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‘Need, not race’ directive unscientific and dangerous, researchers say
Health professionals and scientists should reject the Government's directive, they said.
Focus: Junior doctors strike
More than 2,000 doctors have walked off the job to fight for pay and work conditions. Video / NZHerald
Maternity shake-up: Pregnant women may have to pay for urgent doctor visits
GPs say the plan would have "serious unintended consequences" for women and babies.
GPs say clear guidance needed over their role in vaccinations
GPs say they're in the dark about whether they will be helping Govt meet vaccine target.
'Tsunami of patients': NZ hospitals in crisis after biggest January, February on record
One hospital declared a code black yesterday after reaching capacity.
Doctors prepare to put euthanasia law into action
Doctors are set for a year of planning as the End of Life Choice Act comes into force.
Covering Covid's gaps: Experts warn serious health worker burden looms
Hundreds of migrant health workers have entered NZ, but experts say it's no enough.
Thousands of GP nurses on strike
Primary health nurses are still being paid 10 percent less than DHB nurses.
Thousands of nurses working at medical centres across NZ to walk off job
The one-day strike is set for Thursday September 3.
Breast examination breached patient's rights - HDC finds
The woman had just moved town and wanted to get referred to the local diabetes service.
Oral health epidemic: Plaque plaguing one in five Canterbury 5-year-olds
Two in every five Pacific children were found to have decay, the research discovered.
Five actions to improve Kiwis' health beyond Covid-19
Expert: Until now problems within NZ's health system have seemed hopelessly lost causes.
HDC assesses 50 complaints over Covid-19
Access to specialist treatment, cancelled procedures, visiting patients, among complaints.
Coronavirus: Struggling GPs handed financial lifeline
Some general practices had warned they would go out of business this week.
Letters: More details needed on gallery extension
The Wanganui Ratepayers' Association believes some questions need clarification.
Research uncovers stark gender pay gap among NZ medical specialists
Female specialists earn an average of 12.5 per cent less despite in the same specialty.
Comment | Why most doctors are against euthanasia
The wishes of individuals does not balance the harm done to society.
Psychiatrist in breach for buying house from vulnerable patient
Commissioner slams psychiatrist and nurse for crossing professional boundaries.
Doctors can refuse abortion referral, even with proposed law changes
Harrowing stories New Zealand 'pro-choice' advocacy group are hearing all the time.
Audrey Young: The A to Z of the end-of-life law
Audrey Young outlines the assisted dying bill ahead of the second reading debate tomorrow
Cancer test system putting patients at 'unnecessary risk of death'
The authors are concerned reports do not mention the concentration of blood found.
Doctors reaffirm opposition to legal cannabis
Doctors say Govt should be educating Kiwis about the dangers of recreational drugs.
NZ medical organisations call for boxing ban
The NZ Medical Association and a trauma network are both opposed to boxing.
HDC: 'It's a disciplinary matter'
Examinations without consent are a disciplinary matter, says health commissioner.
Rise of the drugs: Anxious, sleep-deprived Kiwis turning to anti-psychotic pills
Drugs designed for treating psychosis are being used in NZ for sleep or anxiety.
Reviewing doctors online creates stir
Mixed response about new site that allows New Zealanders to review their doctor online.