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The use of new imaging technology at optometrists is increasing workload on DHBs.
'Gangsters beat him senseless': Attack outside Auckland bar
The assault occurred on Bairds Rd, near Paradise Bar & Pokies.
SH1 fatal crash: Family torn apart, 2yo won't walk again
"We are just praying to God that our baby is going to stay here with us."
Guns N' Roses drummer hospitalised after self-inflicted knife wound
Police responded to an incident at Adler's home in Studio City, California.
Proton therapy hope for 2-year-old with rare cancer
Parents hope to get treatment in the US for energetic 2-year-old with rare cancer.
Female guard punched in nose at Waikato Hospital
An agitated patient broke the guard's nose while trying to leave the hospital.
13 Waikato hospital buildings without WOFs due to fire concerns
Waikato DHB has 14 buildings with failed building WoFs
Mum claims hospital's breastfeeding policy 'unfair'
Mum claims she was 'punished' for not breastfeeding her child while he was in hospital.
Legionnaires death; 14 months on, the grieving continues for Auckland widow
New research has discovered legionella misdiagnosed as pneumonia in 2/3rds of cases.
Fourth hospital security guard attacked this year
"Directly employed security seems to be the model to look at for DHBs," union E tū says.
Family of guard found lifeless and in a pool of blood thank man who saved her
Male patient had grabbed an oxygen cylinder and attacked the woman.
Daughter of security guard seriously assaulted at Waikato Hospital last month
Daughter of security guard seriously assaulted at Waikato Hospital last month
Bashed hospital guard faces months of recovery
Woman was severely beaten with an oxygen cylinder while on duty.
Logjam: Busy hospital 'short of 100 carparks'
University students have been asked to not take up spots meant for visitors.
Middlemore's Dr David Galler: Fixing climate change will fix our health
Intensive care specialist Dr David Galler will mark 30 years' work at Middlemore Hospital.
Airport worker struck down by devastating illness
Akhilesh Kadam died almost a week after being rushed to hospital in a critical condition.
DHB funding 'hardly enough to keep the lights on'
DHBs have not been given enough to keep up with demand, experts say.
Starship hospital's drive to raise $235,000 to boost Play Specialist service
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Archie's birth certificate has surprise detail
Buckingham Palace has released the birth certificate of Prince Harry and Meghan's baby.
Winter at Middlemore Hospital: Over 2000 patients in one week
Between August 1 - 7, 2016, a total of 2,011 patients attended Middlemore Hospital.
Public vs Private: Solutions trialled in other countries
The spinal surgery Kay Billman waited 18 months for gave her back her life.
Security guard attacked at Waikato Hospital lucky to be alive
A man alleged to have assaulted staff has been remanded for mental health assessment.
Doctors' pay: Health conflict a 'dirty little secret'
The money question: Should private practice be used to entice specialists to stay in NZ?
Security guard and four nurses injured in attack at Waikato Hospital
Four nursing staff and a security guard were physically assaulted by a patient.
Man critically injured with gunshot wounds in Auckland
Police are currently working to establish the circumstances of the man's injuries.
Public v private: Why are we waiting so long for surgery?
Kay Billman lived in pain for 18 months because she could not afford private surgery.
How 800 New Zealand cancer patients could be saved every year
Hamilton mum-of-five battling brain cancer wants New Zealanders to know there's hope.
Road crashes majority cause of injuries - trauma study
Study finds 47% of major-trauma patients have moderate/severe disability at one year
Tiny triplets born at 25 weeks have thrived
Molly, Joshua and Cameron are happy, healthy and ready to unleash.
5yo mosque survivor to Prince William: 'Do you have a daughter?'
5-year-old Alen was previously unable to speak, see or eat when she woke from a coma.