New ZealandKiller superbug in NZUp to four patients in NZ have contracted a killer strain of a superbug which inhabits other bacteria.20 Nov 04:30 PM
New ZealandPainkillers linked to defects in baby boysNZ women have been warned to take care with painkillers during pregnancy, after a study found a link to potential fertility problems in baby boys.14 Nov 04:30 PM
SportMethadone overdose linked to death of surfing starSurfers everywhere are in shock as they battle to comprehend the death of three-time world champion Andy Irons.03 Nov 04:30 PM
LifestyleDo the dangers of codeine outweigh the benefits?Scientists have raised serious concerns about the widespread use of one of the world's most common painkillers.16 Oct 01:53 AM
New ZealandDangerous bleach sold as 'miracle' cancer cureThousands of bottles of industrial bleach have been sold across NZ as a miracle cure for cancer and HIV, sparking a health warning.14 Oct 04:30 PM
New ZealandReductil to be axed over health risksA review of the weight loss drug found the risks to patients outweighed the benefits, Medsafe's principal clinical advisor said today.11 Oct 03:22 AM
Small BusinessInstinctive approachLots of people start new businesses. Not so many sell them for more than $10 million. Two sisters tell Christine Nikiel how they did it - and why lunch matters.10 Oct 04:30 PM
New ZealandPainkiller adverts misleading, panel rulesTwo drug companies which market popular painkillers have given each other a headache over the advertising of one of the drugs.03 Oct 04:30 PM
New ZealandStudy links Voltaren to strokesA Danish study has called for the popular anti-inflammatory drug Voltaren to be sold only with a prescription.14 Sep 06:51 AM
Aged careAnti-ageing industry quiet on riskHowever, a new book has revealed a disturbing lack of safety regulations in an industry promising an extended youth.10 Sep 05:30 PM
New ZealandPayments urged for IVF donationsNew Zealand fertility experts are asking whether money could be offered to encourage men and women to donate sperm and eggs for childless couples.29 Aug 05:30 PM
New ZealandHeartache over aspirinPharmacists say aspirin sales should be restricted due to the risk it poses to those with heart conditions.28 Aug 05:30 PM
New Zealand'P' pharmacist Pulman jailed for five yearsA pharmacist has been jailed after supplying cold drugs he knew would be turned into P.26 Aug 10:58 PM
WorldScientists hail new drug to fight ebola virusScientists have developed a new kind of drug that shows signs of being effective against the ebola virus.23 Aug 05:30 PM
