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Suicide Prevention Office cuts could have fatal outcomes: Former director

Matthew Tukaki says those working in mental health 'save people's lives'.

Unused surgical centre could treat 15,000 patients per year

The Tōtara Haumaru facility could be treating 15,000 patients a year - but it can't open.

Public service has responded 'fairly well' to new Govt - PM

Surgery wait times, student achievement, crime and welfare are part of the plan.

Opinion: $18m funding boost for travel to healthcare no silver bullet

OPINION: The Government's announcement won't deal with long-running problems.

National telehealth service Whakarongorau struggling to recruit staff to triage mental health crisis calls

Whakarongorau nurses say distressed callers are waiting longer because of understaffing.

Christopher Luxon reveals nine Govt targets to be delivered by 2030

The Government announces a suite of policy as Parliament returns for another sitting week.

What really happens to your body while you die?

One nurse isn't afraid of dying - she says the body makes sure death is 'peaceful'.

You're probably not getting enough fibre - here's what to do about it

Fibre has many health benefits, but how do you know you're getting enough?

Fighting insomnia? One thing will help more than sleeping pills

Nearly all NZers experience some degree of acute insomnia throughout their lifetime.

How to get eight hours of uninterrupted sleep

Poor sleep can lead to poor health. So how can we ensure our eight hours go uninterrupted?

'So fragile': Tori Kelly opens up about life after health scare

The 31-year-old singer was rushed to hospital in July 2023 after collapsing at a dinner.

When can my baby drink cow’s milk? It’s sooner than you think

What do parents need to know about the latest advice? And when is cow’s milk an option?

World’s oldest man shares the secret to his longevity

Guinness World Records has confirmed John Alfred Tinniswood, 111, as the new title holder.

'It sucks being a fat person on TV' - Lloyd Burr talks bariatric surgery with Paula Bennett

'There’s just so many different factors that go into weight gain and being big.'

Six surprising things that increase your heart health risk

Discover how vaping, pessimism, and even your height can affect heart health.

Toxin fears spark recall of salted peanuts, nut mixes

Several batches of nuts pulled from shelves, consumers warned.

Engineered stone giant Cosentino warns against ‘chaos’ of total ban

The company faced scrutiny after legal action from stonemasons who developed silicosis.

Kiwi woman's medical nightmare: ‘I’m so grateful to be alive’

'I was gaslit and told my symptoms weren’t real.'