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Charlotte, 28, has endometriosis, an inflammatory disease affecting 1 in 10 NZ women.
What taking an antihistamine does to your brain
Some research suggests popular hay fever medication could increase your risk of dementia.
‘Not out of danger’: Pope undergoes two procedures after respiratory failure
Pope Francis required two bronchoscopies due to breathing attacks on Monday.
Opinion: Why new health funding misses the mark on equity
Expanded GP funding will be performance-based, raising complexity concerns.
‘There’s no cure’: Kiwi mum’s fight against cancer
Sarena Crane is seeking alternative treatment to beat cancer.
Zelenskyy's European meeting and more health workers leave for Australia | NZ Herald News Update
Volodymyr Zelenskyy wraps up his meeting with European and Canadian leaders in London and more healthcare workers are lured to Australia. Video / NZ Herald, AFP
Mum’s heartbreak over baby’s suffering, alleges healthcare ignored concerns
Kruger shared her daughter's suffering to highlight cultural issues in healthcare.
Hospital sends info about sex abuse victim in hiding from gang-linked offender to stranger
The woman went to hospital but her discharge papers were sent to a stranger by mistake.
Feeling helpless or hopeless? You might have burnout or depression
Symptoms can be similar, here's how to identify what's up - and to cope with it.
‘We want parents to be alert’: Predator jailed for posing as child online
Police issue warning after man tricked kids into sending explicit content.
Plane crash at Tauranga Airport prompts investigation
A person trapped in the plane was rescued using special equipment.
Firefighters with wrong gear burned by sulphuric acid - report
Two firefighters wearing incorrect safety gear suffered burns.
‘Hugely traumatising’: Nurse stole $59k from vulnerable rest home volunteer
Tracy Peterson said she was 'deeply remorseful' but disagreed the man did not know.
New 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.
Govt mulls extending repeat prescriptions, doctors warn it may lead to ‘catastrophic’ GP shortages
Patients may be able to go longer without seeing a doctor for a repeat prescription.
Inappropriate messages and home visits: Osteo leaves NZ amid indecent assault claims
The osteopath sent texts with flower emojis and discussed sexual topics.
‘I could’ve been gone’: Boxer Mea Motu on major health crisis
The Kiwi boxing champion pulls no punches in the biggest fight of her life.
Researchers study brains of deceased domestic violence victims for CTE insights
CTE is diagnosed post-mortem, and is linked to repeated head trauma.
‘Can we afford this?’: Patients shocked by $1000 after-hours medical fees
Fees as high as $1000 have been quoted for after-hours appointments.
Up to 1000 rally against hospital downgrading health services
Obstetrics and gynaecology services at Whakatāne Hospital have been downgraded.
'Not ideal': Overnight Napier health care in the balance as March 1 changes loom
It's just over a week before changes begin but Health NZ can't say what they'll be.
Health sector chaos, Hamas hostages to be released and speeding cameras are down
The NZ Health sector is believed to be in chaos after multiple high profile resignations. Hamas has been ordered to release more hostages and multiple speed cameras are down.
Simeon Brown opens ward at North Shore Hospital
Health Minister Simeon Brown opens ward at North Shore Hospital. Video / Alex Burton
Neighbour opposing apartment block wins concession from Metlifecare
'I will need to either purchase privacy blinds or live in my bedroom,' the neighbour said.
Opinion: Health system in crisis – this must be Govt's top Budget priority
OPINION: New Zealanders need a healthcare system that works for everyone.
Editorial: End of ban on gay blood donations a long time coming
OPINION: Under the new system, all donors would have individualised risk assessments.
Opinion: Fixing funding is crucial for NZ primary healthcare
OPINION: Funding gaps force practices to raise fees, reduce services or close doors.
‘Relevelling work’ at Remuera’s giant Edmund Hillary village centre, floors became uneven
'We didn’t sign up for living in the middle of a construction zone with constant noise.'
Fears older people being let down by Dunedin Hospital revamp
The Government confirmed the new Dunedin Hospital will open with 351 beds.
Letters: The folly of relying on private healthcare; Trumpism in NZ politics
OPINION: Once lost, our wonderful public health system can never be recovered.
Govt invests $67m in Hawke's Bay Hospital upgrades
The radiology department will be upgraded, and a new cancer treatment machine added.
'Significant clinical risk': Dargaville Hospital rostered overnight doctor only five out of 55 nights
A senior Northland doctor is worried about a lack of medical staff.
Medical imaging now more accessible in Bay of Plenty
A new medical imaging clinic is now open in Tauranga.