WorldGwynne Dyer: Universal healthcare is better, no contestUniversal health care is a no-brainer13 Feb 01:00 AM
New ZealandHeart surgery patients may have been infectedHeart Kids "disappointed" the Ministry of Health kept quiet about the risk for two years.12 Feb 09:41 PM
New ZealandAnti-vaxxers: No one-size-fits-all fix, says profConvincing parents kids need the jab not as simple as giving them the facts, says prof.12 Feb 05:00 AM
New ZealandWaikato DHB expenses scandal involving Dr Nigel MurrayDr Nigel Murray spent thousands of taxpayers money during the 3 years he was Chief Executive of Waikato DHB. Watch11 Feb 11:43 PM
LifestyleKiwi couple swap honeymoon for war-ravaged countryA Tauranga couple share why they've chosen to help others over taking a romantic holiday.11 Feb 10:30 PM
New ZealandWaikato DHB's interim chief executive Derek Wright Waikato DHB's interim chief executive Derek Wright talks about his new job. Video/Alan Gibson Watch09 Feb 03:55 AM
New ZealandDisabled man's mum wins case against Govt: 'You have to fight'Diane Moody cares for her son 24-7, but the Government pays for just 17 hours a week.07 Feb 05:10 AM
New ZealandBurns patients infected by drug-resistant bugNational Burns Centre forced to limit admissions to stop spread of a drug-resistant bug.06 Feb 05:39 AM
New ZealandThink tank finds evidence weak for sugar taxThe Ministry of Health-commissioned report found only weak evidence for sugar taxes.01 Feb 10:16 PM
New ZealandWhat if a surgeon finds something else wrong?Surgeons could face disciplinary action if they operate without consent.01 Feb 08:35 PM
New ZealandHealth ministry prepares for extreme heat of global warmingExtreme heat is likely to cause more health problems in future, the Ministry says.30 Jan 05:08 AM
New ZealandSt John cardiac survivorChristchurch man, Alec Smith, suffered a cardiac arrest in Bishopdale New World. He received very good bystander intervention with CPR and AED usage, prompt ambulance response and transport, and survived. Source: ST JohnsWatch30 Jan 01:17 AM
New ZealandUnhealthy bill? $66m for 440 health bossesThe $66 million question - why is it costing so much to run our district health boards?26 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandNurse Betty: 80 years old and still workingNurse Betty Jenkins is still going strong after 58 years of nursing.25 Jan 04:52 AM
New ZealandChecks missed before death of depressed dadInquiries are continuing into how Donald Morey, 71, died in the care of Waitemata DHB.24 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandSouthern women, babies short of vitamin DBabies and women in the South Island can't get enough Vitamin D from the sun.21 Jan 09:22 PM
New Zealand602 ACC claims, 106 trips to hospital in 90 days after parks openedAdults and older kids getting hurt more at trampoline parks, study finds.18 Jan 11:00 AM
KahuHonour a testament to safe sleep projectA Hawke's Bay doctor who helped develop the wahakura has been recognised for his services.29 Dec 10:00 PM
New ZealandChristchurch mum fights for 'miracle drug'A Christchurch woman told this is likely her last Christmas, is battling for medication.17 Dec 05:57 AM
New ZealandJacinda Ardern - a champion of modern Marxism?World's oldest medical journal uses the PM as an example of a voice against free markets.12 Dec 04:57 AM
New ZealandMedicinal cannabis: For the love of her sonShould medical cannabis be legalised? Russell Brown goes to Nelson in search of answers.08 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandReview slams Ministry of Health, demands changesPerformance review finds faults in leadership systems and calls for information sharing.05 Dec 11:13 PM
New ZealandNZ-grown cannabis meds likelyCost of imports points to local production as Govt moves to liberalise the law.05 Dec 10:03 PM
New ZealandDavid Clark says 'all is not well' in the health sectorHealth system needs new ideas and leadership, says minister.04 Dec 07:26 PM
New ZealandIs NZ ready for the next big pandemic?New Zealand isn't prepared enough for the next big pandemic, public health experts argue.03 Dec 04:21 AM
New ZealandProbe into $14.6m virtual health platformThree investigations so far into Dr Nigel Murray's spending, a further two possible.01 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandObstetrician found at fault over death of twin boyAn obstetrician has been criticised over the death of a baby in her care.27 Nov 03:16 AM
EditorialEditorial: Fair price to payEditorial: Ronald McDonald Houses are being rejected by DHB officials, not boards.25 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandChairman admits DHB failures on expensesFor the first time Simcock has admitted a process error over Murray debacle.24 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandMore than 500 adverse events reported by hospitalsA total of 542 adverse events were reported by district health boards in the last year.24 Nov 04:16 AM
New ZealandMysterious resignation at Waikato health boardReasons for resignation of Brett Paradine unclear.20 Nov 09:41 PM
New ZealandNo mumps injection? Stay home, school saysAbout 30 per cent of high-school pupils may not be fully immunised against mumps.20 Nov 03:06 AM
EditorialEditorial: DHB boss must explain himselfOPINION: Waikato DHB's big-spending boss must be held to account.17 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandHealth boss spent half the year travellingFormer Waikato DHB chief executive Nigel Murray spent 183 days travelling in one year.17 Nov 04:00 PM
