Each month Māori Health Review features the latest research in the Māori health area from around the world.  Dr Matire Harwood explains why it is so important for the Māori health community and Māori population in New Zealand.

About Dr Matire Harwood

Dr Matire Harwood (Ngapuhi) is based at the Medical Research Institute of New Zealand as a Research Fellow.  She also works part time as a General Practitioner at Whai Oranga Health Centre in Wainuiomata, sits on the Wellington Ethics Committee and is an executive member of Te Ohu Rata o Aotearoa (Māori Medical Practitioners Association).  She has contributed to a number of National Guidelines including Life After Stroke.

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