981 new Covid cases today: Numbers dip below 1000 for first time since February
The last time daily community cases were in the three figures was mid-February.
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Ministry of Health pushes back against criticism.
Calls from health sector to 'absolutely' drop vax mandate amid staff shortage
One unvaccinated support worker said she would 'go back tomorrow' to her job if she could.
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The award-winning actress shares her battles with body and fight for her kids.
Five amazing NZ medical trials you've (probably) never heard of
NZ's leading some of the world's most exciting trials. Jamie Morton looks at five of them.
How chef and mum of three's breast implants almost 'destroyed' her
The chef's mystery ailments disappeared when she ditched her implants.
Live: Nine Covid-related deaths, 1483 new cases today
The nine deaths includes four people were in their 80s and five aged over 90.
Whānau Ora Commissioning Agency seeks damages from health care provider using similar name
Primary health care provider served with cease and desist order on August 4.
$15 Fakeaway Friday: Ultimate cheat for perfect Malaysian
Pressed for time and want the ultimate laksa? This budget-friendly hack has your back.
A TV anchor had stroke symptoms on air. Her colleagues jumped into action
New York Times: 'The words just wouldn't come,' Julie Chin said after her health scare.
Focus 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 Herald
Gross video every vaper needs to watch
People who routinely use vapes have been reminded of how filthy the devices are inside.
Inside the police file: Documents detail hunt for Covid-positive women
Determined efforts to find women offer insights into a police 'manhunt'.
Focus Live: Chris Hipkins speaking on Northland Covid lockdown blunder
When asked about the blunder, former Covid-19 Response Minister Chris Hipkins claimed there was nothing new in today's reporting. Video / NZ Herald
Focus Morning Bulletin: 7 September, 2022
How a Government blunder actually sent Northland into lockdown, will a new youth crime package actually work? And the mystery continues over the body found in a burnt out car in the latest New Zealand Herald headlines. Video / NZ Herald
'I need time to rest': Justin Bieber cancels New Zealand tour amid shock diagnosis
"I realised that I needed to make my health a priority right now," the singer told fans.
Exclusive: Women's trip north - the 'sex workers' who weren't; Govt blunder sent region into lockdown
Covid-positive women had valid business, were not prostitutes or linked to gangs - police.
The curious hole in my head: Meet the woman born without a chunk of her brain
New York Times: My mother was told I'd never speak and would need to be institutionalised.
Explained: Where - and why - NZ must keep masks on
Kiwis appear to be increasingly cooling on face-masks. Where should they stay mandated?
Focus: 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 Herald
Don't be fooled by health food imposters – here's what to avoid
You might think sugar-free drinks and low-fat yoghurts are good for you, but beware.
The four numbers determining mid-life health - and how to change them
Telegraph: These quick and easy health checks may save your life.
Watch: Is it time to ditch masks?
As Covid numbers continue to decline, the Government could look at easing mask mandates.
Why travelling long-haul with a toddler was the best thing I ever did
Opinion: What started off as a trip from hell, turned into the best adventure of my life.
Elderly woman repeatedly given wrong dose of heart meds in aged-care facility
The woman was administered an incorrect dose six times by six different nurses.
Anaesthetist gave woman morphine without consent, HDC rules
The woman said morphine could cause her heart rate to slow to an abnormally low rate.
Covid-19: Should NZ be in a hurry for new boosters?
NZ lags behind in getting new Omicron-targeted boosters - but experts see no great hurry.
Covid-19: 1296 new cases, 4 deaths; NZ's case rates may fall further yet - modeller
There are 1,296 new cases today and four deaths related to the virus.
Covid-19: Experts warn it may be too soon to relax mask mandates
'There is a lot riding on the decisions that are being made right now,' a top expert says.
Covid-19: What NZ flu data is revealing about coronavirus
Piggy-backing a major flu survey has given modellers a nifty insight into Covid-19 rates.
Roof going on new $300m+ North Shore Hospital block
New block rising at the near-capacity hospital with big staffing pressures
Report: Pilot programme would give meth users substitute drug to escape addiction
Kiwis having trouble quitting meth would be given controlled doses under new proposal.
Bondi Rescue star dies after cancer battle
Bondi Rescue lifeguard Terry McDermott has died after a battle with cancer.