New Zealand|Updated $200k spent outsourcing scans and X-rays in Lakes, 1902 on waitlistThe union says it is 'impossible' to provide timely services as demand surges.26 Aug 09:00 PM
PremiumLifestyleWhy kiwifruit may be the perfect snackNew York Times: Why kiwifruit deserve a spot in your diet.26 Aug 06:00 PM
New Zealand'Like dwarf-tossing': Concussion experts call for Run It Straight banResearchers describe Run It Straight events as 'perfect brain injury delivery systems'.26 Aug 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Not cost-effective': $11m spent outsourcing scans, with 8750 patients waiting25 Aug 06:03 PM
PremiumPolitics‘Outrageous’: Agencies may need to make more cuts to fund massive board fee rises25 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandMan on blood thinners dies from brain bleed after pharmacist failed to properly manage medicationA pharmacist decided to manage the blood thinner dosage, without consulting the man's GP.25 Aug 02:00 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandCall for better government services support as Napier Outreach closesLighthouse and the Outreach have been a fixture in Napier for more than two decades.25 Aug 01:52 AM
New ZealandPatients face long wait times as thousands pay for private colonoscopiesNZ has 110 gastroenterologists, but many regions face shortages.24 Aug 09:01 PM
PremiumPremiumLifestyleNine health lessons we can learn from the Japanese dietTelegraph: Japanese cuisine is renowned for supporting longevity and weight management.24 Aug 06:00 AM
PremiumPremiumRoyalsHow Marama Royal is leading Ngāti Whātua Ōrākei to new heightsNgāti Whātua Ōrākei's assets have risen from $631m in 2014 to $1.53b last year.24 Aug 12:00 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionDiana ClementDiana Clement: How to plan for retiring overseasOPINION: Health insurance is crucial when retiring overseas, especially in Thailand.23 Aug 09:00 PM
ChristchurchFrom one mother to another: The care packages charity that helps mums in hospitalsJoy Reid said the charity had helped support her through her own grief journey. 23 Aug 05:02 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandWhy are so many men in this NZ region dying prematurely? Men in the region are nearly twice as likely to die prematurely as those in Auckland.22 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandGreen kiwifruit's bowel-moving powers recognised in EuropeFirst-ever fresh fruit to receive an authorised health claim from the European Commission.21 Aug 09:41 PM
World'Not traumatic': French streamer’s death likely medicalA post-mortem found no trauma or third-party involvement in his death.21 Aug 06:42 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: NZ can dramatically increase funding for vital drugsOPINION: It just needs to prioritise people's health and make budget cuts in other areas.21 Aug 05:00 PM
WorldWoman assisting police after newborn found in Perth storm drain'What we believe is that the baby was placed in that drain,' Australian detective says.20 Aug 10:50 PM
New ZealandDentists launch strategy to tackle NZ oral health crisisOne in three adults has untreated tooth decay, leading to hospital visits.20 Aug 08:11 PM
New ZealandJordan Keil inquest: Key health workers not told about risk he posed to himselfHealth workers offer condolences to grieving family as evidence exposes gaps in care.20 Aug 06:10 AM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand ‘Verge of collapse’: Report finds Tairāwhiti among worst regions for heart diseaseHealth NZ is expanding cardiology access with digital services and visiting specialists.20 Aug 04:00 AM
WorldRFK jnr and paediatricians clash over Covid shots for kidsUS medical association urges parents to vaccinate children aged 6 months to 23 months.20 Aug 02:29 AM
WellingtonDavid Seymour hopes Pharmac will make 'right decision' on miracle drugMinister responds after NZ family has to move to Australia for cystic fibrosis treatment.19 Aug 10:36 PM
WorldMore than 1100 deaths linked to Spanish heatwave in AugustIn July, 1060 deaths were attributed to the intense heat. 19 Aug 09:38 PM
EntertainmentBrisbane band's bassist battles stage 4 cancer, claims doctors ignored symptomsJordan Brunoli's bandmates have created a GoFundMe to help with the 29yo's treatment.19 Aug 09:29 PM
WorldFinnish MP 'takes own life' in Helsinki ParliamentThe national flag of Finland was lowered to half-mast after his death.19 Aug 06:08 PM
WellingtonWellington Hospital birthing suite short-staffed 70% of timeHealth NZ says 'there's definitely light at the end of the tunnel' thanks to recruiting.19 Aug 12:33 AM
EntertainmentWhy BBC's Ozzy documentary was pulled at the last minuteIt was billed as an intimate portrait of the heavy metal icon during his return to the UK.19 Aug 12:00 AM
WorldBaby's body found in stormwater drain in Perth's northTradesmen cleaning drains in the Western Australian city made the tragic discovery.18 Aug 11:21 PM
