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As measles spreads, RFK jnr embraces remedies such as cod liver oil
New York Times: Kennedy claimed unconventional treatments were helping patients.
Simeon Brown announces measures to boost nursing workforce
Health Minister Simeon Brown announces measures to boost our nursing workforce that will deliver immediate benefits to people seeking care. Video / Mark Mitchell
Health Minister Simeon Brown announces nurse training, tertiary education funding boost
Boost includes $34.2m for 120 nurse practitioner training places in primary care.
What taking an antihistamine does to your brain
Some research suggests popular hay fever medication could increase your risk of dementia.
Ask the doctor: What’s behind my incredibly painful headaches?
Telegraph: Not all headaches are migraines.
When should you be applying deodorant?
Knowing what to apply and when can improve armpit care.
Medical schools boosted by 25 places a year
More graduates will also be trained in general practice clinics rather than hospitals.
Tinned fruit is healthier than you think – here’s why
Turn your nose up at canned peaches or prunes? Think again.
‘Not out of danger’: Pope undergoes two procedures after respiratory failure
Pope Francis required two bronchoscopies due to breathing attacks on Monday.
‘It’s not a way to run a health service’ - the cost of health redundancies
Health NZ has now paid out more than $33 million alone to staff it has cut.
Health NZ pays close to $900k for voluntary redundancies in one region
The PSA argues health cuts are risking patients' lives and should be stopped.
Sleep myths debunked: Do women need more rest than men?
New York Times: Experts weigh in on the question that’s all over our social media feeds.
Govt announces new funding boost for health, ‘game-changing’ 24/7 digital appointment service to increase accessibility
Luxon says NZ had the best doctors, nurses – but the system was letting them down.
Opinion: Why new health funding misses the mark on equity
Expanded GP funding will be performance-based, raising complexity concerns.
Can you get rid of cold sores for good?
New York Times: Experts explain what they do, and don’t, recommend.
PM announces 100 placements for overseas-trained doctors
The Government is funding a new two-year primary care training programme.
Christopher Luxon holds post-Cabinet press conference
Christopher Luxon and Simeon Brown discuss access to GPs and access to healthcare.
Protesters gather outside court to support Northland’s most well-known green fairy
He denied the charges of cultivating and dealing cannabis as supporters protested outside.
Longevity gap: Why do women live longer than men?
New York Times: Scientists hope to help both sexes age better,
Is decaf tea healthier? Experts weigh in
Tea is full of health benefits, but do we drink too much? And is it time to switch?
‘There’s no cure’: Kiwi mum’s fight against cancer
Sarena Crane is seeking alternative treatment to beat cancer.
‘Something’s off’: Grey’s Anatomy star opens up on shock brain tumour diagnosis
Kate Walsh now lives in Perth, where she values a 'quiet' lifestyle with her fiancé.
Zelenskyy's European meeting and more health workers leave for Australia | NZ Herald News Update
Volodymyr Zelenskyy wraps up his meeting with European and Canadian leaders in London and more healthcare workers are lured to Australia. Video / NZ Herald, AFP
Mum’s heartbreak over baby’s suffering, alleges healthcare ignored concerns
Kruger shared her daughter's suffering to highlight cultural issues in healthcare.
Nurses, social workers working as receptionists as ‘back office’ public sector cuts bite
Government assurances cuts would not affect the front line were false, the PSA said.
Opinion: I’m still learning to fight my own stereotypes about ageing — at age 67
OPINION: I realised I needed a reset against my harmful, self-imposed ageist beliefs.
Cecilia Robinson: Why extending prescriptions to 12 months will be a good thing
OPINION: Extending prescriptions to 12 months will free up resources.
Is ‘Zone 2’ the magic effort level for exercise?
New York Times: Slower, steadier workouts might be the key to better metabolic health.
‘F*** this’: Frustrated mum removed baby's oxygen, tried to leave ED after delays
Now the Waikato woman has ended up in court for the way she handled the situation.
Do you still need sunscreen in autumn?
'Don’t be fooled just because the temperatures can be lower,' warns one expert.
Fizzy fury: Call to ban sugary drinks from sports stadiums
Dental Association says the “severity of the issue” of tooth decay in youth is alarming.
'It's not a nice feeling': Woman months overdue for heart surgery struggles to breathe
Health NZ has apologised and scheduled a cardiologist appointment.
Horse medicine for humans? NZ breakthrough could revolutionise wound treatment
Gel could help diabetics, the elderly and burns patients heal a lot quicker.