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Lockdown extended in Indian capital of New Delhi
With India's health system in a state of crisis, the city of New Delhi has extended lockdown measures. Video / AP
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The West Australian Premier was scathing of the traveller's actions.
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Low levels of the vitamin can cause respiratory illnesses.
About 2000 Kiwis late on second Covid-19 vaccine jab
95 per cent of Kiwis getting dose two within two weeks of the 21 day-mark after dose one.
'It sucks': Dialysis patients devastated after closure of Auckland renal unit
Patients who spend 12 hours a week hooked up to a life-saving machine upset at closure.
'My last option': Misdiagnosed 28-year-old in the fight of her life
'So painful, it feels like broken glass in my skin.'
Their daughter died of cancer. 15 months later they faced a new fight
Mum Celeste Jones is telling her story to help other Kiwi women.
Covid-19: Health officials contacting 1000 people who flew from Perth to NZ
Those returning from Western Australia asked to check latest health advice.
The dangers of contraception in women's sport
Welsh triathlete Issy Morris needs medical treatment unthinkable for most 22-year-olds.
Dunedin Hospital's 'Code Black' could have been avoided if signs acted on
On March 24, the hospital became so overcrowded that 18 patients were left waiting in ER.
Tokyo under Covid emergency orders, 3 months before Olympics
Japan's third state of emergency includes shutdown orders across Tokyo.
Antidepressant prescriptions at all-time high
Māori and Pasifika have higher rates of mental illness but are prescribed less medication.
Willie Jackson: The difference between institutional racism and being racist
OPINION: Report after report shows that Māori and Pasifika are consistently treated worse.
MIQ change: Travellers arriving at similar time will stay at same hotel
The new system is designed to keep new arrivals away from people at the end of their stay.
Opinion: Why rebuilding trust in health system won't be easy
One of the biggest issues facing Health NZ will be rebuilding a collaborative ethos.
Explainer: How long does protection from Covid vaccines last?
So far, Pfizer's trial indicates its vaccine is highly effective for at least six months.
Sacked Canterbury health boss appears in court in fight to get job back
Alistair Humphrey has lodged a personal grievance against CDHB for unjustified dismissal.
What health changes mean for Whanganui region Māori
"The health system with DHBs is almost 20 years old and change is needed."
She could drop dead at any moment. The mercy mission to save Melody
She was on a ski trip with friends when she noticed a pain in her neck.
'Don't be a risk to other people': Aged-care resident's message after receiving Covid-19 jab
The Covid-19 vaccine rollout has begun for aged-care residents in the Wellington region.
'A shocking thing': Family seen taking face masks from bin
"It makes your stomach turn over but people are poor and they're desperate."
Eight previously undetected Covid cases in NZ, study reveals
Scientists analyse 10,000 blood samples and find there was limited undiagnosed infection.
Health shake-up presents 'an interesting wero'
The new structure "would challenge iwi" over how best to have their voice heard.
Health Minister says jobs will be lost in district health board shake-up
Andrew Little says there's no need for 20 chief IT managers in the new health service.
Only 10% of health workers 'definitely' willing to assist death
More than 1000 expected to request assisted death in the first year after law change.
Health system shake-up 'great news' for Māori health
Health system changes would start to come into effect in July next year.
Health system overhaul could be 'monumental', GP says
Health system changes would start to come into effect in July next year.
Resourcing key in improving health of Northlanders
Major reforms to the health system are set to benefit Te Tai Tokerau.
A husband told to wait 8 weeks for urgent help, a new mum who died at home - the faces we failed
Families left wondering if their loved ones might still be here if they lived elsewhere.
Chris Keall: Death of the DHBs a chance to give health tech a new life
Dysfunctional patchwork of solutions needs to be replaced.
Govt unveils plans for NZ's first 'truly national public health service'
The cost of the reforms are unknown at this stage but will be revealed in May's budget.
Barry Soper: It's doubtful whether Māori Health Authority will achieve its goals
OPINION: Like a lot of things this Government proposes, we'll have to wait and see.
Health NZ reforms raise questions over cost, local voice
Government's plan has been met with shock, concern and scepticism from some.