An untreatable sex super-bug is sparking concern as a strong new strain of gonorrhoea emerges in Auckland.

More than 80 New Zealanders have registered their interest in joining the international fight against Ebola, Health Minister Jonathan Coleman says.

A new way of treating incurable illnesses such as cancer and Ebola could be possible after a scientific breakthrough that also sheds light on the origin of life.

Norovirus, surgery for burns and trauma and the onset of "asthma weather" have combined to push one of Auckland's major hospitals beyond capacity.

A fish tank at cash-strapped Dunedin Hospital cost $73,000 to install and more than $1000 a week to run in its first year.

The Government has revealed plans to wind down the controversial cost-cutting organisation Health Benefits Limited and make DHBs responsible for finding $600m of savings.

At 13, Celine Ceraudo started suffering disturbing symptoms which eventually put her in Starship.

Hospital admissions for the flu and respiratory illness more than doubled this year compared with last year - with babies and toddlers among the worst affected, a new study says.

A man who tried to attend a $646 seminar held by a church offering a controversial cure for Ebola says he was turned away for offering a smaller donation.

Starship theatre staff are glad of the improvements in the first of their refurbished operating rooms - especially the new sound system.

Women's condoms need to be cheaper and come in as many varieties as men's condoms, an HIV support group will tell Parliament this week.

New drugs and medical procedures undergo careful scrutiny before being foisted on the public. Nobody wants another Thalidomide disaster.

A newborn died in a waterbirth and another mother died from blood loss after the delivery of her baby, according to a new report on 'serious' events in NZ hospitals.

It's amazing to think that after all the years of talking, reporting and issuing of statements, New Zealand stands completely unprepared for its own 'retirement'.

The Medical Council of New Zealand has issued an edict to the country's district health boards reminding doctors of their obligation to treat any Ebola patients.

Elderly people with minor ailments are being "conveniently" left at hospital over Labour Weekend by "granny-dumping" families heading away on holiday, a doctor says.

Despite being born only two minutes apart, Axel is considerably smaller than his twin brother, and has a raft of significant health problems to boot.

All Black Keven Mealamu is not only a star on the rugby field - he has also made his mark in the realm of children's books, helping to illustrate a story that will help raise funds for Starship children's hospital.

Riley Ross was born with heart defects that would have killed him had they not been detected in a pregnancy scan and later corrected at Starship, his mother says.

Northland has become the first region to roll out free healthcare for kids aged between 6 and 12 years old - a move that's delighted families.

Police are investigating after attempts were allegedly made to hack a nationwide patient database.

Internet Party leader Laila Harre is standing by her policy to decriminalise cannabis following the publication of a study highlighting the damaging effects of regular use on young people.

Young Aucklander Sally Xu will die soon unless she can raise $150,000 for a new cancer medicine.

A doctor could face legal action after he "completely forgot" to tell a patient, who later died, that it was likely she had breast cancer.

A cure for diabetes is a step closer after scientists found what they believe is the root cause of the disease.

ASpanish priest became the first European to die of the Ebola virus yesterday, as the World Health Organisation authorised the use of experimental drugs to fight it.

Installing alcohol-based hand sanitiser dispensers in classrooms may not mean fewer sick days for kids, a New Zealand study has suggested.

When policymakers in the modern world worry about the cost to future taxpayers of ageing populations, pensions are only part of it - healthcare also contributes to the bill.

A mother whose botched delivery of her baby daughter led to a midwife being criticised says she has finally seen justice served for the little girl.

Fear of Ebola and global instability have helped boost interest in corporate jet travel.