New ZealandClampdown imminent on sales of P ingredientsTighter restrictions on the sale of over-the-counter cold and flu tablets containing pseudoephedrine, the main ingredient in P, are on the way.07 Oct 03:00 PM
New ZealandFirst NZ patient receives pig cell transplantA 47-year-old man has become the first patient in NZ to receive an implant of pig cells to treat type 1 diabetes.06 Oct 10:56 PM
New ZealandDoctor's future in doubt over diet pill fraud caseAn emergency department doctor has been charged with forging prescriptions for weight-loss pills to keep her awake while working long hours. 18 Sep 04:00 PM
New ZealandStudy exposes extra risk for heart patientsMany people with heart failure are getting ineffective treatment and face an increased risk of dying, a global study says. The NZ Ministry of Health agrees with the findings.02 Sep 04:00 PM
New ZealandMore NZers diagnosing illnesses online: SurveyMore New Zealanders are diagnosing their illnesses online instead of going to their GP, according to a new survey.18 Aug 03:51 AM
New ZealandDiabetics queue to take part in NZ pig cell trialMiddlemore Hospital has had an unprecedented rush of patients offering to be implanted with pig cells in its diabetes therapy trial.13 Aug 04:00 PM