New ZealandSenior 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. 15 Apr 04:59 AM
New Zealand'Extremely traumatic': Doctor's error with implant leads to unwanted pregnancyThe non-binary person thought they were protected but became pregnant while overseas.14 Apr 02:00 AM
Lifestyle'Shell-shocked': Woman's month-long wait for surgery after missed miscarriage'I could see how the system was held together with duct tape.'10 Apr 04:00 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionPrabani Wood: Failing to get frontline healthcare right has a huge costEvery dollar invested in primary care saves around $13 on post-primary healthcare.09 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandPrimary healthcare spend flatlines and plans for another Auckland hospital | NZ Herald News UpdatePublic primary healthcare spending has flatlined and Health Minister Simeon Brown announces plans for a second South Auckland hospital. Video/ NZ HeraldWatch26 Mar 06:09 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: One specialist goes on leave and the health system cracks appearOPINION: Our health system, including children's palliative care, has been neglected.24 Mar 04:00 PM
New Zealand‘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.'24 Mar 02:24 AM
New ZealandFears for dying kids as the country’s only specialist takes extended leaveGeneral paediatricians were asked to fill the role but lacked training.23 Mar 06:04 PM
New ZealandEx-convict promoted ‘bogus’ blood detox, seen with patients in Auckland clinicA health expert described the treatments as 'quackery'. 22 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandBotched: Cancer patient still seeks answers after surgeon removes wrong lungIan Tollemache wants an explanation of how a surgery mistake happened.22 Mar 01:55 AM
New ZealandHeathrow Airport on fire, Western Springs Speedway revs up for a final lap | NZ Herald News UpdateHeathrow 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.Watch21 Mar 07:53 PM
New ZealandJason 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. 21 Mar 12:49 AM
New ZealandLabrador Hogan at workHogan the labradoor at work in the lab at K9MD headquarters detecting ovarian cancer. Video / K9MDWatch10 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandPharmac’s relationship with patients critiqued during meetingsPharmac CEO Sarah Fitt resigned last month as two reviews were being completed. 09 Mar 10:50 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandSurgeon who operates on NZ women with controversial syndrome charged with killing patientThe surgeon is considered a saviour by some NZ patients, who say he changed their lives. 07 Mar 04:00 PM
PoliticsSimeon Brown announces measures to boost nursing workforceHealth Minister Simeon Brown announces measures to boost our nursing workforce that will deliver immediate benefits to people seeking care. Video / Mark MitchellWatch04 Mar 09:10 PM
New ZealandMedical schools boosted by 25 places a yearMore graduates will also be trained in general practice clinics rather than hospitals. 04 Mar 12:09 AM
PoliticsSimeon Brown announcing measures to make it easier for kiwis to see a GPHealth Minister Simeon Brown announcing measures to make it easier for all kiwis to see a GP. Video / Mark MitchellWatch03 Mar 04:34 AM
New ZealandChristopher Luxon holds post-Cabinet press conferenceChristopher Luxon and Simeon Brown discuss access to GPs and access to healthcare.Watch03 Mar 03:26 AM
New ZealandZelenskyy's European meeting and more health workers leave for Australia | NZ Herald News UpdateVolodymyr Zelenskyy wraps up his meeting with European and Canadian leaders in London and more healthcare workers are lured to Australia. Video / NZ Herald, AFPWatch02 Mar 06:32 PM
New ZealandNurses, social workers working as receptionists as ‘back office’ public sector cuts biteGovernment assurances cuts would not affect the front line were false, the PSA said.02 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandHospital sends info about sex abuse victim in hiding from gang-linked offender to strangerThe woman went to hospital but her discharge papers were sent to a stranger by mistake.01 Mar 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsGovt mulls extending repeat prescriptions, doctors warn it may lead to ‘catastrophic’ GP shortagesPatients may be able to go longer without seeing a doctor for a repeat prescription.24 Feb 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionOpinion: Health system in crisis – this must be Govt's top Budget priorityOPINION: New Zealanders need a healthcare system that works for everyone.10 Feb 02:00 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionOpinion: Fixing funding is crucial for NZ primary healthcareOPINION: Funding gaps force practices to raise fees, reduce services or close doors.04 Feb 04:00 PM
New Zealand‘They’ve broken a promise’: Special care unit for sick babies quietly shelvedThe new Health Minister has ordered a briefing on why the unit has not been delivered. 02 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandAssisted dying: Patient’s wish to die in hospice denied by policy A business in Wellington offered a space for the 44-year-old patient to die. 01 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandGovt invests $67m in Hawke's Bay Hospital upgradesThe radiology department will be upgraded, and a new cancer treatment machine added.30 Jan 12:23 AM
New Zealand‘Gay blood ban’ to be removed next year, blood donor service says The blanket ban on donations by gay and bisexual men is being scrapped. 29 Jan 10:00 PM
New Zealand'Significant clinical risk': Dargaville Hospital rostered overnight doctor only five out of 55 nightsA senior Northland doctor is worried about a lack of medical staff.29 Jan 05:37 PM
New Zealand‘Postcode lottery’: Audit probes surgery access disparitiesHealth NZ will be audited due to soaring surgery wait lists.29 Jan 03:48 AM
New Zealand'This is going to kill someone': Midwife's fear after maternity service 'downgrading'Higher-risk births were sent to a hospital more than an hour away after specialists quit.28 Jan 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumRetailKiwi period care brand AWWA acquired by North American giantSomedays is the North American leader in natural period pain relief products.26 Jan 07:00 PM
PoliticsNew Health Minister: Health NZ executive will have to changeDr Shane Reti lost the portfolio in Prime Minister Christopher Luxon's reshuffle.20 Jan 04:43 AM
