Deborah Woodley

Deborah Woodley serves as the director of Health NZ Te Whatu Ora's Starting Well department, focusing on maternal and child health initiatives. In light of recent perinatal HIV cases in New Zealand, she has emphasized the critical importance of antenatal screening and monitoring HIV notifications to identify areas for improvement in healthcare delivery. Woodley advocates for proactive health measures that ensure all expectant mothers receive appropriate testing and care throughout their pregnancy.