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
New ZealandA foot and mouth outbreak in NZ would affect more than agriculture – tourism needs a plan tooOverseas experience tells us FMD could result in severe impacts on the tourism sector.08 Aug 04:01 AM
New ZealandOpinion: Ministry of Health 'has thrown the homophobes a bone''There is no evidence that monkeypox is an STD and the MOH needs to be clear about this.'07 Aug 09:31 PM
Entertainment'See a doctor immediately': Australian health alert as disease spreads at festivalA man in his 40s is dead and another reveller has fallen ill.06 Aug 08:45 AM
WorldUS declares monkeypox outbreak health emergencyMore than 6600 Americans have now been infected by the virus.04 Aug 07:59 PM
New ZealandNo vaccine supply likely before monkeypox outbreak - health bossHealth NZ locked in global battle for vaccines in short supply.04 Aug 03:39 AM
WorldPolio virus found in New York wastewater, but no new casesThe life-threatening disease was detected in samples from Rockland County.03 Aug 04:44 AM
New Zealand'It's significant': Fears of severe measles outbreak due to low vaccination.28 Jul 08:55 PM
New ZealandMinistry 'recommends' schools enforce masks in Term 3Schools can enforce mask wearing the way they enforce uniforms, advice says.22 Jul 03:30 AM
New ZealandExplained: Five things to know about monkeypox in NZNZ is now among more than 50 countries to record monkeypox. Here's what you need to know.10 Jul 04:47 AM
New ZealandExpect more monkeypox infections in NZ after Auckland case, expert warnsProtection measures for Covid-19 also help stop monkeypox spreading, expert says.10 Jul 03:49 AM
New Zealand7461 Covid cases today, 622 people in hospital - 'significant increase'Cases, hospitalisations and deaths have been rising as the BA.5 strain gains ground.10 Jul 01:35 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandExplained: Three ways this Omicron wave will be differentThis Omicron wave is likely to cause more hospitalisations and deaths than the first. Why?09 Jul 10:22 PM
New ZealandMonkeypox in NZ - what Kiwi experts say you need to knowProfessor Michael Baker says monkeypox is 'nothing like Covid-19' and has 'good outcomes'.09 Jul 08:57 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandExplainer: End of DHBs - what you need to know about new systemThe focus has been on the top end of the planned changes - what about the local level?30 Jun 06:18 PM
WorldMonkeypox spreads across the UKThere are now 470 cases of monkeypox spread around the UK.13 Jun 06:02 PM
EntertainmentJustin Bieber's face paralysis just the startFans were shocked by Bieber's latest diagnosis, but his health issues don't end there.11 Jun 10:11 PM
Entertainment'Pretty serious': Justin Bieber reveals shock medical diagnosisThe pop star has had to cancel multiple shows because of the diagnosis.11 Jun 12:13 AM
New ZealandTyphus outbreak: Three hospitalised with suspected case of disease found in fleas living on catsPet lovers urged to keep their animals de-wormed and be careful when handling strays.09 Jun 05:47 AM
WorldMore monkeypox cases found in NSWNew South Wales Health has identified a fourth and fifth monkeypox case.04 Jun 08:02 PM
WorldMonkeypox outbreak: Another pandemic unlikelyThere are still many unknowns about the disease, according to WHO expert.30 May 09:42 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Made my week': Cystic fibrosis sufferer gifted money by strangerThe donor wanted Troy Watson to 'go and have fun' with his friends or family.29 May 08:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandMonkeypox v Covid: How do the two viruses compare?The Ministry of Health says the risk of importation of monkeypox to NZ is "moderate".29 May 06:27 PM
New ZealandAuckland hospital 'imploding': Patient with typhoid fever slept in car due to lack of bedsHospitals around NZ are being hit by a perfect storm of issues.29 May 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandLong Covid: Five post-infection problems you don't hear aboutFrom anxiety and insomnia to digestion problems, long Covid can mean more than fatigue.28 May 10:05 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandWinter bugs: Student outbreak of flu-like illnesses, vaccination coverage 'way too low'With winter fast approaching, the Herald examines how we're tracking with illness so far.24 May 07:00 AM
WorldMonkeypox cases linked to adult sauna, fetish festivalIt emerges some cases of the virus are likely being sexually transmitted.23 May 05:46 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandExplained: Three things to know about monkeypoxIt stems from animals and looks to be on the rise. But no, monkeypox isn't the next Covid.23 May 04:18 AM
WorldNation calls 3-week monkeypox quarantineBelgium has become the first country to announce a compulsory monkeypox quarantine.23 May 12:24 AM
WorldMonkeypox: Why we should be worried about global spread"This cat is already out of the bag ... but what sort of cat is it – a tabby or a tiger?"21 May 09:44 PM
New ZealandNew research could help early diagnosis of Alzheimer'sGroundbreaking research may pinpoint the toxic molecules that causes Alzheimer's.21 May 08:20 PM
WorldIs mass death now tolerated in America?US gun violence deaths are persistent as nation also marks one million Covid-19 deaths.21 May 07:04 PM
WorldVictorian man in hospital with monkeypox; another 'probable' case detected in NSWProbable case of monkeypox detected in a Sydney man who recently returned from Europe.20 May 05:47 AM
New ZealandExperts 'baffled' by falling rheumatic fever rates in AucklandCovid-19 restrictions may have achieved what years of Government initiatives could not.16 May 05:00 PM
