OpinionNiki BezzantNiki Bezzant: Fruit and veges could save your lifeComment: Hair dye and power lines are unlikely to give you cancer - but what will?09 Feb 04:00 PM
WorldDrawing an ethical line on animal researchScientists have many tools at their disposal to study, manipulate and copy genes.06 Feb 04:00 PM
New Zealand1 in 2 billion: Toddler with 'lethal condition' uses medicinal cannabisKeira Mcmurdo is one of three people in the world with a rare condition known as FUT8.28 Jan 04:00 PM
WorldSeven charts that show the world is actually becoming a better placeKey data shows that the world is much better off today than ever before in history.19 Jan 02:06 AM
New ZealandThree hospitalised with meningococcal infectionsA public health official says people need to be on alert for symptoms of the disease.04 Jan 04:24 AM
New ZealandDamien O'Connor on fighting M. bovisEradication plan has made NZ's overall biosecurity system more resilient, O'Connor says.26 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandSuperbug found in two Middlemore patientsMiddlemore Hospital surgical wards affected by superbug finds20 Dec 03:56 AM
New ZealandPandemic would be 'impossible' to containA striking video illustrates how many people died in just one day during the pandemic.13 Dec 04:00 PM
New Zealand1918 New Zealand Influenza Pandemic1918 New Zealand Influenza Pandemic - 440 People died in a single day. / University of Otago, Wellington Watch13 Dec 02:57 AM
New ZealandFocus: Rachel Paine's rare blood disorderRachel Paine was living in Australia when diagnosed and needs special drugs every two weeks to help keep her alive. They’re not funded in NZ, and cost $600k a year.Watch05 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandShocking: NZ death rate for motor neuron disease five times global averageExperts warn this shocking new finding should be a major wake-up call.26 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandFears meningococcal 'super-strain' could become dominantA meningococcal disease strain that's killed six this year may become dominant form.18 Nov 03:05 AM
TravelTravellers warned of deadly mozzie-borne Bali diseaseTravellers have been warned about visiting Bali due to a mosquito-borne brain disease.09 Nov 02:00 AM
New ZealandEarly drugs would have boosted odds - expertExpert says earlier antibiotics would have boosted Zachary Gravatt's chances.29 Oct 04:30 AM
TravelFirst significant Zika outbreak hits IndiaThe outbreak is centred in Jaipur, a major tourist destination.29 Oct 03:00 AM
New ZealandBright, bubbly teen 'touched many lives'Teen remembered as cheeky, generous, caring, and a prolific dispenser of random hugs.28 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandFive people found with antibiotic-resistant bacteriaThe community should not be alarmed, but they should be aware, the DHB says.17 Oct 02:24 AM
LifestyleOne last beach trip: Daughter's final wish for dying mumDarcy Turner wants her mum to feel the sand and water and be at peace with her situation.16 Oct 06:30 PM
New ZealandFather's blindness leads to son's vision for eye disease cureEhsan grew up with a blind father. Now he is helping make sure no other child will.11 Oct 04:00 PM
New Zealand'A real disaster': Surge in spread of deadly superbug"Over time as these resistant bacteria become more common they will cause deaths."23 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandVaccine deaths: NZ Samoan couple shut out of inquiryKarl and Christine Laulu lost two children after getting their MMR vaccinations in Samoa.11 Sep 06:33 AM
LifestyleBaby dies after catching herpes from mumA young mum has called for all pregnant women to be tested for the virus.01 Sep 03:59 AM
OpinionComment: Daffodil Day is saying we have to do betterCOMMENT: New Zealand needs stronger public health regulations to reduce cancer.30 Aug 05:00 PM
KahuSergeant-major first killed by 'fluResearchers identify first Kiwi to die of suspected influenza in 1918 pandemic.27 Aug 05:00 PM
OpinionMatt HeathFat shamed - It's all lies and conspiracyCOMMENT: I was shocked to discover that I will be dead soon. Thanks Heart Foundation.19 Aug 05:00 PM
Lifestyle'Cold sore virus took our baby at 13 days'The common cold sore virus can be passed on by an innocent touch or kiss.12 Aug 07:40 AM
EnvironmentTests from a box to fight diseasesScience forums hears from Richard Winkworth about his studies of pests and diseases09 Aug 06:00 AM
New ZealandChild neglect charges dropped after girl found with maggots in hairThe girl was admitted to hospital with maggots in her hair.26 Jul 05:00 AM
New ZealandDoctors urged to back fresh effort on climate changeHealth professionals have been urged to back Govt's proposed Zero Carbon Act.16 Jul 02:24 AM
New ZealandKiwi babies die from syphilis: 'It's heartbreaking'Preventable deaths are the 'train wreck' doctors have warned of for years.15 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandMeet the Kiwi DNA detective helping kids across worldWorld-renowned Kiwi researcher Stephen Robertson is offering hope to families everywhere.14 Jul 05:30 PM
LifestyleBlemishes on woman's face turned out to be parasitic wormFirst, it appeared as a tiny blemish under the eye.22 Jun 08:18 PM
New ZealandFunds for poisoned Putaruru family to go to their childrenThe remaining funds raised for the family poisoned last year to be released within a week.11 Jun 09:13 AM
WorldVenezuela hit by first case of Polio since 1989 as country falls deeper into crisisEconomic crash is crippling the country, including the healthcare system.10 Jun 10:17 PM
