New ZealandFocus Live: More medicines and vaccines with $160m Budget health boostThe Government will bolster Pharmac's budget by an extra $160 million to ensure NZ has access to more medicines and vaccines.Watch09 May 11:18 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandWhat does our Covid-19 reaction say about how we could respond to legal euthanasia?"Covid-19 has uncovered the reality of how truly we care about the vulnerable."07 May 01:45 AM
World'Recovered' patients may have virus deep in their lungsResidual virus found in the lungs of a patient who tested negative three times.30 Apr 08:28 AM
New ZealandPharmac won't fund spinal muscular atrophy SpinrazaFunding for Spinraza, drug to help prolong the lives of SMA babies, given lower priority.23 Apr 10:20 PM
New ZealandGPs have funding pulled just as they're bracing for 'tsunami' post-lockdownSecond wave of funding to GPS blocked as they prepare for a tsunami of patients.21 Apr 06:30 PM
New ZealandCanned oxygen business' 'risky' claims product could help fight Covid-19Professor says oxygen use can actually damage the lungs, rather than help.20 Apr 03:19 AM
New Zealand'We are holding our breath': Doctor warns of 'serious catch-up' after Covid crisisA man who had a heart attack delayed going to ED because he didn't want to be a burden.18 Apr 11:43 PM
WorldRacing to be the first to crack the Covid-19 codeFirst Bletchley Park, now a new generation of code-breakers are deciphering coronavirus.18 Apr 09:38 PM
WorldCovid-19: Some turn to herbal medicineWith no approved drugs for Covid-19, some people are turning to alternative medicines.17 Apr 02:26 AM
New ZealandNZ needs its own Covid-19 vaccine programme, scientists sayVaccines made overseas could be hard to source if other countries hoard supplies.14 Apr 06:43 PM
WorldTrump mocked for 'brilliant germ' and antibiotics commentTrump has been mercilessly mocked online for his weird coronavirus ramble.11 Apr 08:41 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandThe New New Zealanders: How our lives will change after a time of coronavirusSome of the change we face in the next year will be tough. Some will be lovely.11 Apr 05:00 PM
WorldWhy the race for a vaccine is as much about politics as it is scienceThe dash for a Covid-19 vaccine is dominated by private-sector companies.10 Apr 11:46 PM
New Zealand'Wild West': Armed guards protect PPE to get it to NZOne supplier is bringing 500 tonnes of PPE to New Zealand on five chartered flights.09 Apr 01:27 AM
New ZealandBig Read: Coronavirus v the incredible human immune systemHow does our dazzlingly clever immune system confront coronavirus? Jamie Morton explains.06 Apr 06:51 AM
New ZealandCoronavirus: Two new infection clusters as cases climb past 1000There are now 12 significant clusters of Covid-19 in New Zealand and 1039 total cases.05 Apr 03:03 AM
New ZealandAntidepressant in short supply as pandemic holds up shipmentFluoxetine is in short supply after shipment from India held up by Covid-19.03 Apr 07:47 PM
New ZealandArrogant or unintentional: David Clark's slip-upRiders, cyclists, docs torn over Health Minister David Clark's flouting of lockdown rules.03 Apr 02:30 AM
New ZealandCoronavirus: Struggling GPs handed financial lifelineSome general practices had warned they would go out of business this week.31 Mar 06:16 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandVirus threat: 'Madness' for cancer sufferer, and a plea to Jacinda ArdernJacinda Ardern is being asked to open access to drugs Pharmac won't pay for.31 Mar 05:31 AM
New Zealand'We are risking our lives to save others': Hospital staff rally for better PPEHealth care workers express major concerns with Ministry of Health's PPE guidelines.30 Mar 09:45 PM
New ZealandFlu, measles jabs still crucial during lockdown: 'We do not want to see measles coming back'Vaccination is a priority even during lockdown, immunisation expert says.30 Mar 07:10 PM
New Zealand'Desperate' GPs struggle to stay afloat as Covid-19 costs spiralSome GPs need help immediately or they'll be forced to close, member organisation says.29 Mar 03:28 AM
New ZealandCovid 19 coronavirus: 2500 health professionals sign up to combat virusDoctors, nurses, midwives and lab technicians - the Government wants you.27 Mar 03:51 AM
WorldCould chloroquine treat coronavirus?A medicinal chemist answers questions about chloroquine and hydroxychloroquine.26 Mar 11:08 PM
New ZealandProfessor Shaun Hendy on a Covid-19 vaccineProfessor Shaun Hendy explains why it may take a year to create a Covid-19 vaccine that is safe and of which there is enough for all. Audio / Newstalk ZBWatch26 Mar 08:36 PM
New ZealandCovid 19 coronavirus: Stockpiling of medicines putting 'major strain' on suppliesShortage of birth control pills - unrelated to Covid-19 - is also affecting New Zealand.26 Mar 02:23 AM
New ZealandPharmacies struggling as Coronavirus alert level 3 announcedPharmacies are struggling as people rush in to collect their prescriptions.23 Mar 04:15 AM
New ZealandNZ scientists to trial drug on Kiwi patients to combat coronavirusAnti-viral agents for HIV and malaria may offer a "bridge" until Covid-19 vaccine arrives.20 Mar 05:17 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandDo more, say Nats, as New Zealand ramps up virus testsVirus test delays in the provinces as the National Party demands more be done.20 Mar 03:16 AM
New Zealand'We are facing the biggest crisis of our time': Urgent calls for retired medical staff to step upOfficial campaign to find the workforce needed is due to launch on Saturday.20 Mar 03:00 AM
WorldCoronavirus cure hope: 79yo successfully treated with experimental drugThe drug, remdesivir, was first developed by US drug firm Gilead to treat Ebola.19 Mar 11:04 PM
New ZealandCoronavirus: Take paracetamol, not ibuprofen, WHO warnsThe WHO investigating after reports the anti-inflammatory could make symptoms worse.17 Mar 06:36 PM
New ZealandHospitals look to cut elective surgery, convert theatres to ICUsAnaesthetic machines in theatres could be used as life support for coronavirus victims.17 Mar 05:40 PM
