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Doctor and nurse strike could delay 4300 surgeries and appointments
The union said it was the first 24-hour strike in its 35-year history.

Why Director-General of Health was hand-picked, not traditionally hired
Ex-Transport Secretary Audrey Sonerson was appointed to the role in April.

ED upgrades, more carparks : Inside the Govt’s new health infrastructure plan
The Government says the 10-year plan is the first of its kind.

Simeon Brown health infrastructure announcement
Simeon Brown is set to make a health infrastructure announcement live from Auckland. Video / NZ Herald

Health NZ looking to avoid doctor's strike and heavy rain and winds inbound | NZ Herald News Update
Health NZ looking to avoid doctor's strike, heavy rain and wild winds in the North Island and signs of confidence returning to property market.

Senior doctors to go on strike for 24 hours on May 1 over pay rates, understaffing
The union said it was the first 24-hour strike in its 35-year history.

'Extremely traumatic': Doctor's error with implant leads to unwanted pregnancy
The non-binary person thought they were protected but became pregnant while overseas.

'Shell-shocked': Woman's month-long wait for surgery after missed miscarriage
'I could see how the system was held together with duct tape.'

Prabani Wood: Failing to get frontline healthcare right has a huge cost
Every dollar invested in primary care saves around $13 on post-primary healthcare.

‘I am deeply sorry’: Man developed terminal cancer after experts missed signs for five years
'Several different clinicians involved in [his] care failed to identify the abnormality.'

Fears for dying kids as the country’s only specialist takes extended leave
General paediatricians were asked to fill the role but lacked training.

Ex-convict promoted ‘bogus’ blood detox, seen with patients in Auckland clinic
A health expert described the treatments as 'quackery'.

Botched: Cancer patient still seeks answers after surgeon removes wrong lung
Ian Tollemache wants an explanation of how a surgery mistake happened.

Heathrow Airport on fire, Western Springs Speedway revs up for a final lap | NZ Herald News Update
Heathrow Airport is closed due to a fire breaking out. PM Luxon has touched back down on home soil after a productive trip to India. Western Springs Speedway closes its doors.

Jason Gunn’s ‘arse on camera’: TV icon’s heartfelt message to supporters after colonoscopy
'Soon I will go into the hospital. I will be heavily sedated. Wish me luck,' Gunn said.

Labrador Hogan at work
Hogan the labradoor at work in the lab at K9MD headquarters detecting ovarian cancer. Video / K9MD

Pharmac’s relationship with patients critiqued during meetings
Pharmac CEO Sarah Fitt resigned last month as two reviews were being completed.

Surgeon who operates on NZ women with controversial syndrome charged with killing patient
The surgeon is considered a saviour by some NZ patients, who say he changed their lives.

Simeon Brown announces measures to boost nursing workforce
Health Minister Simeon Brown announces measures to boost our nursing workforce that will deliver immediate benefits to people seeking care. Video / Mark Mitchell

Medical schools boosted by 25 places a year
More graduates will also be trained in general practice clinics rather than hospitals.

Simeon Brown announcing measures to make it easier for kiwis to see a GP
Health Minister Simeon Brown announcing measures to make it easier for all kiwis to see a GP. Video / Mark Mitchell