Health
When anti-science rhetoric is infectious
You can roll your eyes all you want at the White House reckons on panadol, autism and vaccines, but the alarming truth is they are damaging and will turn up here.
Kiwi women join world-first heart attack trial
New Zealanders will be part of a world-first clinical trial into how to treat a dangerous condition that causes heart attacks in young women - including new mothers. The Heart Foundation is helping… Audio
The viral drift of misinformation
You can roll your eyes all you want at the White House reckons on panadol, autism and vaccines, but the alarming truth is they are damaging and will turn up here. Audio
Global rethink on childhood asthma, after NZ study breakthrough
New NZ-led research shows combined inhalers cut asthma attacks in children by nearly half without added risks.
Woman seeking $350k in damages from health provider after stillbirth
The woman claims Te Whatu Ora Taranaki breached the Human Rights Act.
Four measles cases identified in Northland
People in the Bay of Islands were urged to monitor for symptoms with possible undetected measles in the community since early September.
Dr Vonda Wright: how I transformed my ageing body
As menopause approached, Dr Vonda Wright found herself in the same position as many women, her brain was foggy and her body hurt. But she took the situation by the reins and rebuilt herself. Audio
Witness to shooting regains spot on social housing transfer list
Christine Nankivell was taken off the list due to incomplete paperwork, but she disputes that.
Canterbury charity runs three days straight for men's mental health
The organiser of the 72-hour "runathon" said it was the biggest one yet.
Pre-term baby research saves lives
Carosika Community of Practice was set up to help close the gap in specialist care for pre-term babies - but now its funding has run out. Audio
Storm's got your back (and knees)
Physio and farmer Storm Baynes-Ryan gives in-paddock advice to help Te Tai Rāwhiti farmers recover from injuries, stay strong and keep fit.
Christchurch cardiac care boosted by opening of third new laboratory
The latest addition supplements previous upgrades in 2021 and earlier this year.
Luxon says cancer patients not forgotten - they claim otherwise
During the election campaign, National pledged to fund a list of medications for solid cancer tumours.
'Extremely traumatic': Man died from fall in ED after his 'high-risk' status was overlooked
Leonard Collett was seen struggling to walk back to his bed. Soon after, he fell and died.
Taking physio to the farmers
Constant wet weather on hilly Te Tai Rawhiti farms has led to an uptick in injuries among farmers there. Our guest this week, physiotherapist-cum-farmer Storm Baynes-Ryan, gives in-paddock advice to… Audio
Long-awaited new mental health ward opens in Palmerston North
More than 11 years after the deaths of two patients at Palmerston North Hospital's mental health ward triggered damning reviews into the facility, a replacement has opened.
New measles case confirmed in Bay of Islands
The case is likely linked to overseas travel.
PM hoses down hopes of patients holding out for funding
The Prime Minister has hosed down the hopes and expectations of blood cancer patients holding out for more funding for drugs and treatments, despite promises made during the election campaign. However… Audio
New mental health ward opens in Palmerston North
More than 11 years after the deaths of two patients at Palmerston North Hospital's mental health ward triggered damning reviews into the facility, a replacement has been opened. But the families of… Audio
Everything you need to know about measles
Explainer: Confirmation of a measles case in Auckland has put health authorities on high alert in case of another deadly outbreak.
