Latest fromDiseases

'Regrettable': Rude middle-finger health campaign TV ads axed
It started off with a middle finger and ended up with a thumb.

Profile: NZ scientist raising $100m to cure motor neurone disease
After 30 years overseas, Chris Shaw is returning to New Zealand with ambitious plans.

Warning issued after Hepatitis A cases linked to imported frozen berries
Officials warn the virus can be serious for pregnant women and other vulnerable Kiwis.

Focus: Lights out! What NZ's new Covid rules mean for you
The Covid protection framework is no more so what does that mean for Kiwis and what should we expect from the pandemic now? Video / NZ Herald

'We want to avoid another mini epidemic': Pacific community urged to get vaccinated against measles
A Pacific health expert is urging those most vulnerable to measles to get their MMR shots.

Watch: Is it time to ditch masks?
As Covid numbers continue to decline, the Government could look at easing mask mandates.

Monkeypox could be classified as an STI under new WHO guidelines
Professor proposes WHO re-categorises Monkeypox to reduce 'group specific stigma'.

Opinion: Ministry of Health 'has thrown the homophobes a bone'
'There is no evidence that monkeypox is an STD and the MOH needs to be clear about this.'

'See a doctor immediately': Australian health alert as disease spreads at festival
A man in his 40s is dead and another reveller has fallen ill.

US declares monkeypox outbreak health emergency
More than 6600 Americans have now been infected by the virus.

No vaccine supply likely before monkeypox outbreak - health boss
Health NZ locked in global battle for vaccines in short supply.

Polio virus found in New York wastewater, but no new cases
The life-threatening disease was detected in samples from Rockland County.

Ministry 'recommends' schools enforce masks in Term 3
Schools can enforce mask wearing the way they enforce uniforms, advice says.

Explained: Five things to know about monkeypox in NZ
NZ is now among more than 50 countries to record monkeypox. Here's what you need to know.

Expect more monkeypox infections in NZ after Auckland case, expert warns
Protection measures for Covid-19 also help stop monkeypox spreading, expert says.

Monkeypox in NZ - what Kiwi experts say you need to know
Professor Michael Baker says monkeypox is 'nothing like Covid-19' and has 'good outcomes'.

Explainer: End of DHBs - what you need to know about new system
The focus has been on the top end of the planned changes - what about the local level?

Justin Bieber's face paralysis just the start
Fans were shocked by Bieber's latest diagnosis, but his health issues don't end there.

'Pretty serious': Justin Bieber reveals shock medical diagnosis
The pop star has had to cancel multiple shows because of the diagnosis.

Typhus outbreak: Three hospitalised with suspected case of disease found in fleas living on cats
Pet lovers urged to keep their animals de-wormed and be careful when handling strays.

More monkeypox cases found in NSW
New South Wales Health has identified a fourth and fifth monkeypox case.

Monkeypox outbreak: Another pandemic unlikely
There are still many unknowns about the disease, according to WHO expert.

'Made my week': Cystic fibrosis sufferer gifted money by stranger
The donor wanted Troy Watson to 'go and have fun' with his friends or family.

Monkeypox v Covid: How do the two viruses compare?
The Ministry of Health says the risk of importation of monkeypox to NZ is "moderate".

Auckland hospital 'imploding': Patient with typhoid fever slept in car due to lack of beds
Hospitals around NZ are being hit by a perfect storm of issues.

Long Covid: Five post-infection problems you don't hear about
From anxiety and insomnia to digestion problems, long Covid can mean more than fatigue.