WorldHIV advance: Twice-yearly shot to prevent infectionThe drug would be a convenient new way to ward off infection in a wide range of people.18 Jun 09:30 PM
WorldUS Supreme Court upholds ban on gender-affirming care for minorsTwo dozen Republican-led states have similar laws affecting transgender youth.18 Jun 09:02 PM
WorldThis simple fitness test might predict how long you’ll liveA low score is a portent, not a promise and could be a wake-up call, says study author.18 Jun 08:00 PM
World'We should have had a choice': Family speaks on brain-dead pregnancy caseAdriana Smith was kept alive until her son was born via C-section.18 Jun 07:11 PM
WorldHemp bevs: US states crack down on cannabis drink crazeStates are banning intoxicating cannabis drinks due to rising popularity.18 Jun 06:00 PM
PoliticsNational loses Kiwis’ confidence handling inflation to Labour - surveyInflation is the top issue for Kiwis and they think Labour is best to keep prices down.18 Jun 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandMagic man: Meet the one psychiatrist approved to prescribe magic mushroomsMinister David Seymour says no 'reefer madness' over psilocybin because it works.18 Jun 07:09 AM
New ZealandMelatonin to be sold over counter at NZ pharmacies, 'magic mushroom' rules relaxedThe Government has also approved the use of psilosybin, known as magic mushrooms.18 Jun 02:12 AM
PremiumPremiumWorldNature's role: Studies show green spaces help in reducing lonelinessSpending one to two hours in nature weekly may reduce loneliness significantly.18 Jun 01:56 AM
World'Long overdue': Kraft Heinz to remove dyes by 2027 amid health concernsNearly 90% of Kraft Heinz products are already dye-free.18 Jun 01:00 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandAn end to doctor fee hikes? What GPs say as funding wrangle endsGeneral practice representatives are in the final stages of negotiations with Health NZ. 17 Jun 11:05 PM
WorldUK votes to bar prosecution for abortions in England, WalesAmendment will halt rise in prosecutions of women over suspected unlawful abortions.17 Jun 10:39 PM
New Zealand'I wept': White Island tragedy doctor’s anguish at child’s death The young doctor started a rotation training in intensive care on the day of the disaster.17 Jun 05:00 PM
WorldWhy UK abortion law overhaul is crucial for women's rightsThe amendment aims to end prosecutions of women for self-terminating pregnancies.17 Jun 04:39 AM
EntertainmentJustin Bieber reveals 'broken' state, admits to anger issuesJustin ended a friendship after a friend criticised his anger.17 Jun 01:08 AM
WorldVaccine experts removed by Trump health chief sound the alarmThey say RFK jnr's move has 'left the US vaccine programme critically weakened'.17 Jun 12:55 AM
WorldHow often you should be cleaning your toilet, according to expertsClean frequently used toilets weekly; clean guest toilets monthly.17 Jun 12:12 AM
New ZealandHealth NZ directed to offer 10-year contracts for elective surgeriesAlmost 10,000 surgeries were outsourced, nearing the June target of 10,579.16 Jun 07:49 PM
WorldUkraine’s field hospitals keep getting hit, so they are going underground The underground hospital is designed to protect medics from targeted attacks.16 Jun 07:00 PM
New Zealand'I’m gonna see you burn at the stake': Paramedic bit partner on the nose, then strangled herThe man blamed his ex-partner for playing the victim. Now he's lost his medical licence.16 Jun 06:00 AM
EntertainmentBruce Willis’ wife pens emotional Father’s Day tributeEmma Heming Willis praised her husband for his resilience amid his dementia battle.16 Jun 04:51 AM
New ZealandPharmac makes funding U-turn over patches for menopause treatmentPatients will be able to use one of two brands of HRT patch, but availability may vary.16 Jun 03:05 AM
New Zealand$60m hospital expansion to triple beds, double theatres in ChristchurchFull construction is set to begin in November.15 Jun 11:49 PM
WorldNurse practitioners step in as US doctor ranks shrink in geriatricsAn expert says US nurses are trying to meet patients’ needs, wherever those patients are.15 Jun 09:35 PM
PremiumPremiumBusinessRising scrutiny: Economists take key roles in next phase of Covid InquiryEconomists who found NZ overpaid for Covid health measures hired by Royal Commission.15 Jun 09:00 PM
LifestyleMeta messages: App users are taking over-sharing to an AI levelSome people are discussing personal questions with chatbots rather than friends or family.15 Jun 07:00 PM
TalanoaBaby’s death at Auckland daycare sparks call for tighter sleep regulationsThe baby was checked every 10 minutes but it wasn't enough and he was found unresponsive.15 Jun 07:00 PM
PremiumPremiumLifestyleIn some families, the impact of weight-loss jabs is contagiousNew York Times: Benefits to patients of losing the flab can be shared around.15 Jun 06:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Abhorrent': Manawatū iwi outraged over secret radioactive waste facilityThe waste includes depleted uranium from redundant radiation devices used to treat cancer.15 Jun 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsTreasury warns Health NZ cuts need to double; Minister disputes figuresThe figures hint at cuts of $1.2b this year; Health NZ needs $600 million in savings15 Jun 05:00 PM
World'Discarded': Mass grave excavation uncovers Ireland's dark history of child burialsA 2021 report found 9000 children died in Ireland's mother-and-baby homes.15 Jun 04:48 AM
PremiumPremiumLifestyleAuckland ICU doctor's book exposes NZ health system crisis from the inside Mismanaged priorities, hospital bullies, public vs private - Dr Ivor Popovich tells all.14 Jun 08:00 PM
New ZealandMinister announces law changes to focus health system on resultsGovt set to introduce legislation for 'improving health outcomes' in the coming weeks.14 Jun 01:35 AM
New Zealand'I couldn't make it better': Brave 3-year-old's terminal cancer battleLaura Taylor has 1420 beads of courage and turns 4 in July. That alone tells the story.13 Jun 06:00 PM
