A new mobile app, Āwhina, released today by the Ministry of Health will help health workers access the information they need about COVID-19.
Today’s release of the Āwhina app for health workers follows last week’s launch of the NZ COVID Tracer app, which is designed for all New Zealanders. ‘For many of us, COVID-19 has changed the way we live and work.
For those working in the health and disability sector, this is especially true,’ says Deputy Director-General Data and Digital Shayne Hunter. ‘There is a lot of information health workers need quick access to, like the latest case definitions, clinical care pathways or Personal Protective Equipment guidance.