New ZealandHealth NZ admits ‘gap in communications’ over non-existent sick baby unitDocuments reveal the timeline of how the unit was quietly shelved. 18 Mar 09:54 PM
New ZealandHealth NZ refuses to release rent costs for sick baby unit that doesn’t existNegotiations are under way with another health provider to take on the lease.17 Mar 04:00 AM
New ZealandWoman dies after three-day delay for surgery to fix her broken legThe 74-year-old's leg was broken after she was knocked over in a park by a dog.17 Mar 01:00 AM
New ZealandSchool lunch that badly burnt student was in packaging not fit for commercial useHeinz Wattie’s supplied the meal, but it wasn't found to be at fault.17 Mar 12:14 AM
KahuRare medical diagnosis saves Waikato man after decades of mysteryGeorge Moanaroa wants to educate communities about acromegaly with a te ao Māori lens.15 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandTeen left wheelchair-bound by rare condition after food poisoning battles ACC for coverHis family argued earlier treatment might have improved his condition.15 Mar 02:00 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandMayor encourages public protest at Napier Health Centre over overnight health careOver 100 signed a health services 'Buller Declaration', and the mayor urged them to rally.14 Mar 02:31 AM
PoliticsGovt reject advice to lower cancer screening age further for Māori, PasifikaThe Government is focused on 'need, not race'. 14 Mar 02:15 AM
Kahu‘Will cost lives’: Outcry over Govt’s bowel screening decisionExperts argue earlier screening for Māori could prevent more bowel cancer deaths.12 Mar 06:00 AM
New Zealand'Didn’t get what we wanted': Pathlab workers strike for second time in two monthsMembers didn't like striking 'but it's ... our only means to enact any sort of change'.11 Mar 09:00 PM
New ZealandHealth NZ apologises over woman’s month-long wait for ultrasound resultsA New Plymouth woman's ultrasound results were delayed for a month.11 Mar 07:59 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand‘Improving but significant work ahead’: Tairawhiti’s immunisation pushTairawhiti achieved the highest ED efficiency, with 92.2% treated in six hours.10 Mar 11:16 PM
New ZealandCancer patients left with no hot water in Auckland hospital wardTransplant patient struggled to wash using kettle-boiled water and disposable bowl.10 Mar 07:21 PM
New ZealandMan dies from sepsis in Auckland hospital despite daughter being told ‘he would come right’Health NZ says it has apologised 'unreservedly' to the man's family.10 Mar 01:00 AM
OpinionOpinion: Why the end of Whānau Ora is a step backwards for New ZealandWhaea Tariana launched Whānau Ora, shifting focus to collective wellbeing.09 Mar 08:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandSurgeon who operates on NZ women with controversial syndrome charged with killing patientThe surgeon is considered a saviour by some NZ patients, who say he changed their lives. 07 Mar 04:00 PM
PoliticsHealth NZ used single Excel spreadsheet to track $28b of public moneyDeloitte financial review of health agency lays out 'significant concerns'.07 Mar 04:09 AM
PoliticsMinister announces return of Health NZ board after axingSimeon Brown said it was time to begin transitioning to traditional governance.06 Mar 10:30 PM
OpinionOpinion: Making sure the health sector doesn’t mark its own homeworkOPINION: Safety and quality will always be a priority for everyone working in health.05 Mar 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumLifestyleWhat taking an antihistamine does to your brainSome research suggests popular hay fever medication could increase your risk of dementia.04 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandRugby club loses licence after patron’s drunk driving kills young mumCass Maguire's father said the club and others were responsible for his daughter's death.04 Mar 04:38 AM
New ZealandMedical schools boosted by 25 places a yearMore graduates will also be trained in general practice clinics rather than hospitals. 04 Mar 12:09 AM
New Zealand‘It’s not a way to run a health service’ - the cost of health redundanciesHealth NZ has now paid out more than $33 million alone to staff it has cut.03 Mar 06:56 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandHealth NZ pays close to $900k for voluntary redundancies in one regionThe PSA argues health cuts are risking patients' lives and should be stopped.03 Mar 05:00 PM
OpinionOpinion: Why new health funding misses the mark on equityExpanded GP funding will be performance-based, raising complexity concerns.03 Mar 05:12 AM
New Zealand'Heartbroken': Healthcare assistant photographed man in coma, shared with othersThe healthcare worker, who knew the patient, also shared his medical information.03 Mar 01:00 AM
New Zealand‘There’s no cure’: Kiwi mum’s fight against cancerSarena Crane is seeking alternative treatment to beat cancer.02 Mar 10:56 PM
New ZealandMum’s heartbreak over baby’s suffering, alleges healthcare ignored concernsKruger shared her daughter's suffering to highlight cultural issues in healthcare.02 Mar 05:00 PM
New ZealandNurses, social workers working as receptionists as ‘back office’ public sector cuts biteGovernment assurances cuts would not affect the front line were false, the PSA said.02 Mar 04:00 PM
New Zealand'It's not a nice feeling': Woman months overdue for heart surgery struggles to breatheHealth NZ has apologised and scheduled a cardiologist appointment.01 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandHospital sends info about sex abuse victim in hiding from gang-linked offender to strangerThe woman went to hospital but her discharge papers were sent to a stranger by mistake.01 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandFizzy fury: Call to ban sugary drinks from sports stadiumsDental Association says the “severity of the issue” of tooth decay in youth is alarming.01 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandHealth NZ extends decision on Napier after hours urgent care by four weeksIn the meantime, the urgent care service will close at 8pm from tomorrow.28 Feb 02:57 AM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand‘Creating capacity’: New private surgical facility anchors $80m developmentPioneering surgeon-led facility will create 100 jobs and is part of a $80m development.27 Feb 08:09 PM
