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Mark McGowan defends WA health system but concedes it is under 'huge pressure'

WA Premier Mark McGowan has defended the state's hospital system amid a steady flow of complaints and concerns being leaked by doctors and nurses.  

His comments follow the release of emails from staff at Perth Children's Hospital indicating the facility is continuing to battle staff shortages in wards, intensive care units and in the emergency department. 

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