As Aotearoa's emergency departments fight to keep up with demand, an expert is warning that an increase in tourism could add to the strain this summer. There had already been almost 360 deaths on our roads this year, and as people looked to set off on their holidays, there was a risk of more serious crashes occuring. I spoke to Chair of the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons' Trauma Subcommittee Dr Li Hsee, and began by asking about his concern for public health.
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