New scheme to oversee safe-staffing levels in public hospitals

Higher than expected patient numbers and reduced savings behind $6.8m deficit.

"In the ED environment, maybe we're going to have to have policemen on site."

They say it's a testament to the work they've put into contingency plans for the strike.

"We thought 'it's an accident waiting to happen'" - residents' view of big party.

A ward at Middlemore Hospital will contain an extra 30 beds to curb the winter rush.

More than 600,000 New Zealanders have donated blood in the last 20 years.

Three young female doctors speak about the harassment they've experienced on the job.

Sexual harassment is rife in the medical profession, female doctors and union say.

More than 100 cases of abuse were recorded on hospital staff in a month.

Details of Sir Ray Avery's plan to save one million babies.

Sir Ray Avery calls on New Zealand to help with plan to save one million babies.

Documents released reveal then-health minister knew extent of leaky DHB buildings in 2012.

Nurses say they are "distressed" and "disappointed" with latest pay offer.

But the union is pleased with the panel's recommendations around staffing.

Expert seismic assessment shows building only at 20 per cent of New Building Standard.

A change in birth practice could save premature Kiwi babies.

Responses to: funding to fix building issues, cheaper doctor visits and midwives pay boost

Robertson points to more for KiwiBuild and Green Investment Fund in Budget.

"These men are linked to the Hell's Angels gang ... and should not be approached."

We may be facing a bad winter for flu viruses and growing asthma problems.

Destiny Church founder Brian Tamaki has been recovering from a rubbish fire gone wrong.

DHBs must develop a contingency plan to ensure life-preserving services continue.

Nurses say a "safe environment for both patients and nurses" at the top of their agenda.

Spread of superbug at Middlemore Hospital exposed flaws in MoH's emergency plan.

Air Wanganui flies celebrities around NZ as well as providing a vital health service.

COMMENT: Middlemore gives the Govt a good excuse of a tight budget but don't buy its myth.

The breach was a "very serious departure from fundamental ethical and legal standards".

Former Health Minister in social media stoush with former DHB chairwoman.

The technology has the potential to bring $50 million per year to the New Zealand economy.