"I can confirm that Jack was seen several times by WAM and by ED staff between April 17 and July 30 and on each occasion he was assessed by a registered nurse, a doctor and, on three occasions, a specialist paediatrician, including myself.
He said Miss Jellyman reported Jack was improving "and she's pleased that both Jack's GP and I will continue to review her son at regular intervals."
Most GPs will make urgent appointments for children with breathing problems, and WAM will see children who don't have a GP or who can't get an appointment.
The hospital Emergency Department is for genuine emergencies, but if parents are unsure or very worried, they should take their child to the hospital for assessment. Specialist paediatricians are on call 24/7 to assist GPs and ED doctors.
Miss Jellyman gave her permission for the Whanganui District Health Board to comment on Jack's medical details.