New ZealandWatch: Experts explain 'gamechanger' treatments for CovidThey've been described as "gamechangers" in the fight against Covid-19.09 Dec 11:15 PM
OpinionLeo Molloy: Why Covid as we know it will be gone in 12 months'We live in stressful times, but take comfort that history is punctuated with crises.'25 Nov 03:00 AM
PremiumPremiumWorldShe died with long Covid. Should her organs have been donated?New York Times: The long-term outcomes for recipients of such organs are unknown.09 Nov 02:45 AM
New ZealandExperts react to traffic light system for opening up with vaccinesIt's possible for Auckland, and other regions, to reach the 90% target by Christmas.22 Oct 06:04 AM
WorldCovid-19: White House details plans to vaccinate kids aged 5-11Children ages 5 to 11 will soon be able to get a Covid-19 shot in the US.20 Oct 11:53 PM
New ZealandSuper Saturday: How many jabs to go before Auckland gets to 90 per cent?Super Saturday has given us a boost in the race between the virus and the vaccine.16 Oct 07:57 PM
New ZealandAussie brain cancer researcher overwhelmed by Wellington teenager's selfless campaign to fund cureThe funds raised will go towards finding better treatments for childhood brain cancer.08 Oct 09:59 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandVaxxed or not? Our new social chat - and looming conflictForty years ago the Springbok Tour was our great divider. In 2021, will it be vax status?24 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandAuckland supermarket, chemist among new Covid locationsNew Zealand needs 95 per cent vaccination rate because of low ICU capacity, expert says.23 Sep 10:59 PM
WorldBioNTech owners reveal how Pfizer rejected their jabBioNTech founders were initially told the mRNA technology was not going to work.11 Sep 10:47 PM
New ZealandDoes mixing Covid vaccines give better immunity?An expert wants the Government to stock up on the AstraZeneca vaccine too.22 Aug 11:25 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionJames McGoram: Why medicine funding doesn't fit into the 'trolley problem' basketOpinion: Saying some people are going to die is a failure of both empathy and imagination.10 Aug 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumBusinessMedSafe gives first licence to Kiwi cannabis company to manufacture medicinesThe marks a major milestone for the cannabis sector.03 Aug 05:22 AM
PremiumPremiumManufacturing150 jobs going as pharma company closes Manukau sitePharma company is closing sites in South Auckland that have operated since the 1990s.30 Jul 05:13 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandPharmac: Is our medicines agency still fit for purpose?Agency's future is under scrutiny as it juggles public demands and rising drug prices.28 Jul 05:00 PM
KahuOtago University researchers benefit from $13m in fundingResearch related to diabetes, Māori mental health, stomach cancer among areas funded.27 Jul 09:27 PM
New ZealandCritical breathing medicine shortage - demand doubles due to RSVMeanwhile dozens of children are battling the highly contagious winter virus in ICUs.14 Jul 12:22 AM
New Zealand'Lock them in, no breaks': Expert's advice on infected mariners'New Zealand should take lessons from what is now happening in New South Wales.'13 Jul 11:01 PM
World'Nightmare scenario': Potentially untreatable superbug being passed from dogs to humansAntimicrobial resistance is forecast to kill 10 million a year by 2050 if left unchecked.10 Jul 10:47 PM
New ZealandCancer tragedy: New dad dies just month after baby son bornKirsty Mitchell says cancer treatment in New Zealand should not come down to money.10 Jul 03:44 AM
New ZealandRSV virus swamping hospitals: How to keep kids safeRSV is not new and cases increased after borders reopened.08 Jul 12:01 AM
BusinessUK firm to start trialling magic mushrooms as treatment for depressionThe way we treat depression is evolving.04 Jul 11:45 PM
New ZealandFirst shot: New Zealanders trial new Chinese Covid vaccineA group of 1000 New Zealanders are being guinea pigs for the new Chinese covid vaccine.23 Jun 11:20 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandWhanganui acupuncturist welcomes inclusion under health ActWhanganui acupuncturist welcomes inclusion under health Act.10 Jun 05:00 PM
WorldNZ Alzheimer's charity 'cautiously optimistic' about new drugThe drug hasn't been shown to help slow the brain-destroying disease.07 Jun 08:57 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionCecilia Robinson: Time to get serious about funding PharmacPharmac now has more than $1 billion to spend every year, but it's nowhere near enough.05 Jun 11:00 PM
New ZealandWhy the new Covid vaccine is safe - your questions answeredAn expert explains what you need to know about the new Pfizer vaccine.13 May 06:42 PM
WorldCovid 19 vaccine developers set sights on cancerScientists hope to harness 'game-changing' techniques to defeat our deadliest foes.10 May 06:43 PM
New ZealandCovid-19 appeal: Indian Kiwi mum - 'Every day people in my whānau are dying'Stories from the front line in India - and the opportunity for you to help.06 May 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Green fairies': 'We have a number of patients scared right now'Lawyer says arrest and legal process is "immensely distressing".05 May 05:30 PM
New ZealandIndia Covid-19 appeal: 'It's worse than a horror movie'A World Vision worker describes how she feared she might lose her husband.03 May 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandEuthanasia: Are we ready for legalised assisted dying in NZ?Scarlett Cvitanovich asks if NZ is prepared for a huge medical and legal challenge.30 Apr 05:00 PM
New Zealand'It's about prioritising life': Pharmac wish list needs extra $400mThe number and cost of desired extra medicines has been released for the first time.29 Apr 09:42 PM
KahuAntidepressant prescriptions at all-time highMāori and Pasifika have higher rates of mental illness but are prescribed less medication.23 Apr 08:01 PM
