WorldHIV breakthrough reportedDoctors believe an HIV-positive man who underwent a stem cell transplant has been cured as a result of the procedure.14 Dec 08:38 PM
New ZealandSurvey finds sunbed regulation not workingSurvey finds only 10 per cent of outlets meet the voluntary criteria for safety.13 Dec 12:40 AM
New ZealandRecession hitting children's healthChildren are bearing the brunt of the economic recession, with around 2000 more kids admitted to hospital last year compared to 2007, according to a report compiled by the Children's Social Health Monitor.12 Dec 11:20 PM
LifestyleJust one in three Australians will be 'healthy weight' by 2025Figures to be released at an obesity summit today indicate 72 per cent of Australians aged over 25 will have a weight problem in 2025.07 Dec 09:00 PM
WorldAspirin - the little pill with a big impact on cancerIt is not yet a panacea for all ills, but it is getting close.07 Dec 04:30 PM
WorldThese little piggies carry diseases...A popular new pet is all the rage in Britain, but it comes with a warning.05 Dec 04:30 PM
WorldPolio epidemic in CongoA sudden epidemic of polio has ravaged the Democratic Republic of Congo.05 Dec 04:30 PM
New ZealandAlways check sore throat, mum warnsAfter two of her children developed rheumatic fever, Te Aroha Teriaki is warning parents to always err on the side of caution.03 Dec 04:30 PM
New ZealandBreast campaign crashes websiteA breast cancer campaign calling for women to post photos of their breasts online has caused a NZ website to crash.01 Dec 04:26 AM
WorldHIV pill heralds new era in fight against AIDSScientists this week announced the first pill to provide effective protection against Aids.24 Nov 12:14 AM
New ZealandBrain tumour patients gain greater access to drugDrug-buying agency Pharmac is set to provide greater access to an expensive drug used to treat brain cancer.21 Nov 11:35 PM
AgribusinessPollen import ban sought to save kiwifruit industryFederated Farmers want a ban on pollen imports and an end to artificial pollination of kiwifruit after Psa was found in pollen samples.21 Nov 04:30 PM
New ZealandKiller superbug in NZUp to four patients in NZ have contracted a killer strain of a superbug which inhabits other bacteria.20 Nov 04:30 PM
New ZealandOvercrowding blamed for high rheumatic fever rateHousehold crowding is being partially blamed for NZ's high rate of acute rheumatic fever among children and teenagers.14 Nov 09:51 PM
