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 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 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 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
PoliticsGovernment struggles with lack of visibility of big projects ahead of Budget 2025Treasury warns of $140b project woes amid data concerns.27 Feb 06:55 PM
New Zealand‘Physical contact’: Complaint surfaces against ACC official seconded to Health NZJohn Bennett appeared shirtless during a video call in January.26 Feb 06:40 AM
New ZealandNew Whangārei Hospital transit lounge replaces facility ‘not fit for purpose’Aim of the new $3.75m transit lounge is to free up bed space while comforting patients.25 Feb 11:30 PM
New ZealandRotorua considers new bottle store freeze to tackle alcohol harmIt comes as the city sets a new national record for liquor licence opposition.24 Feb 07:25 PM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsGovt mulls extending repeat prescriptions, doctors warn it may lead to ‘catastrophic’ GP shortagesPatients may be able to go longer without seeing a doctor for a repeat prescription.24 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandInappropriate messages and home visits: Osteo leaves NZ amid indecent assault claimsThe osteopath sent texts with flower emojis and discussed sexual topics.24 Feb 01:00 AM
New ZealandDoubts remain over Napier Health Centre overnight serviceCity residents await news on what plans there are for urgent overnight healthcare.22 Feb 12:04 AM
New ZealandHealth NZ apologises for sharing social media post depicting sex act'I apologise to anyone who was upset by that.'21 Feb 06:30 AM
New Zealand‘Failed’ system: Health data left vulnerable due to contract oversightsThe Manurewa Marae inquiry exposed system weaknesses.20 Feb 07:31 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionAudrey YoungAudrey Young: Health hunger games – is Lester Levy next?OPINION: The commissioner's turnaround plan is under review and speculation is mounting.20 Feb 12:34 AM
New Zealand‘Hell of a fight’: Retiree battles ACC after delayed terminal cancer diagnosisHe was turned down, then offered $19,732, which he said was an 'insult'.19 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandUp to 1000 rally against hospital downgrading health servicesObstetrics and gynaecology services at Whakatāne Hospital have been downgraded.19 Feb 12:21 AM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Not ideal': Overnight Napier health care in the balance as March 1 changes loomIt's just over a week before changes begin but Health NZ can't say what they'll be.19 Feb 12:10 AM
New Zealand‘Unusual demand’: Hospital urges non-urgent cases to seek alternativesChristchurch ED urges non-urgent cases to seek care elsewhere due to high demand.17 Feb 10:46 PM
New ZealandGoing private: Is it the answer to public health woes?Critics say private hospitals divert resources and increase inequities.17 Feb 06:20 PM