New ZealandPrisons to become smoke-free from next yearDepartment of Corrections bosses found taxpayers could be liable for lawsuits from prison guards exposed to inmates' second-hand smoke.26 Jun 04:00 PM
New ZealandCall for synthetic-cannabis controlsDrug control groups want a tightening of laws relating to synthetic cannabis products.14 Jun 04:00 PM
New ZealandMixed messages on babies in bedCalls for mothers to stop sleeping with their newborn children are being ignored by some hospitals and birthing centres.13 Jun 04:00 PM
New ZealandKids' cold medicines warningCough and cold medicines intended for children under 12 years old are to be sold only in pharmacies.08 Jun 04:00 PM
New ZealandJab no surefire protection from cervical cancerThe HPV vaccination could mean more women with cervical cancer will not be diagnosed, health officials have warned.07 Jun 04:00 PM
KahuKaraoke host sings the praises of healthy livingTe Hamua Nikora is the Maori men's posterboy for what not to do about your health - but he's still a ridiculously handsome one, he reckons.28 May 04:00 PM
PoliticsBudget 2010: Govt puts health on life supportThe Govt has allocated just under $500 million annually to health - $250m less a year than the increase in last year's budget.20 May 03:48 AM
PoliticsBad news predicted for health spendingThe public health sector is bracing itself for a Budget that may not cover all its rising costs. 16 May 04:00 PM
New Zealand'We treat our babies like dogs'Social Development Minister Paula Bennett says children are being treated like dogs, as figures show serious cases of abuse against babies have leapt by two-thirds in just two years.15 May 04:00 PM
OpinionPaul Thomas<i>Paul Thomas</i>: Smokers splutter while the middle-class huffs and puffs07 May 04:00 PM
