KahuClinicians warn of heightened gout risk for Māori over summerClinicians urge whānau to enjoy kaimoana and barbecued foods in moderation this summer.19 Jan 03:41 AM
WorldChina reports 60,000 Covid-related deaths, says peak passedThe reported Covid deaths occurred in hospitals. More people might also have died at home.14 Jan 11:38 PM
New Zealand'Terrified': Patient ‘gobsmacked’ after dentist trip ends in request for HIV testThe dental clinic is now reviewing the “isolated incident”.10 Jan 10:23 PM
New ZealandCovid-19: ‘Novel features’ of Kraken cause for concernNew subvariant has potential to create a new wave of Covid-19 cases.09 Jan 11:10 PM
WorldUS approves drug that slows Alzheimer'sLeqembi is the first drug that’s been convincingly shown to slow the decline in memory.06 Jan 10:28 PM
WorldBeds run out at Beijing hospital as Covid surge continuesThe crisis follows China's abandonment of its most severe virus restrictions last month.05 Jan 05:06 PM
New ZealandFire and ice: Five big questions Kiwi researchers want to answerCan cannabinoids treat pain? Where do our eels spawn? We highlight five new Kiwi studies.04 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandGovt to assess Covid risk of travellers from China as Australia introduces testing of passengersThe move comes after Australia moves to introduce mandatory testing.01 Jan 05:02 PM
WorldLack of info on China’s Covid-19 surge stirs global concernIt comes after China said it would start reissuing passports and visas for Lunar New Year.29 Dec 05:17 PM
WorldChina races to vaccinate elderly amid Covid surge, but many reluctantChina has eased rules on testing, quarantine and movement, and cases are surging.27 Dec 05:13 PM
KahuMāori undercounted and under-resourced in health, new data report confirmsHealth data has never given a true indication of Māori numbers.19 Dec 09:59 PM
EntertainmentDoctor reveals whether Celine Dion will ever sing againThe star revealed yesterday she has been diagnosed with stiff-person syndrome.09 Dec 08:28 PM
EntertainmentJackass star fighting for life on ventilator with Covid, pneumoniaBam Margera was hospitalised with pneumonia ... and then Covid complicated his care.09 Dec 07:06 PM
WorldSuper-mosquito ‘invasion’ could trigger malaria surgeThe arrival of the "Anopheles stephensi" in at least five African countries is a "threat".08 Dec 11:00 PM
WorldNine children die as bacterial infection spreads in UK, lockdowns blamedThere have been more cases than usual, particularly in children under 10.06 Dec 06:33 PM
WorldPfizer asks FDA to clear updated Covid shot for kids under 5The US company is pushing for the vaccine to be part of the immunisation schedule.06 Dec 12:28 AM
New ZealandCystic fibrosis drug win, serious police incident in West Akl & Iran to disband oppressive morality police | Focus Morning Bulletin 5 December, 2022Huge win for those with cystic fibrosis, police staff involved in West Auckland 'serious incident' & Iran to disband morality police amid ongoing protests in the latest New Zealand Herald headlines. Video / NZ HeraldWatch04 Dec 04:43 PM
New ZealandCystic fibrosis: Funding of life-extending drug Trikafta proposed to start in AprilFunding of Trikafta will be for those aged 6 and older who meet certain criteria.04 Dec 05:00 AM
WorldNew drug slows Alzheimer’s but can it make a real difference?It's a bright spot after repeated disappointments in the quest for better treatments.30 Nov 06:38 PM
WorldWHO declares new ‘imminent’ global threatWarning measles could cause global problems if immunisation programmes aren't bought back.24 Nov 08:32 PM
WorldMad cow worries in US over, banned blood donors can give againDonors were turned away after fears of mad cow disease in Europe more than 2 decades ago.20 Nov 07:06 PM
New ZealandResidents to turn out for stem cell donation swabs to save 8yo's lifeThere are only three international matches for the girl, all of whom are too far away.17 Nov 08:34 PM
KahuVaccination programme must target Māori and Pacific, say advocatesHealth workers want meningococcal vaccination to be more widely available.16 Nov 09:00 PM
EntertainmentChristina Applegate shares crushing career updateThe actor reveals her future plans amid an ongoing struggle with multiple sclerosis.12 Nov 10:49 PM
WorldWHO: Tuberculosis cases riseThe number of people infected with tuberculosis is on the rise.27 Oct 10:13 PM
New Zealand'Regrettable': Rude middle-finger health campaign TV ads axedIt started off with a middle finger and ended up with a thumb.30 Sep 01:00 AM
New ZealandFour new monkeypox cases in NZThe total number of Monkeypox cases has grown to nine.22 Sep 02:14 AM
New ZealandProfile: NZ scientist raising $100m to cure motor neurone diseaseAfter 30 years overseas, Chris Shaw is returning to New Zealand with ambitious plans.18 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandWarning issued after Hepatitis A cases linked to imported frozen berriesOfficials warn the virus can be serious for pregnant women and other vulnerable Kiwis.13 Sep 11:42 PM
New ZealandFocus: Lights out! What NZ's new Covid rules mean for youThe Covid protection framework is no more so what does that mean for Kiwis and what should we expect from the pandemic now? Video / NZ HeraldWatch13 Sep 02:50 AM
Talanoa'We want to avoid another mini epidemic': Pacific community urged to get vaccinated against measlesA Pacific health expert is urging those most vulnerable to measles to get their MMR shots.12 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandWatch: Is it time to ditch masks?As Covid numbers continue to decline, the Government could look at easing mask mandates.05 Sep 11:15 PM
WorldMonkeypox could be classified as an STI under new WHO guidelinesProfessor proposes WHO re-categorises Monkeypox to reduce 'group specific stigma'.21 Aug 12:00 AM
WorldMonkeypox: Health officials warn infected people to stay away from petsAn Italian greyhound in Paris has reportedly caught the virus.16 Aug 08:33 PM
