Flu strikes Hawke's Bay pickers
DHB spokeswoman Anna Kirk said 71 people had confirmed cases of H1N1 influenza outbreak.
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Alliance Group launches mental health initiative
Mates at the Gate programme encourages staff to ask for support.
The emotional toll of M. bovis
Talk helps remove M. bovis stigma, but not the emotional toll says Rural Support Trust.
Manline helping rural men facing crisis
Manline puts out a book for men providing useful contacts for mental health support.
Southland farmers 'M. bovis' veterans, now advocates for Nait
Nait should be a priority for every farmer, say Southland farming advocates.
Job losses for VetEnt Tb testers in Canterbury
VetEnt Tb testers in Canterbury are facing job loss due to a lost contract.
Minimising facial eczema a saving for farmers
Facial eczema can be costly for farmers if it isn't treated.
Kiwi science: how to trace a gastro outbreak
Scientists have suggested a better way to reveal the source of campylobacter outbreaks.
Farmstrong: Rural community wellbeing issues important
Farming life can be hard and stressful and it's important to keep well.
Club life boosts young farmers' wellbeing - Study
NZYF clubs' social activities are having a positive impact on members' mental wellbeing.
Horticulture NZ: Tougher stance on food product sabotage needed
Horticulture NZ was a stronger stance against food tampering.
Is rural domestic violence even worse than we thought?
"Living rurally often you don't want to talk about these sort of thing"
Man's foot trapped under piece of farm machinery
North Otago man was freed using airbags, before he was assessed by St John staff.
DairyNZ: Newly minted doctors focus on facts
Four new doctors have joined DairyNZ science team.
Person in critical condition after medical event at orchard
It reportedly happened at a Waikato mushroom farm.
Community bus pensioner's idea to beat rural isolation
Bus project hopes to help pensioners affected by health issues and driving restrictions.
Why more carbs can actually be good for you
Study shows increased whole grains intake can help protect from a broad range of diseases.
Feds applaud health and safety boost
"Long-term injury rehabilitation and loss of productivity ... carries a high price tag"
Animals take $70m injury toll on Kiwis
"We do know over the years there have been people who have been killed by cattle."
Shellfish off menu in parts of Northland
Routine tests on shellfish samples show high levels of toxins.
'M. bovis' momentum to be maintained
Mycoplasma bovis had a big impact on primary industries in the last year.
Mohaka River users now have emergency radio
Radio network an extra layer of safety for those on the river.
Free worming tablets for rural dogs
Fifty dogs dosed over December 8-9, to combat Whanganui's sheep measles prevalence
Tragedy behind dachshund's farm safety message
Children's author Harriet Bremner's partner was killed in a farm machinery accident.
Call for mental health report outcomes to apply to all
The Mental Health Foundation wants more focus on rural communities.
Outcomes should be rural proofed, RWNZ says
Rural Women NZ want to see a focus on mental health in farming communities.
Mental health services access key for rural communities
''It is timely and overdue. The problem has been recognised."
Farmers set up Facebook support page for M. bovis
Open page ''Mbovis Affected Farmers'' on Facebook was set up in late November.
Swift action wanted on rural GP shortage
NZ Rural General Practice Network says there is a serious shortage.
Medicinal cannabis bill passes third reading
National calls bill decriminalisation by stealth but it passes third reading.
More meningococcal vaccinations are on their way
More meningococcal ACWY vaccine is heading north.
Will To Live's 'speak up' message received by farmers
More farmers are speaking up against depression, thanks to a new campaign.
Plan ahead to lessen festive stress on farm
Comment: Planning can help alleviate festive stress around the farm this Christmas