New ZealandDisability sector appalled by sudden restrictions on support fundingThe changes were announced with no warning and were effective immediately.19 Mar 03:00 AM
New Zealand'We're relieved': Pharmac cancer funding welcomed by familiesThe new rule means every child with cancer receives the same access to vital medicine.16 Mar 07:54 PM
New ZealandMinistry of Health staff told job losses likely as department tries to slash costsThe ministry has paused recruitment and is looking to defer spending where possible.13 Mar 07:20 PM
New ZealandToo sick to enrol? Chronically ill Rotorua woman struggles to find GPNew research shows underfunding is forcing some clinics to cherry-pick healthy patients.11 Mar 05:47 PM
New ZealandCovid-19 latest: 4803 new cases, 24 deaths in last week4803 new cases had been reported, and 24 further deaths attributed to the virus.11 Mar 02:58 AM
New Zealand'No way did I consent': Woman given mesh treatment instead of hysterectomyIt was four months before she found out what type of surgery she'd had.11 Mar 01:20 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandDouble the pay: Kiwi nurses still heading to Oz despite big pay rises at homeOne nurse says she gets twice the pay, free return airfares, accommodation and a car.09 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandConcerns at capacity GP clinics are ‘cream-skimming’ and discriminating in selecting new patientsStaff surveys said four in five GPs had closed books or limited enrolments.07 Mar 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Move to Auckland': Dentists tell parents to wait 'up to three years' for kids' check-ups14 per cent of kids due for an oral health check-up in 2022 are yet to be seen.06 Mar 05:00 PM
New ZealandBoy with 'crippling disability' denied rehab after five-hour brain surgery'We just do not have enough facilities for the kids in our country,' his mum says.05 Mar 04:02 PM
New ZealandNorthland gets a disabled entertainment extravaganzaA spark of entertainment for the Far North's disabled community.04 Mar 04:00 PM
KahuLooking at the numbers, Dr Shane Reti's health plan for Māori doesn't add upOPINION: Chartered accountant Neil Woodhams looks at the Health Minister's budget.03 Mar 07:34 PM
New ZealandWhy half of all Kiwis are avoiding the dentistNothing will change unless the Government acts, the NZ Dental Association says.03 Mar 05:12 AM
TalanoaHigh rates in childhood obesity among Pasifika concerningA report found the obesity rate quadrupled among children and adolescents from 1990-2022.02 Mar 10:57 PM
New ZealandWhat's next for the chop in Govt's health reforms sights?Health Minister Shane Reti plans to scrap another key part of the Health NZ reforms.28 Feb 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsHealth services may need to be cut to slow rising costsHealth spending will rise 40 per cent in coming decades and service cuts may be needed.25 Feb 10:26 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Significant loss to Hawke’s Bay:' Local nurses looking to AustraliaThe promise of higher pay and better conditions could be a factor.24 Feb 11:17 PM
New ZealandCancer Control Agency admits ongoing delays ‘stressful’ for cancer patientSouthern Cancer Service received criticism for long waiting times last year.24 Feb 10:46 PM
New ZealandMum pleads for understanding over adult son's screaming bouts“Pachygyria patients ... may have difficulty controlling some behaviours."24 Feb 06:00 PM
LifestyleWhy do I keep getting urinary tract infections?It’s like being on a never-ending battlefield.22 Feb 12:15 AM
New Zealand'Urgent action needed': NZ on brink of measles outbreak, say public health expertsNew Zealand's immunisation rates are at their lowest in 15 years.21 Feb 04:13 PM
New ZealandTerminally ill Kiwi children relying on 'luck of the draw' for palliative careDr Amanda Evans says paediatric palliative care must be recognised as essential.20 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandNurses report mistakes in being paid what they are owed from Te Whatu OraTe Whatu Ora says the work in paying back nurses 'is taking longer than anticipated'.15 Feb 05:34 AM
New ZealandYoung woman who took her own life had asked to go to more secure care facilityShe was found unresponsive in her bedroom at a mental health respite facility.12 Feb 01:20 AM
New ZealandDeepfaked and doctored: Michael Baker demands action over bogus adsA wave of Facebook ads for sham-health products steal the identities of top doctors.11 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandRacial slur: Te Whatu Ora nurse sacked following comment about colleagueThree of the nurse's colleagues reacted to the comment with laughing emojis.10 Feb 03:00 AM
New ZealandOne size doesn't fit all: Obese people vulnerable with vaccine approachNZ researchers find some vaccines are less effective when delivered with standard needles.09 Feb 06:44 AM
New Zealand'Wilful blindness': Nelson doctor fined for affair with patient’s husbandThe GP was found guilty of professional misconduct.09 Feb 02:28 AM
New ZealandBotox botch up: Woman injected by unqualified 'nurse' suffers pain surges, racing heartThe doctor was away, so told his unqualified practice manager to do the procedure herself.05 Feb 01:00 AM
New ZealandUnion: 'Snowballing' doctor shortage means some patients' conditions are getting worse and they're facing long waitsPatients are going through months of pain due to enormous long hospital waitlists.04 Feb 07:28 AM
PoliticsAssociate Health Minister likely confused over conflicting tobacco tax comments - PMA leaked document indicated the NZ First MP had asked for advice on an excise tax freeze.29 Jan 11:55 PM
New Zealand'My body's falling to bits': Woman pleads 'let me die'Currently the end-of-life legislation is only an option for people who are terminally ill.23 Jan 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialFifth Covid wave hits new high in NZ as Govt looks at ending free RATsOPINION: Covid-19 levels have surged to their highest levels since NZ's fifth wave began.21 Jan 04:00 PM
KahuUrgent inquiry granted into plans to end Māori Health AuthorityThe claim says Māori would be prejudicially affected by the move.21 Jan 02:40 AM
