The Nurses Union claims the Government has lost control of health, as more than 36,000 workers prepare to strike. 

Te Whatu Ora nurses, midwives, and health care assistants will walk off the job for 24 hours at the end of this month.

Nurses Organisation Chief Executive Paul Goulter says many members have voiced concerns over safety issues and staffing shortages - and change is needed.

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