New ZealandHospitals hand out $13m in vouchers to ease ED pressureMore than 130,000 patients were redirected from EDs to urgent care or telehealth.07 Oct 04:00 PM
WorldDoctors describe ‘horrific’ scenes in GazaMore than 67,000 people have been killed since Israel’s campaign began.05 Oct 08:34 PM
New ZealandHealthcare 'out of reach' for middle NZ, says LabourMPs hold public health meeting in Tauranga, where a local says middle-cl03 Oct 01:01 AM
WorldAid worker among dead as Gaza death toll climbsNasser Hospital reported 14 killed by gunfire while queuing for food relief.02 Oct 08:05 PM
New ZealandDocuments reveal bullying at Dunedin Hospital, staff 'live in fear' at SouthlandHealth NZ has launched an internal review ordered by commissioner Lester Levy.02 Oct 06:11 PM
New ZealandThree more measles cases confirmed in Northland outbreakThe number of confirmed cases has now risen to nine. The latest three were close contacts.02 Oct 05:27 AM
Herald NOWMeasles Outbreak: Should we be concerned?All you need to know about this measles outbreak with Professor Helen Petousis-Harris.Watch01 Oct 07:38 PM
New ZealandWoman accused of putting toddler in suitcase on bus granted electronic bail, keeps name secretThe 27-year-old's next court appearance is in December. 30 Sep 11:39 PM
CrimePolice's significant step towards solving Baby Ru homicide nearly two years onBaby Ru died in Hutt Hospital in 2022, just shy of his second birthday.30 Sep 04:52 PM
New ZealandMother of missing woman shares fresh details: A cash withdrawal and hours in SkyCity basementThe mother of a 25-year-old missing for six weeks has revealed new info about the case.30 Sep 04:00 PM
EntertainmentJosh Hartnett hospitalised after police car collides with his SUVThe 47-year-old actor has been filming a Netflix series in Newfoundland.30 Sep 01:24 AM
PremiumPremiumHealthcareKnee replacements, colonoscopies – breaking down the highest-value claims in Southern Cross’ record $1.7b yearMembers who remain insured for more than 20 years get 96.5c back from premiums paid.29 Sep 04:00 PM
New ZealandCloser to home: Cancer Society confirms 20-room lodge to be built in WhangāreiThe lodge will enable cancer patients to use the new radiation oncology facility.29 Sep 04:00 PM
New ZealandNorthlanders rush to get measles shots after Bay of Islands case confirmedOnly about 60% of Northlanders are vaccinated, well below the 95% target.29 Sep 05:00 AM
New ZealandWoman charged with murder after Matatā incidentOne person died at the scene, while another remains stable in hospital.28 Sep 07:22 PM
New ZealandWoman assisting police after person dies in Matatā road incidentTwo people were 'injured while in a vehicle' near Matatā, with one dying at the scene.27 Sep 06:36 PM
New ZealandOne dead, one injured, suspect in custody after incident inside moving vehicleOne person has been taken by ambulance to Whakatāne Hospital.27 Sep 07:30 AM
New Zealand$4.3m for prison's new air-con, while hospital still waits About 40% of Hawke’s Bay Hospital still has no air-conditioning.26 Sep 08:31 PM
New Zealand'Sometimes I just record his voice': Heartbreak as toddler's rare cancer spreads'Obviously as a parent you never want to give up.'26 Sep 08:10 PM
New Zealand'Extremely traumatic': Man died from fall in ED after his 'high-risk' status was overlookedLeonard Collett was seen struggling to walk back to his bed. Soon after, he fell and died.26 Sep 06:00 AM
New ZealandWhangārei dad in critical condition after rescuing kids from Melbourne fireJames Bell suffered severe burns after smashing a window to save his son from the flames.26 Sep 05:01 AM
PremiumPremiumLetters to the EditorLetters: King misses chance to send Trump climate change messageOPINION: Medical staff canaries in the health coal mine; Mood of Boardroom is no surprise.25 Sep 05:00 PM
PoliticsHealth Minister promises 75,000 more procedures under new $65m planHealth Minister Simeon Brown and Dr Mike Shepherd spoke to media revealing a new plan to help boost the health sector. Video / NZ HeraldWatch24 Sep 11:02 PM
Christchurch'Point of crisis': Senior doctor warns hospital risks ‘catastrophic failure’Beds are so scarce that patients are now being treated in hospital corridors.24 Sep 04:54 AM
New ZealandInside the showdown between senior doctors and Health NZ over payHealth NZ hospitals remain open, with life-preserving services in place.23 Sep 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumPolitics'Preventable': New research reveals how firearms deaths cost NZ $300m a yearThe annual cost of firearms harm is $321m in lives lost and $1.48m in hospital care.22 Sep 08:00 PM
New ZealandAssaults on hospital staff jump 30% in two yearsMore than 7700 assaults on hospital staff were reported in the past year.22 Sep 06:57 AM
New ZealandWoman's epidural came out during 'distressing' birth, needed blood transfusions and surgeryThe woman suffered a postpartum haemorrhage caused by retained placental tissue.22 Sep 02:00 AM
New Zealand‘I’m very fearful’: Surge in demand for free health clinicPregnant mother Macy Te Whaiti calls the free service a 'lifesaver'.22 Sep 01:20 AM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Enormous' disruption: Backlash at hospital's plan to relax family visitor hoursChanges could mean visitors roam wards 'all hours of the day and night', the union says.21 Sep 06:00 PM
New ZealandHealth NZ data shows 18,000 patients waited more than six weeks for vital scansThe union said it was further evidence of the “grim” state of public radiology services.21 Sep 06:17 AM
New ZealandGovt’s $100m on 'targeted' hospital upgrades dismissed by Labour as 'bundle of routine maintenance'Health Minister Simeon Brown said the projects back hospitals with the upgrades they need.21 Sep 05:09 AM
WorldNHS faces possible lawsuit over death of Greek shipping heiressMarissa Laimou, 28, was found dead in her home in Knightsbridge, London on September 11.20 Sep 03:10 AM
New ZealandHealth NZ asks ERA to set doctors’ pay in unprecedented public sector moveDoctors plan to strike for 48 hours next week as their pay dispute escalates.19 Sep 11:47 PM
