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$2b raid: How emergency Covid funds were redirected to bolster Budget '22
Former Treasury adviser says it was an “accounting trick”.
Minister left in no doubt over despair, outrage in health workforce
Medical specialists have taken opportunity to tell Andrew Little just how bad things are.
‘Mystery’: Shock discovery on brain scan
Researchers have made a hopeful discovery when looking into migraines.
WHO declares new ‘imminent’ global threat
Warning measles could cause global problems if immunisation programmes aren't bought back.
Nurse pay parity announcement imminent after Cabinet deliberation
The health sector faces a nursing workforce crisis with roughly 5000 vacancies.
'Death in public hospital': Coroner refers case for investigation
A coroner has referred the death of a man at Auckland Hospital for further investigation.
Opinion: It's time to change the way we talk about HIV
The stigma around HIV is outdated by several decades, writes Lee Suckling.
NZ’s groundwater still ‘widely vulnerable’ to faecal contamination - stocktake
New analysis links intensive farming to areas with concerning nitrate and E. coli trends.
'I have no sperm – but that didn’t stop me becoming a dad'
Gareth Landy never knew a man could be infertile until he experienced it himself.
Tend buys half stake in healthcare player
Online primary care provider buys into GP service Better Health.
'The easiest yes': Kiwi social media star Jess Quinn announces engagement
The former DWTS competitor revealed the heartwarming news on Instagram.
GPs more burnt out than their overseas counterparts - report
Workforce shortages and the lack of support have pushed our GPs to the limit.
Paediatric surgery in Wellington will not be fully-staffed until 2024
Children who need operations will continue to rely on out-of-town surgeons flying in.
'No cancer': Doctor censured after failing to tell patient of diagnosis
The patient Joshua Linder has since died.
'I felt sad, I felt angry': Emergency rooms overwhelmed and need help, says mum
Emergency rooms are overworked and understaffed and it's terrifying for parents.
From a racing heart to tingling limbs: The anatomy of a panic attack
New York Times: When your brain is seized by fear your body responds.
Got Covid? Go easy on yourself
For some people, Covid can cause long term effects if you don't take care.
Cards with Health Minister’s contact details were 'nurses’ response to abuse'
Wellington nurses' desperate act due to short staffing and long waits, advocate says.
'Failing completely': Mental health boss slams Govt reforms; new survey reveals young Kiwis' distress
Survey shows many young adults are struggling with cost of living and other pressures.
Despite $1.9b budget no extra mental health beds, Health Minister frustrated with delay
The Health Minister, Andrew Little, has now ordered a deep dive into the project.
Michael Baker: Why (and how) to avoid catching Covid for Christmas
Epidemiologist just honoured with top medal urges Kiwis not to become part of summer wave
Urgent care clinic on North Shore cuts hours because of doctor shortages
Urgent care clinic forced to reduce its hours on four days, and close two days.
Dr Te Aro Moxon is a chip off the ol' block
Dr Te Aro Moxon has been recognised for excellence operationalising Māori health equity.
Sugar alcohols are in many sugar-free foods. What are they?
New York Times: And are they better for you than regular sugar?
Review finds number of workers exposed to asbestos underestimated
Some of those exposed "may not be removalist workers but tradespeople and DIYers".
'The system is broken': Health Minister's details handed to patients in busy ED
Long waiting times, over-worked staff leave patients vulnerable.
The Chase star shows off 63kg weight transformation
The star surprised fans with his dramatic weightloss during a recent TV appearance.
'Vast' infrastructure plans hit big cost speed bump
An action plan for building New Zealand’s vital infrastructure will be out shortly.
Boris Sokratov: A health or sickness system?
Our health system focuses on ambulances at the bottom of cliffs.
Beauty therapist at laser clinic burns woman's face in rush
Therapist and laser therapy clinic have both been told to apologise to burned woman.
Warning after toddler suffers serious burn from playing with citrus fruit
Parents are being warned about a little-known chemical reaction to citrus.
Mad cow worries in US over, banned blood donors can give again
Donors were turned away after fears of mad cow disease in Europe more than 2 decades ago.
Drugs can pause puberty in transgender pre-teens, but is there a cost?
New York Times: The growing use of puberty blockers has some health experts concerned.