New ZealandCouncillor urges tight-knit Kaitāia community to give support after homicideA 29-year-old woman has been arrested and charged with murder.08 Sep 07:45 PM
New ZealandSeriously injured man dropped off at hospital dies, police investigatingThe man died shortly after being dropped off at Kaitāia Hospital, police say.08 Sep 04:00 AM
New ZealandHomicide investigation launched after man dropped off at Northland hospital diesThe man died shortly after being dropped off at Kaitāia Hospital, police say.08 Sep 03:29 AM
PremiumPremiumInvestmentNgāi Tahu takes minority stake in online GP service founded by Cecilia RobinsonThe iwi has become a minority shareholder of Tend Health, thanks to sharing a mutual goal.06 Sep 03:39 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandKiwis importing hearing aids to avoid prohibitive local costsCarolyn Cooper warns that untreated hearing loss increases the risk of dementia.05 Sep 03:59 AM
New Zealand'Concept of family doctors in NZ is dead': GPs warn of primary care collapseDoctors liken Herald footage of people queuing for care as 'Third World'.03 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandPerson airlifted to hospital after falling from Auckland cliffAmbulance crews said the patient suffered critical injuries.03 Sep 06:49 AM
New ZealandCommunity in shock as Waiheke's only after-hours medical clinic shuts downLocals have been blindsided by the closure, with no clear explanation provided.02 Sep 06:37 PM
New ZealandWoman died in hospital because cardiac alarm volume was turned downIt took staff several minutes to notice the woman's monitor alarm had been activated.02 Sep 06:42 AM
New ZealandHealth crisis: GPs set to increase patient feesGP clinics have raised fees to meet demand and it's putting pressure on those in need.01 Sep 11:24 PM
New ZealandWaikato Hospital patient waits more than a month for triple bypassNZ's health crisis has patients in for long wait for life-saving surgery.01 Sep 10:03 PM
New Zealand'Makes no sense': Health Minister queries hospital after toast taken off the menu for new mumsThe minister wants the decision reconsidered saying toast is an 'easy comfort food'.01 Sep 08:32 PM
New ZealandDoctors’ wait times and coffee costs | Focus Morning Bulletin September 2, 2024In today’s headlines, desperate Ōtara patients queue in the cold for hours, housing market heats up and coffee costs spark debate.Watch01 Sep 07:30 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandRevealed: Why elective surgeries are cancelled at late noticeHealth Minister Shane Reti asked top-level officials to provide a briefing on the issue.01 Sep 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumAged careJLL retirement village study: population up, companies adjust growthMost older people do not live in such villages, even with 53,000 people there now.01 Sep 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Heartbreaking': Patients queue in cold from 6am to see doctorPatients said they sometimes waited five hours to see a doctor.01 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandDoctors in region with the highest senior medical officer vacancy rate call for helpUnder-pressure staff say current situation is the result of years of under-investment.30 Aug 08:19 AM
New Zealand'Blow their heads off': Black Power member shot at rival in ED carpark, shut down hospitalThe shooting followed several altercations between the groups at a motel nearby.30 Aug 06:00 AM
New Zealand'Big community effort': Symbolic 640km rowing journey raises money for neonatal care'It’s about making it more welcoming for everybody.'29 Aug 08:56 PM
New Zealand'Scary': Hospital operating shifts without doctors faces strike actionDargaville Hospital nurses stopped work for an hour to protest against a lack of doctors.29 Aug 05:30 AM
New ZealandGisborne GPs overwhelmed: Only telehealth available after hoursThree Rivers Medical warns of 'significant risk' to patient care due to shortages.28 Aug 05:00 PM
OpinionOpinion: Why medical training needs radical reformOPINION: Radical reform of doctor training, recruitment, remuneration is necessary.28 Aug 03:00 AM
New ZealandWaikato Hospital wait times soar to 'distressing' levelsOne woman had suspected internal bleeding and still was not seen by a doctor.27 Aug 10:32 PM
OpinionHealth NZ Commissioner: We are getting more health funding – now to ensure more valueOPINION: My focus is on making sure we get the best value for patients.25 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandHospitals, GP clinics still busy with flu: Why has it hit NZ so hard this year?One of the biggest flu seasons in years likely to drag on well into spring, doctors say.25 Aug 07:00 AM
New ZealandSt John urges public to save ambulances for emergencies as workers begin strikeUnions warn of more strikes unless the Govt increases funding for ambulance services.24 Aug 12:22 AM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand‘We didn’t know if he was going to survive’: What’s behind the rise in dog attacks?An alarming rise in dog attacks has left experts and advocates searching for answers.23 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandHealth NZ can’t cut $1.4b without eating into front line, analysis showsResearchers say underfunding - not just mismanagement - is to blame for Health NZ's woes.22 Aug 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Less claustrophobic': Whanganui Hospital invests in new MRI machine“It’s a big investment for the hospital."20 Aug 09:46 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionOpinion: How AI can revolutionise healthcare and ease pressure on doctorsOPINION: AI can transform how we diagnose, treat, and manage health conditions.20 Aug 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Extreme distress': Man trespassed from abortion clinic for the 15th timeA judge tells Paul Barnao having strongly held beliefs doesn't justify breaking the law.20 Aug 06:25 AM
New Zealand'Terrifying': Nurses working in hospital without doctors to protest with strikeThe one-hour strike shows nurses are unhappy treating patients without an on-site doctor.20 Aug 05:00 AM
New Zealand'Our EDs don’t turn people away, or close': Minister defends hospital emergency departmentThe minister defends Whangārei Hospital after it went into code black last Friday.19 Aug 12:22 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionEditorial: The win for local communities in the battle over boozeOPINION: Locals should be the ones to decide on restricting alcohol sales.18 Aug 05:00 PM
