Pfizer asks FDA to clear updated Covid shot for kids under 5
The US company is pushing for the vaccine to be part of the immunisation schedule.
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Cystic fibrosis drug win, serious police incident in West Akl & Iran to disband oppressive morality police | Focus Morning Bulletin 5 December, 2022
Huge win for those with cystic fibrosis, police staff involved in West Auckland 'serious incident' & Iran to disband morality police amid ongoing protests in the latest New Zealand Herald headlines. Video / NZ Herald
Cystic fibrosis: Funding of life-extending drug Trikafta proposed to start in April
Funding of Trikafta will be for those aged 6 and older who meet certain criteria.
New drug slows Alzheimer’s but can it make a real difference?
It's a bright spot after repeated disappointments in the quest for better treatments.
WHO declares new ‘imminent’ global threat
Warning measles could cause global problems if immunisation programmes aren't bought back.
Mad cow worries in US over, banned blood donors can give again
Donors were turned away after fears of mad cow disease in Europe more than 2 decades ago.
Residents to turn out for stem cell donation swabs to save 8yo's life
There are only three international matches for the girl, all of whom are too far away.
Vaccination programme must target Māori and Pacific, say advocates
Health workers want meningococcal vaccination to be more widely available.
Christina Applegate shares crushing career update
The actor reveals her future plans amid an ongoing struggle with multiple sclerosis.
'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'.
Monkeypox: Health officials warn infected people to stay away from pets
An Italian greyhound in Paris has reportedly caught the virus.
A foot and mouth outbreak in NZ would affect more than agriculture – tourism needs a plan too
Overseas experience tells us FMD could result in severe impacts on the tourism sector.
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.
7461 Covid cases today, 622 people in hospital - 'significant increase'
Cases, hospitalisations and deaths have been rising as the BA.5 strain gains ground.
Explained: Three ways this Omicron wave will be different
This Omicron wave is likely to cause more hospitalisations and deaths than the first. Why?
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?