WorldFresh cruise ship horror as 1700 are quarantined after norovirus outbreakAt least 48 passengers had symptoms consistent with severe gastrointestinal illness.13 May 05:52 PM
WorldThe crucial date when we will know if hantavirus is spreadingExperts say generation-three cases would start emerging soon.12 May 04:46 AM
WorldNew Zealand and Australian virus-ship passengers fly to weeks of quarantine in Perth The six will transit through the Netherlands before flying to an isolation centre. 11 May 06:56 PM
WorldPassengers start leaving hantavirus ship, NZ passenger will be among last to leave10 May 06:24 PM
New ZealandKiwis on cruise with deadly hantavirus outbreak could face quarantine on return10 May 06:35 AM
New ZealandNZ passenger left virus-hit cruise ship after first death, another Kiwi still on board07 May 09:40 PM
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WorldHantavirus strain aboard cruise ship has the potential to spark coronavirus-style pandemic A World Health Organisation spokesman said the virus can be spread between humans.05 May 08:26 PM
World'Spreading like wildfire': Fiji grapples with soaring HIV casesFiji recorded more than 2000 new HIV cases last year, up 26% on 2024.05 May 02:52 AM
World'Significant': Poliovirus detected in Australian wastewaterWeekly testing will be done at the Subiaco wastewater plant for six months.01 May 05:16 AM
EntertainmentSir Sam Neill reveals he's cancer-free after 'it looked like I was on the way out'The actor is now advocating for public access to the cutting-edge therapy he received.28 Apr 11:07 PM
New ZealandCommunity group alarmed by Shotover River's spike in E. coli, council opens investigationE. coli hit 2100cfu on March 10, far above safe swimming guidelines.26 Apr 01:46 AM
PremiumPremiumLifestyleI was diagnosed with ADHD in my 50s. I felt like a fraudBelinda Wheaton masked her ADHD into midlife. Then came her "life-changing" diagnosis. 15 Apr 10:00 PM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsOstracised, angry and heart-inflamed: Families vent over Covid vaccine rulesCV Tag member calls the requirements for 12-17s a '100% gold-plated' bad idea.15 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandListeria risk: Two sprout products recalled nationwideNo illnesses have been reported, but concerned customers are urged to seek advice.15 Apr 06:38 AM
WorldUnknown disease kills five in BurundiThe illness has killed at least five people and made 28 sick in Mpanda.11 Apr 11:30 PM
New ZealandMother shares how specialist care gave her son a better deathWellington mum Angela Schleif lost two children to the same rare disease, 17 years apart. She says the difference between their deaths was night and day. Video / NZ HeraldWatch10 Apr 05:00 PM
Herald NOW BusinessNZ deep tech firm Scentian Bio on their 'digital nose' | Herald NOW Business'Imagine if you could detect a disease on your breath simply by blowing onto your phone.' Tech has potential use in healthcare and food quality. Video / Herald NOW BusinessWatch09 Apr 07:14 PM
New ZealandBoil-water alert: What residents in Bell Block and The Links must do nowA water sample near New Plymouth Airport tested positive for E. coli.09 Apr 01:15 AM
OpinionLong Covid in New Zealand: Health survey shows 400,000 adults affectedWomen, Māori and disabled people are disproportionately affected by long Covid.08 Apr 06:00 PM
AucklandE. coli alert: Watercare boil-water notice remains in place, most likely cause revealedWatercare crews are inspecting the Big King reservoir and wider infrastructure network. 07 Apr 03:39 AM
EntertainmentCeline Dion announces comeback following health struggleThe singer will play 10 shows in Paris from September.30 Mar 09:54 PM
New ZealandFlu jab can cut heart attack and stroke risk by a third, epidemiologist saysDr Michael Baker says flu illness stresses organs and makes blood clot more.29 Mar 05:46 AM
New ZealandNZ-born star Rebecca Gibney reveals ADHD and autism diagnosis at 61She told the Australian Women's Weekly the diagnosis had 'been very emotional'.28 Mar 11:01 PM
New ZealandKiwi man gets incurable brain disease after given graft from dead body as a babyThe case is the first in NZ but may not be the last as the procedure was common in 1980s. 26 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandNorthland couple show life doesn’t stop with Parkinson’s diagnosisTravel and property renovation are among John Guest's activities since being diagnosed.24 Mar 04:46 AM
New ZealandBoy, 5, diagnosed with scurvy after diet of chicken and biscuitsDoctors says the boy's case shows the disease is not historical after all.12 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandCovid inquiry: Report says lockdowns went on longer than needed, spending too highThe inquiry cost about $30m and makes 24 recommendations for future crises.10 Mar 04:00 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionDiana ClementDiana Clement: How to protect your finances if you are at risk of getting dementiaOPINION: An enduring power of attorney lets a trusted person act for you if you cannot.07 Mar 08:00 PM
Lifestyle‘We’re trying to make a difference’: Simon Gault's new missionHow Simon Gault and Kate Fenwick found an unexpected connection through health.07 Mar 01:00 AM
