Surviving the festive rush: Health tips for a stress-free holiday
Northlanders seek tips to reduce Christmas stress, from shopping to family gatherings.
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Telegraph: When it comes to the post-booze jitters, not all alcohol is equal.
Single H5N1 bird flu mutation could let it latch easily to human cells, study finds
The US already has a stockpile of vaccine doses that target H5N1.
7 Phrases experts wish Kiwis would ditch at mealtimes
Do you use these harmful phrases without realising?
Pete Hodgson: Dunedin Hospital project – the anatomy of a debacle and the warning for other regions
OPINION: Other regions please take note. Dysfunction might soon be coming your way too.
Regaining Mana: Port of Auckland's cultural reset wins top diversity award
Transforming a poor culture was crucial, judges noted.
Six warning signs your heart is weak – and what to do about it
Telegraph: Some symptoms of heart disease are hard to spot.
Opinion: The budget-friendly meat replacements that are better for you
OPINION: Meat partly to blame for the climate crisis – here's what you can eat instead.
Officials say tampering 'extremely rare' after needles found in supermarket food
The supermarket would not disclose what products were affected.
Govt ministries clash with report on treatment of disabled children
Govt accepts 12 recommendations, pledges to improve care at Hikitia Te Wairua facility.
Second farm inspected for bird flu and Yanfei Bao's killer found guilty | NZ Herald News Update
MPI is making inquiries over potential bird flu at a second farm, and Yanfei Bao's killer Tingjun Cao has been found guilty of murder. Video / NZ Herald
Research: Māori children twice as likely to have severe appendicitis
Research shows rural children suffer severe appendicitis at four times urban rates.
Hospital bed-block 'worst it's ever been' - ED doctor
Peter Jones works as an emergency department physician and adviser to Health NZ.
Letters: Negative offer sends clear message to nurses
OPINION: 'It’s okay to make mistakes, says Judith Collins, but not in a hospital.'
ED doctor: Hospital bed block "worst it's ever been"
Emergency physician Peter Jones tells Michael Morrah how preventing access block will reduce ED wait times. Video / Ben Dickens
Movement for Archie: Fundraiser to help Northland baby’s therapy journey
The Kerikeri family have been forced to go private to help Archie Sturrock learn to walk.
Health Commissioner to seek apology after 'cooking the books' accusation
Lester Levy will seek an apology from former Health Minister Ayesha Verrall.
Queen Camilla shares health update after missing royal engagements
Her chest infection turned out to be more serious than previously thought.
Health Commissioner accused of ‘cooking the books’ in heated meeting
The claims came after Health NZ was forced to change its estimated deficit.
'House stank of chemicals': Kmart Christmas blanket to be recalled in NZ
Two reported hospitalisations in Australia have been linked to the sheets.
Hamilton mum risks $15k medical costs for terminally ill daughter on Disney cruise
“I thought this was a fresh beginning ... I'm going to have to bury another child."
36,000 nurses strike nationwide after ‘distressing’ pay offer
Healthcare workers take action, citing patient safety threats and stalled negotiations.
'It's not safe': Hospital nurses strike over concerns of unsafe staffing
More than 200 nurses marched in Whangārei as part of the national strike on Tuesday.
Are chemicals used in fragrances bad for your health?
Scientists warn some chemicals found in fragrances can cause adverse health outcomes.
Why women struggle to orgasm in menopause – and what to do about it
Telegraph: Menopause needn’t ruin your sex life.
Nurses strike over pay dispute with Health NZ
Nurses held signs outside Auckland Hospital as part of a strike over a pay dispute with Health NZ. Video / Michael Craig
80,000 chickens to be culled at farm infected with H7N6 bird flu
A driver could be seen delivering a digger to the property, where 80,000 chickens must now be culled due to the highly pathogenic virus. Video / Ben Tomsett
Health NZ to take longer to hit budget targets
The organisation is also expecting a deficit of $1.1 billion in the next year.
Public servants brace for tough paper on Māori health overhaul - Opinion
Minister's plan for Māori health faces scrutiny as report drafted.
How Kennedy has worked abroad to weaken global public health policy
New York Times: He has spent years abroad undermining key international health policies.
Shock as Auckland hospital workers told jobs may be cut next year
Health NZ signals possible changes for Auckland support roles, staff express shock.
Green MP questions Pharmac's Māori commitment after advisory group falls
Seymour dodges questions on agency's Māori strategy amid advisory group disestablishment.
What you need to know after bird flu found on Otago chicken farm
We’ve heard a lot about H1N1. Should we be worried about this other strain?
Bird Flu on Otago chicken farm, Health New Zealand workers on strike today | NZ Herald News Update
40,000 chickens with bird flu to be culled on Otago egg farm, weather conditions hinder search for three missing climbers and healthcare workers on strike. Video / NZ Herald