New ZealandUnfair health care: What's going wrong?What's going wrong with our health system?18 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandNew drugs to benefit thousands of KiwisThe drugs provide life-changing treatment to those with hepatitis C and haemophilia.17 Dec 02:04 AM
New ZealandTrapped abroad: NZ a 'death sentence' if she comes homeRachel Paine must stay in Australia to keep getting a life-saving drug.05 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandAll Black donates test jersey to help cancer patientJulia McNicol who is battling a rare skin cancer will pay $83,000 for treatment.21 Nov 04:53 AM
New ZealandMedicine shortage: Pharmacists rationing paracetamolWhanganui pharmacy raises alarm on stock20 Nov 05:00 PM
New ZealandPeriod poverty: 'It's time to break down the taboo subject'"Girls as young as 9 should not be shamed": Solo mum reveals shocking stories.31 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandMore than 800,000 people stripped of funeral insurance"Premium affordability is a concern for our members," says insurer.31 Oct 05:17 AM
New ZealandBreast cancer petitioners urge Pharmac reviewHealth Minister David Clark has asked for advice on an early access scheme.25 Oct 03:02 AM
LifestyleCancer drug brings Kiwi woman 'back from the dead'A miracle drug has given a friend new life. Others need it too, writes Dawn Picken.18 Oct 06:01 PM
New ZealandBreast cancer funding: 'More important than prolonging an erection'The women are presenting a petition with at least 32,000 signatures to Parliament.15 Oct 09:56 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandBuying time: Breast cancer patients fighting for drugsCancer patients describe what extra time would mean to them.14 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandCheaper adrenaline injectors create buzzAllergy NZ CEO says generic adrenaline auto-injectors could make them more affordable.26 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandConcerns over 'relaxed response' to swine fluSeven people have contracted swine flu at hospital's acute adult mental health unit.23 Aug 12:09 AM
New ZealandSir John Key puts up Hawaii home to help top Auckland copMore than $40,000 was raised for Auckland cop Sarah Cato at a fundraising event.18 Aug 08:51 PM
New ZealandRise of the drugs: Anxious, sleep-deprived Kiwis turning to anti-psychotic pillsDrugs designed for treating psychosis are being used in NZ for sleep or anxiety.16 Aug 06:00 PM
New ZealandMS patient tells of stress of meeting Pharmac criteriaMS sufferer fears his livelihood will stop when he can't access MS drug anymore.13 Aug 06:00 PM
New ZealandMS sufferers missing out on life-enhancing drugsExpert claims Pharmac is basing its funding for MS drugs on its budget, not evidence.13 Aug 06:00 PM
New ZealandFormer Labour minister to chair PharmacAfter eight years, it's time to refresh the Pharmac board, Health Minister says.01 Aug 02:53 AM
New ZealandCancer-fighting cop inching closer to fundraising goalDetective Sarah Cato is still fundraising for treatment for her incurable cancer.11 Jul 04:46 AM
New ZealandShortage of large condoms fuels 'worrying concern'Pregnancy Help warns of spillage or bursting with wrong-sized condom use.13 Jun 05:48 AM
New ZealandPharmac urged to fund cancer drug for allPharmac urged to change funding for drug for women with incurable breast cancer.08 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandWomen denied access to cancer drugs feel 'brushed aside'Women with incurable cancer speak about being blocked from a drug that could help.08 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandNew Zealand running out of shingles vaccineOver 180,000 Kiwis aged 65 to 80 vaccinated since no-charge policy kicked in on April 1.07 Jun 02:49 AM
New ZealandCancer-fighting cop starts treatmentCancer-fighting Auckland detective Sarah Cato has started treatment to lengthen her life.06 Jun 01:42 AM
New ZealandDepression drugs hard to quit: StudyMore than half of people who took antidepressants reported withdrawal symptoms.05 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandAlmost $30,000 for officer fighting cancerAlmost $30,000 has been donated towards cancer treatment for a West Auckland detective.25 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandCop calls on Kiwis to help fund cancer treatmentAn Auckland cop battling incurable cancer is trying to raise $130K for treatment.23 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandDHBs turn over medicines budgets to PharmacPharmac takes over DHB medicines budgets to increase buying power for drugs.17 May 07:43 AM
New ZealandPharmac 'protected in trade deals' after Trump threatsArdern responds to Trump's speech suggesting US eyeing Trans-Pacific trade talks again.12 May 11:06 PM
New ZealandJolie-linked gene mutation focus of NZ cancer studyHigh-risk genetic mutation made famous by Angelina Jolie focus of major NZ cancer study.22 Apr 04:06 AM
New ZealandDying dad bypasses Pharmac, buys drugs from India 'to stay alive'With a prescription and the right contacts, Baden Ngan Kee bought himself an extra year.17 Apr 06:11 AM
LifestyleLarge condom shortage after 'supply issue' with Durex Confidence brandLarge-girthed men may have to practice abstinence till May thanks to a condom shortage.04 Apr 09:13 PM
New ZealandYoung Jai's life made better with costly oilTwo-year-old Jai Anstis has spent half his life enduring multiple seizures every day.21 Mar 09:13 PM
New Zealand2018 flu vaccine beefed up to combat new strainNew strain added to this year's flu vaccine, after problems with effectiveness overseas.28 Feb 01:09 AM
