New ZealandWoman accused of putting toddler in closed suitcase appears in courtPolice say the child was at risk of suffocation, heat exhaustion and trauma. 03 Aug 10:24 PM
New ZealandNorth Shore Hospital ward for patients with nowhere else to goThe 20-bed ward is for non-medical patients who still need care but with nowhere to go.03 Aug 07:44 PM
New ZealandWoman charged after 2yo found in suitcase on bus in NorthlandThe driver became concerned when he noticed the bag moving.03 Aug 09:13 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandThe unsettling rise of eating disorders in NZ – is social media to blame?Rose has veneers to replace the damage to her teeth from vomiting.02 Aug 11:00 PM
New ZealandOn The Up: How a few muddy hot pools were transformed into a multimillion-dollar attractionLong renowned for its healing powers, Ngāwhā Springs has undergone a $4.3m upgrade. 02 Aug 10:00 PM
New Zealand'Efficiency issues': Health NZ's bonus plan clashes with unionThe Government has proposed $32 million for staffing incentives over two years.02 Aug 04:27 AM
New ZealandIntern pharmacist suspended after baby diesBellamere Arwyn Duncan died from phosphate toxicity at Starship children's hospital.01 Aug 08:33 AM
New Zealand'I thought I was going to die': Man drove into ex, pinning her between car and retaining wallJudge: Chad Erueti has 'an unimpressive history of violence' and needed to be jailed.01 Aug 08:00 AM
WorldScientists find microplastics in human brains, health impact unclearMicroplastics have been found in human brains, lungs, and placentas.01 Aug 03:45 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionSimon WilsonA councillor in Fiji, another in hospital, and Wayne Brown's 'inappropriate' jokeOpinion: Council attendance, bargaining for the city, elections, Panmure and the St James.01 Aug 03:00 AM
WorldBat encounter leaves woman with big bill She received four rabies vaccine doses over 14 days in three American states.01 Aug 02:41 AM
New Zealand'Someone knows what happened': Probe after infant suffers critical 'non-accidental' injuriesPolice said early inquiries suggested the baby's injuries weren't accidental.01 Aug 02:10 AM
WorldPensioner arrested over alleged poisoning at Christian summer campAll eight children were taken to hospital and have since been discharged.31 Jul 06:25 PM
LifestyleIs your heart ageing faster than you? Here’s how to checkNew heart-age calculator offers insights into heart health. 31 Jul 12:58 AM
New ZealandStriking nurses protest outside Tauranga HospitalThe rain did not stop an estimated 200 NZNO members picketing outside the hospital. Video / NZ HeraldWatch30 Jul 02:35 AM
ChristchurchKnife-wielding man arrested at nursing protest in Christchurch A man has been arrested after he allegedly threatened to kill protesters in Christchurch.30 Jul 02:04 AM
WorldUS FDA seeks to ban synthetic opioid 7-OH over addiction concernsSynthetic opioid 7-OH is found in gummies and drinkable shots sold widely in US.30 Jul 01:42 AM
New Zealand36,000 nurses to strike over staffing crisis, disrupting 4300 appointmentsPatient procedures and specialist consults will be postponed due to the strike.29 Jul 06:05 PM
New ZealandWhat you need to know about Wednesday's nurses strikeAcute and emergency services will still be provided during the industrial action.29 Jul 08:26 AM
WorldMother admits killing daughter found in village pondAlice Mackey admitted killing her 2-year-old daughter, Annabel.29 Jul 04:01 AM
LifestyleOpinion: How exercise and diet can stave off heart diseaseAim for 150 minutes of aerobic exercise and two strength sessions weekly.29 Jul 03:32 AM
Rugby'Unfortunate incident': Crossbar falls on player during top Auckland schoolboy clashThe player received medical attention and was allowed to continue.29 Jul 12:00 AM
New ZealandCall for law change after baby dies from alleged pharmacy errorA 2-month-old baby died after receiving an adult dosage of phosphate.28 Jul 09:26 PM
New Zealand'Wrong priorities': $300m tax break for Philip Morris under fireThe tax break for Heated Tobacco Products is extended to July 2027 despite health warnings28 Jul 08:04 PM
New Zealand'Cruel and Third World': Patient starved 16 hours a day for six days waiting for surgeryThe patient should have had surgery within six to 24 hours, Health NZ admitted.28 Jul 06:11 PM
New Zealand'Unparalleled disruption': One in 1000 Kiwis homeless as housing crisis worsensRough sleeping and people living in cars is on the rise across New Zealand.28 Jul 06:00 PM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsHealth NZ considering sending cancer patients to Oz, citing gynaecologist shortageNZ has half as many gynaecology oncologists per capita as is recommended internationally. 28 Jul 05:00 PM
New Zealand'You were everything': Man who died from critical injuries in Rotorua rememberedFour men took the injured man to Rotorua Hospital on Saturday night.28 Jul 07:38 AM
New ZealandFamily didn't have a chance to say goodbye after teen died from post-op complicationsHDC: A significant number of changes have been made to the health sector since the death.28 Jul 02:00 AM
LifestyleWhy parenting can feel like an extreme sportExperts advise core training and proper lifting techniques to prevent injuries.27 Jul 11:28 PM
New Zealand'It was a scary way to live': Housing battle ends for terminally ill manLogan faced ICU admissions and five helicopter transfers due to poor living conditions.27 Jul 11:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionSam Egger: Youth vaping is a problem, let's look at the evidenceOPINION: Vaping rates rose from 9.7% in 2023 to 11.1% in 2024.27 Jul 06:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Rebuilding trust key to tackling vaccine hesitancyOPINION: Nationally, 77% of children were vaccinated by 24 months old last year.27 Jul 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumBusinessGP clinic owners form AI-focused joint venture, doctor gives her verdict on AI scribePLUS: A doctor's verdict on AI scribes.27 Jul 12:01 AM
