New Zealand'Our EDs don’t turn people away, or close': Minister defends hospital emergency departmentThe minister defends Whangārei Hospital after it went into code black last Friday.19 Aug 12:22 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandFaster cancer treatment measure slips; patients 'deserve better'Health NZ "acknowledges the challenging situation some people may be facing with delays."18 Aug 07:30 PM
New ZealandDr Lester Levy and Mental Health Minister deliver speeches at Mental Health Summit in AucklandDr Lester Levy and Matt Doocey delivered speeches to the nib Health Innovators’ Summit, held at the Northern Club in downtown Auckland. Video / NZ HeraldWatch14 Aug 03:14 AM
New Zealand'We have to face some very strong medicine as an organisation' - Health NZ boss Lester LevyHealth NZ boss Dr Lester Levy says there is a "serious financial problem" in health.14 Aug 12:39 AM
New Zealand'Unaffordable': Hospital upgrades will cost billionsAccording to officials, many hospitals are reaching the end of their life cycles.13 Aug 10:58 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'I’m on my way out': Suffering patients say right-to-die law still doesn't help themThe family of a woman who was declined for assisted dying say the law is 'ridiculous'.10 Aug 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandPublic sector cuts: $58m so far in redundancy payouts at Govt agenciesNicola Willis says the cost is small compared to the $6b they're expecting to save.07 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandHealth NZ backtracks on early free access to 'miracle' cancer drugEarly access to the drug could make a significant difference in some patients' survival.06 Aug 02:06 AM
New ZealandHealth NZ blocks early free access to 'miracle' cancer drugEarly access to the drug could make a significant difference in some patients' survival.04 Aug 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionShane Reti: 'Precarious position' - why sacking Health NZ board had to happenOPINION: I am taking these steps to secure a better future for health in NZ.28 Jul 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Having to wait too long': New commissioner tackles health waiting timesThe health minister is blaming the Labour government for a $130m monthly overspend.23 Jul 01:00 AM
New Zealand'The cock-up that is our health system': Former Health NZ chair points finger at ministryA commissioner has been appointed to replace the health authority's board.22 Jul 07:52 PM
New ZealandHealth NZ criticised after misread smears allowed cancer to spreadPippa van Paauwe’s smear tests were incorrectly assessed as normal, two consecutive times.22 Jul 05:52 AM
PremiumPremiumLetters to the EditorLetters: IRD and when businesses go bust; disgruntled diner calls out restaurant portionsOPINION: 'Please hospo, give us a bit more to actually eat, especially vegetables.'21 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandHospital staff 'already getting hurt' as cops pull back from mental health calloutsSome say the changes should have come sooner, while others say it will cause direct harm.20 Jul 05:00 PM
PoliticsMinister tells Pharmac to ditch Treaty of Waitangi considerationPatient advocacy groups are welcoming calls for them to be more involved.16 Jul 06:32 PM
New ZealandMultiple failures in lead-up to death of mental health patient, coroner rulesMother believes failures in health system will not improve, despite the strong criticism.11 Jul 06:06 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandTop health officials expressed outrage, considered quitting over Government's smokefree repealA health official said Government changes would be 'difficult to explain... to the kids'.10 Jul 05:14 AM
New ZealandBowel cancer: Two million kits distributed under screening programme, 2500 cancers detected The milestone comes as the Government plans to lower the screening age.10 Jul 01:00 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandADHD: Rising wait times of up to a year for adult assessmentsA Herald survey found wait times of 6-12 months, and many doctors with closed books.09 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandFresh attempt to halt fluoridation works in Rotorua failsIt comes as orders to treat more of the city's supplies are considered.05 Jul 05:01 PM
New ZealandDry July begins: How we can curb alcohol harm in New ZealandReform could be on the cards as the Government reveals five new health targets.01 Jul 05:00 PM
New Zealand'A void in our house': Father of four dies before Pharmac funding breakthroughClark's family collected aluminium cans to sell as scrap for his medicine.28 Jun 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandAuckland Hospital's elsewhere invitation to pregnant women: ‘Disturbing’ or ‘long-overdue’?'I think it is really inappropriate … I find the letter disturbing,' says expert.28 Jun 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumHealthcareA royal compromise: Why Covid inquiry chair is leavingGovernment reveals an inelegant solution to an untenable Covid inquiry problem.25 Jun 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandAuckland Hospital tells women to expect to be discharged 3-4 hours after giving birthA maternity advocate says the letter sent to expectant mums is 'manipulative'.21 Jun 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionThomas CoughlanThomas Coughlan: Think the Budget is over? $85 billion says you’re wrongOPINION: Details of the biggest health spend-up in NZ's history are imminent.21 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandHerald podcast host wins media award for weight loss surgery investigationChewing the Facts explored the myths around obesity, fatness and weight loss.20 Jun 02:15 AM
PoliticsPharmac Minister won't guarantee National’s 13 cancer drugs will be fundedDavid Seymour's comments put him at odds with the Health Minister.19 Jun 04:47 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandHealth watchdog taking years to investigate complaints - amid ‘significant pressure’Covid backlog, ancient IT system part of problem, but upgrade request for latter rejected.14 Jun 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandHealth Ministry staff fire back at pay freeze; changes to Suicide Prevention Office revealedA lump-sum payment is instead being delivered, based on staff performance.13 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandMinistry of Health confirms final job cut tallyThe Ministry of Health held an all-staff meeting on the plan this morning.13 Jun 04:03 AM
New Zealand‘I won’t be able to make it to Germany’: Young law student’s plea for surgery in NZNot everyone has the means to raise $180,000 to travel overseas for surgery, student says.08 Jun 05:07 AM
PoliticsGovt invests $30m to improve access to X-rays, CT scans and ultrasoundsThe Government is putting $30m towards free and timely access to radiology services.05 Jun 10:00 PM
