PremiumPremiumNew ZealandAmputee who was sexually harassed at Hutt Hospital claims her call bell was disconnected'He just kept coming in', Linda Worrall says.27 May 08:00 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandExclusive: Rise in maternity incidents at Auckland HospitalNearly half of the hospital's midwifery positions were vacant.26 May 05:00 PM
PoliticsSome prescriptions will still attract $15 fee, despite Budget policy to abolish $5 chargesThe Government has abolished most charges, but some remain.23 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandWatch: 'Currently between jobs': Jacinda Ardern speaks at WHO assemblyEx PM jokes, pays tribute to Bloomfield, Gerrard in NZ Covid response.22 May 05:25 AM
New ZealandBiggest ever emissions reduction project, Covid booster uptake slows & legal challenge to block nurse strike | Focus Morning Bulletin: 22 May, 2023 The government unveils biggest ever emissions reduction project, Covid booster uptake slows and why legal action could stop nurses from striking in the latest New Zealand Herald headlines. Video / NZ Herald Watch21 May 05:41 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Something is wrong': The forgotten disease that's become a silent killerGovernment documents reveal stonemasons remain at risk from the deadly dust.19 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandWellington fire: What to know about asbestos riskOfficials say there's no cause for alarm over potential asbestos risk after deadly fire.16 May 10:51 PM
New ZealandThree mums and a dad: Little boy's adoption grantedOne woman donated an egg, another was a surrogate, and the third adopted the baby.15 May 05:00 AM
New ZealandMeasles scare: ‘I think we have dodged a bullet on this one’“We’re not out of the woods yet but it’s looking promising," Dr Nikki Turner says.10 May 04:27 AM
New ZealandBreast cancer screening delays may have harmed patientsUp to 10 women have been impacted by breast cancer screening delays.09 May 11:44 PM
New ZealandMeasles outbreak: Staff, students at affected school lack 'adequate' immunityAlbany Senior High School student tested positive for the virus last week.07 May 09:10 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand94 hours in A&E: Health watchdog calls for action on hospital overcrowdingDoctors raised alarm after patients were 'marooned' for days in Auckland Hospital's ED.07 May 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandFace-off over hospital claims as race for Tukituki beginsThe National candidate says the Labour MP may be over-egging a new hospital proposal.07 May 12:50 AM
New ZealandGovernment launches winter health planThe plan includes 24 initiatives to help reduce hospital demand.03 May 11:29 PM
New Zealand1000 students and staff close contacts of measles caseClose contacts who have not been fully vaccinated must stay home for a week.03 May 11:11 PM
New Zealand'Significant risk': Infant jab rate below target amid whooping cough fearsThree infants, all aged under one year, have died from whooping cough this year.30 Apr 11:59 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandC-section scrap: Private obstetricians fume at ‘inappropriate’ Auckland Hospital rulesEmails reveal predictions of a "community uprising" should the ban continue.28 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandMinistry shelves plans for long-delayed Covid-19 prevalence surveysHealth Ministry shelves plans for Covid-19 surveys, after more than a year of delays.26 Apr 11:49 PM
New ZealandAnzac Day 2023, concerns around Assisted Dying practitioner info & warning of $2k Census fines | Focus Morning Bulletin: 25 April, 2023 Thousands across Aotearoa turn out to Anzac Day commemorations, concerns around Assisted Dying practitioner info being publically released and Stats NZ remind Kiwis of $2k Census fines in the latest New Zealand Herald headlines. Video / NZ Herald Watch24 Apr 05:24 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Unbelievably irresponsible': Assisted death doctors warned they may be publicly namedOne health practioner said it would "paint targets" on doctors' and nurses' backs.24 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandCancer treatment crisis, green light for more migrants & history at the Cabinet table | Focus Morning Bulletin 12 April, 2023Cancer treatment backlog breaching patients' rights, green light for more migrants to get residency and history made at the Cabinet table in the latest New Zealand Herald headlines. Video / NZ Herald Watch11 Apr 05:38 PM
New ZealandCovid restrictions remain: Ministry confirms 127 Hawke’s Bay people have died with Covid77,432 Covid cases reported since start of pandemic.11 Apr 05:29 AM
New ZealandNew warning about potent drug Alpha-PVP being sold as MDMAThe off-white powder can cause paranoia, anxiety, and a dry or numb mouth.09 Apr 07:37 AM
New ZealandLocal Focus: Isolated and alone while losing his legsGisborne resident Josh Grant talks about his lonely brush with death.08 Apr 01:21 AM
PoliticsWatch: Mike Hosking speaks with PM Chris Hipkins on lobbyists, health reformsPrime Minister Chris Hipkins told Newstalk ZB's Mike Hosking that swipe card access for lobbyists did not necessarily mean they get meeting with anyone in the parliament. Video / Newstalk ZBWatch03 Apr 05:07 PM
New ZealandWoken up at 4am: Rest home complaints reveal staff shortages, residents left soiled“Staff shortages across the sector have impacted care outcomes."31 Mar 11:14 PM
New ZealandIs it time for free dental care in NZ?Many people avoid dental care for decades because of the cost.29 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandExclusive: Heart surgery patients caught in delays, being sent to other hospitalsAn investigation is under way after a patient died while on the wait list.26 Mar 04:00 PM
PoliticsTe Whatu Ora reveals number of comms staff, following criticism from NationalThe agency inherited many of its around 200 comms people from district health boards.22 Mar 03:40 AM
Kahu'They don't care about us': Whānau fighting cancer share struggles with health systemMāori whānau facing cancer talk about barriers to treatment in current health system.10 Mar 07:00 AM
New ZealandEmergency waiting times show no improvement - reportThe Health Minister says the correct data for ED wait times shows no improvements.10 Mar 12:03 AM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsChris v Chris: Did Luxon or Hipkins win the best for the week?It was a good poll for Hipkins, and a good policy for Luxon - but who won?09 Mar 11:30 PM
New ZealandHealth Minister promises extra funding if community nursing pay disparity foundTe Whatu Ora to re-investigate whether community nurses are missing out.09 Mar 05:42 PM
New ZealandTe Whatu Ora admits figures used by Health Minister are ‘not accurate’National and the nurses union claim official figures about ED wait times can't be real.09 Mar 01:52 AM
