New ZealandMeningococcal victim at same meeting as Fulton Hogan bossA Fulton Hogan staffer with meningococcal disease last week attended a meeting with boss Bill...03 Aug 01:27 AM
New ZealandMeasles outbreak in WaikatoThe Waikato District Health Board has written to parents of children attending schools or early education centres in Te Awamutu advising them of the outbreak, which involved students from a local college.30 Jul 02:55 AM
Lifestyle'Don't use paracetamol for fever'A respected scientific group has recommended not using paracetamol to reduce flu-related fever.10 Jul 05:30 PM
LifestyleWrinkly rat may hold the secret of eternal youthResearch has revealed the naked mole rat has a genome similar to that of a human.07 Jul 02:50 AM
WorldLong-term kidney damage threatens E. coli victimsAs Europe's E. coli crisis wanes, some experts are now warning of a looming threat: possible long-term kidney complications for many of the victims.16 Jun 02:26 AM
WorldNorthern Territory tourist dies after mozzie biteA 19-year-old Canadian tourist has died after contracting one of Australia's most rare mosquito-borne diseases.26 May 12:45 AM
WorldSkin cells to rescue ailing liversScientists have been able to convert skin cells into liver cells, a breakthrough that could one day eliminate the need for organ transplants.12 May 12:08 AM
LifestyleObese children 'at greater risk of bone fractures'Obese young children are vulnerable to bone fractures and more likely to develop osteoporosis in old age, British study finds.11 Apr 09:04 PM
New ZealandDevastating pig disease still spreading - NZ PorkA devastating pig disease which broke out in the North Island in 2003 and crossed to the South Island in 2006 is still spreading, farmers say.26 Mar 07:17 AM
