Latest from Health

Is red meat bad for you? And does the type matter?

Most of us are vaguely aware we shouldn't eat too much red meat, but why?

Sir Ian Taylor: Chest pains, a hospital visit, and reflections on modern-day NZ

OPINION: No one is offering anything that looks remotely like a vision for health.

Nurses accept latest pay offer, strike action called off

Planned strike action this week will not go ahead.

‘Better equipped than ever’: Trio of emergency assets a win for Hawke’s Bay

A new station, rapid response vehicle and health shuttle were dedicated on Monday.

Midwifery failings: Baby took 14 minutes to take her first breath

The newborn suffered a head injury that could have a profound impact on her life.

'I removed the tubes and walked out': Discharged from hospital ED at 2am

'I was disoriented and I was upset about the way I had been spoken to.'

Too busy to exercise? Here’s how to meet your targets in just two days

Telegraph: Expert tips and tricks for 'weekend warriors'.

Dave Letele delivers knock out ratings hit for TVNZ - and signs for another two episodes

Heavyweight with Dave Letele knocks out the competition to set up two more shows.

Bear hugs spreading joy to vulnerable kids

Knit World customers donate 2500 bears to Mike King's I Am Hope charity.

Rob Campbell: Te Aka Whai Ora review not all bad news for Māori

OPINION: The Te Aka Whai Ora review report should be read in its entirety.

GPs close their books to new patients: Appointment wait reaches four weeks

Struggling to see your GP? You’re not alone.

'The letters aren't staying on the page': Kim Crossman on struggling with dyslexia

When the actor started on Shortland St, she found memorising lines overwhelming.

Health Minister ‘disappointed’ no new waiting list data before election

Health Minister Ayesha Verrall called for fresh data. Te Whatu Ora says yeah, nah.

Mum-of-two dies from drinking too much water

The woman spent a leisurely day at a popular lake. Then tragedy struck.

Big rise in under-50s with bowel cancer

Screening should start at 45 for the general population and 40 for Māori and Pasifika.

Good Vibes on their way to Peak House

“I love that food has the ability to bring people together.”

The seven best exercises for reducing blood pressure

Telegraph: Evidence suggests isometric exercise could help reduce blood pressure.

Opinion: Lessons from an era of restructures

Opinion: Are sweeping changes worth the turmoil and cost?