PoliticsAssociate Health Minister likely confused over conflicting tobacco tax comments - PMA leaked document indicated the NZ First MP had asked for advice on an excise tax freeze.29 Jan 11:55 PM
New Zealand'Numerous risk factors': Nurse issues meningococcal warning as school resumesCaryn Williams says many factors contribute to young adults being at risk.29 Jan 09:12 PM
WorldAlzheimer’s disease passed to patients from growth hormonesFive people treated with a tainted human growth hormone show symptoms of Alzheimer’s .29 Jan 08:43 PM
New ZealandPhysio suspended for sexual misconduct on young female athlete patientThe physio indecently touched the girl on multiple occasions.29 Jan 06:09 PM
KahuMāori and Pasifika infants and toddlers made up 55% of meningitis cases last yearMeningococcal disease cases among Kiwi teens and young adults have risen by 88 per cent.29 Jan 05:35 PM
PremiumPremiumLifestyleReady, set, goal: How to set yourself up for a year of health and fitnessLearn how to redefine your identity and develop habits that support your wellbeing.29 Jan 04:00 AM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand2024 Transformation: Turn bad habits into actionable goalsSamantha Bluemel: How to turn bad habits into actionable goals. Video / Corey FlemingWatch29 Jan 04:00 AM
New ZealandNurse fired over anti-vax posts may need to pay $20kAmanda Turner was dismissed in 2021 after 'posting anti-vaccine information on Facebook'.29 Jan 03:22 AM
New Zealand'Foolish old man': Osteopath who performed sex act on patient revealedJoe Crozier nonconsensually penetrated a patient while her child was in the room.29 Jan 03:17 AM
LifestyleHow birth control is affecting your emotionsAside from altering menstrual cycles, oral contraceptives can also affect the brain.29 Jan 12:39 AM
Travel'Massively regret that': Woman's warning to long-haul flyersA young woman slept through a 20-hour flight, with a painful consequence.28 Jan 11:26 PM
LifestyleHow to solve your own problems without going to a therapistHere’s a common-sense guide on coping with life’s ups and downs.28 Jan 11:21 PM
New Zealand'Your confidence takes a hammering': Nurse speaks out about verbal abuse from patientsIt comes as assaults on staff at Bay of Plenty hospitals have been rising.28 Jan 10:34 PM
Lifestyle'Betrayed by my brain': Mum's devastating diagnosisThe diagnosis came five years after the mum-of-two underwent lifesaving surgery.28 Jan 09:46 PM
New Zealand'Your confidence takes a hammering': Nurse speaks out about verbal abuse from patientsShe is calling for the "long-term" increase of extra security guards at hospitals.28 Jan 08:39 PM
PremiumPremiumWorldGene therapy allows 11-year-old boy to hear for the first timeNew York Times: The genetic treatment targeted a particular kind of congenital deafness.28 Jan 04:00 PM
LifestyleDry January is nearly over. Here’s how to raise a glass - healthilyCongratulations for finishing Dry January. Now here's how to ease yourself back.28 Jan 03:40 AM
RoyalsKing Charles still in hospital as Queen returns to visitCamilla heads back to hospital as reports suggest Charles must remain over the weekend.28 Jan 12:27 AM
EntertainmentMorrissey of The Smiths' health in question after cancelling showsThe musician is 'receiving medical supervision' and has been advised to stay in Zurich.27 Jan 11:01 PM
LifestyleThe surprising ways to deal with chronic painMany people suffer from chronic pain; what are you able to do about yours?27 Jan 10:46 PM
New ZealandJust had Covid-19? This tricky variant was most likely behind itThe highly mutated JN.1 variant likely now makes up 80 per cent of NZ cases.27 Jan 09:32 PM
EntertainmentJay Leno files for conservatorship over wifeThe iconic talk show host has been married to his wife Mavis since 1980.27 Jan 09:14 PM
New ZealandWestern Bay among busiest areas in NZ for ambulance call-outsWeather events and Covid-19 are considered to be among reasons why.27 Jan 07:00 PM
New ZealandAussie holiday nightmare: Grandmother's health crisis sees family face $100k billSui Manase's family faces a $100,000 bill for a Medivac flight back to Auckland.27 Jan 01:50 AM
RugbyExclusive: The surprising rugby position most likely to be affected by brain diseaseA world-leading study has, for the first time, linked brain disease with NZ rugby players.26 Jan 05:08 PM
LifestyleWhy people in the world's 'blue zones' live longerWe're now living longer than ever before - here's how to stay well into old age.26 Jan 03:45 AM
LifestyleHow alcohol and drugs affect your genesResearch is investigating how to counteract addiction’s effects.26 Jan 12:47 AM
PremiumPremiumLifestyleI have a 75pc risk of developing Alzheimer’s — here’s what I’m doing to stay healthyA test showed me that I'm at high risk for the disease.25 Jan 11:00 PM
New ZealandCot death: Baby may have been saved if Oranga Tamariki had helped with bedding, says coronerSilongo Mafi, 3 months old, died while sharing a bed with his mother.25 Jan 04:00 PM
New Zealand‘Diseased lungs, ageing by nicotine’: Exhibition tackles risks of smoking, vapingTūhura Otago Museum says showcase will deliver timely warning to young people.25 Jan 06:09 AM
PremiumPremiumLifestyleCan learning a new language stave off dementia?New York Times: Research suggests bilingual people enjoy cognitive benefits later in life.25 Jan 06:00 AM
New Zealand'Game changer': Customs clearance allows air ambulance missions from Hawke's BayMedical flights no longer have to clear customs in Auckland.25 Jan 05:03 AM
New Zealand'Minister for the tobacco industry': Advocates slam proposed tax freezeFormer Health Minister Ayesha Verrall said Costello needed to clear the air.25 Jan 03:40 AM
New ZealandRat infestation at supermarket prompts investigationThe supermarket confirmed a recent increase in 'pest activity'.25 Jan 12:55 AM
