Talanoa'We want to avoid another mini epidemic': Pacific community urged to get vaccinated against measlesA Pacific health expert is urging those most vulnerable to measles to get their MMR shots.12 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandFocus Morning Bulletin: 8 September, 2022 Could the traffic light system’s days be numbered? Government under the microscope after border blunder and Apple’s new iPhone is here in the latest New Zealand Herald headlines. Video / NZ HeraldWatch07 Sep 07:31 PM
New ZealandFocus Live: Chris Hipkins speaking on Northland Covid lockdown blunderWhen asked about the blunder, former Covid-19 Response Minister Chris Hipkins claimed there was nothing new in today's reporting. Video / NZ HeraldWatch06 Sep 10:29 PM
New ZealandFocus: Is it time to ditch masks?As Covid numbers continue to decline the Government could look at easing mask mandates, but how many are still wearing them? Video / NZ HeraldWatch06 Sep 01:27 AM
New ZealandWatch: Is it time to ditch masks?As Covid numbers continue to decline, the Government could look at easing mask mandates.05 Sep 11:15 PM
New ZealandAnaesthetist gave woman morphine without consent, HDC rulesThe woman said morphine could cause her heart rate to slow to an abnormally low rate.05 Sep 06:18 AM
KahuWaitangi Tribunal told of disparities in funding, care for disabled Māori'The medical staff looked at me like it was my fault that I hadn't been earlier.'31 Aug 01:24 AM
New ZealandFocus Morning Bulletin: 8 August, 2022 Fresh concerns over our hospital buildings, how buy now, pay later schemes could be fueling addiction and cold plus fog hits the country in the latest New Zealand Herald headlines. Video / NZ HeraldWatch07 Aug 07:37 PM
New ZealandMental health nurse fired for contacting teenage patient on social mediaMental health nurse fired after he had sexually suggestive contact with vulnerable teen.01 Aug 02:00 AM
New ZealandAshley Bloomfield's final message to the team of 5 millionAshley Bloomfield's final message to New Zealand as director general of health. Video / Ministry of HealthWatch29 Jul 12:14 AM
New ZealandMan accused of killing partner, setting fire to flat loses name suppressionThe man is believed to have been in a relationship with his alleged victim.28 Jul 09:56 PM
TravelBig stink: NZMCA blasts outdoor group over public poo reviewMuck-slinging and bickering continues to blight the freed-camping review.19 Jul 07:30 PM
New ZealandFocus Morning Bulletin: 15 July, 2022 The Government gears up for a winter Covid peak, concern about the effects of alcohol on mental health and why the economy might be able to avoid a recession in the latest New Zealand Herald headlines. Video / NZ HeraldWatch14 Jul 07:31 PM
New ZealandPandemic's 'most precarious point': Warning as Covid hospitalisations spikeExpert warns that complacency could mean even more Covid hospitalisations.10 Jul 08:01 PM
New ZealandMonkeypox in NZ - what Kiwi experts say you need to knowProfessor Michael Baker says monkeypox is 'nothing like Covid-19' and has 'good outcomes'.09 Jul 08:57 AM
New ZealandFocus Morning Bulletin: 6 July, 2022 Covid-19 cases back on the rise, more staff hired to fill surge in passport demand and more details revealed of Chicago Independence Day Parade mass shooting in the latest New Zealand Herald headlines. Video / NZ HeraldWatch05 Jul 07:42 PM
New ZealandFocus: Healthcare & schools under pressure as Covid numbers surgeAnother wave of Covid-19 could be on its way with a new Omicron subvariant seeing case numbers back on the rise. Video / NZ Herald / Ben CumminsWatch05 Jul 01:33 AM
New ZealandFocus: Patient's surgical mesh 'rotting' inside of herSally Walker's insides were so badly damaged by surgical mesh that she was forced to get her bladder removed and her vagina sewn closed. Video / Dean PurcellWatch29 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandFinal day of DHBs: New organisation in charge of your healthcare from tomorrowDoctors wait 'with bated breath' to see impact of DHB shakeup29 Jun 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Health crisis': Healthcare workers flood Toni Street with messages about stretched systemWorkers are burnt out, working double shifts and moving to Australia for better pay.22 Jun 12:23 AM
New ZealandFocus Live: Ayesha Verrall, Ashley Bloomfield host Covid updateNew Covid-19 Response Minister Dr Ayesha Verrall said alongside Director-General of Health Dr Ashely Bloomfield that lockdowns and border closures would still be a last resort. Video / Mark MitchellWatch21 Jun 11:19 PM
New ZealandHealthcare exodus: How much more nurses can earn in AustraliaThe Australian healthcare sector is offering better pay and other perks.21 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandFocus: Hospitals under 'extreme pressure' as winter ills mountAs hospitals experience "extreme pressure" with "abnormally high" patient presentations, NZ Nurses Organisation co-president Kerri Nuku calls on the Government to act. Video / NZ HeraldWatch17 Jun 12:49 AM
New ZealandAshley Bloomfield says 'encouraging' decrease in casesDirector-general of health Dr Ashley Bloomfield says there is an 'encouraging' decrease in cases. Video / Mark MitchellWatch13 Jun 11:28 PM
New Zealand'Utterly tragic': Newborn's death and why dialling 0800 was a factor - coronerCoroner says baby's death eight hours after birth "utterly tragic".10 Jun 05:30 PM
New ZealandFocus Morning Bulletin: 10 June, 2022 All Black sidesteps Court appearance, how builders are working around the GIB shortage and the Government gets called out for spending too much in the latest New Zealand Herald headlines. Video / NZ HeraldWatch09 Jun 07:44 PM
New ZealandFocus Morning Bulletin: 8 June, 2022 What’s on Jacinda Ardern’s agenda ahead of a chat with the Aussie Prime Minister, could we see a second Covid booster? And fire in Auckland’s second tallest tower in the latest New Zealand Herald headlines. Video / NZ HeraldWatch07 Jun 07:38 PM
New ZealandFocus live: Andrew Little's Andrew Little's response to Pharmac inquiryHealth Minister Andrew Little said Pharmac in future will have more focus on improving the health of Māori, Pacific peoples and disabled people. Video / Mark MitchellWatch31 May 10:30 PM
New ZealandBoy on waiting list with vision problems had an undiagnosed tumourThe boy's mother says she could have lost her son if she didn't go privately.16 May 02:54 AM
New ZealandCovid reinfection within 90 days rare but possible, new health advice saysOlder Kiwis and those with high-risk conditions should remain vigilant about reinfection.13 May 01:11 AM
New ZealandFocus Live: Dr Ashley Bloomfield gives Covid-19 update13 May, 2022. Director-general of health Dr Ashley Bloomfield fronts 1pm Covid-19 press conference. Video / Marty MelvilleWatch12 May 11:41 PM
New ZealandFocus: NZ just passed a million Covid cases - what comes next?NZ has just passed a million Covid cases but University of Auckland Senior Lecturer Dr David Welch says the real number of infections could be more than double. Video / NZ HeraldWatch12 May 12:04 AM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: No, doctor, it's not just in her headOPINION: Our editorial on a new series looking at too often dismissive treatment women.06 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandCardiology services for rural and remote communitiesMāori liaison specialist nurse Patumahoe Leaf-Wright is taking specialty cardiology services to rural and remote communities. Video / Hāpaitia te Hauora ManawaWatch04 May 04:00 AM
