benefits [Image: Canva composite]
ESSENTIALS Budget 2025 provides $91 million over four years for 12-month prescribing, when it is indicated. Scripts will still , BACK panel - grey