A renowned Kiwi scientist's research could point the way to bio-engineering new kidneys.

The drugs provide life-changing treatment to those with hepatitis C and haemophilia.

Steph Aston has been diagnosed with a life-threatening disease - but she can't get help.

Factitious disorder label damaging for Ehlers-Danlos syndrome patients who need treatment.

Doctors were left "astonished" when a man coughed up a perfect cast of one of his lungs.

The surprising lack of awareness about HIV. Made with funding from NZ On Air.

Changes introduced to bill after talks between Government partners.

Whanganui pharmacy raises alarm on stock

Nine month delay for crucial heart scan. "It only takes that long to have a baby."

Health board suspects meningococcal claims penned by a senior doctor.

Doctor was at Japanese restaurant when emergency call about meningococcal case came.

In NZ, drugs for the treatment of erectile dysfunction is the most common type seized.

A new coroner's inquiry into the death of an Auckland student from meningococcal disease.

New treatment could offer 10 months' extra life for women with aggressive breast cancer.

Previous blood-testing procedures could take one to two hours to reveal the risk level.

COMMENT: Tramadol is not a drug that you want to muck around with.

Teens taking a prescribed antidepressant has increased by 50 per cent over five years.

A new arrival card will come into effect on October 1.

Scholarships mark outstanding academic ability, leadership potential, integrity and vision

Concerns flagged over overseas teleradiological doctors not requiring registration in NZ.

A breakthrough has revealed the condition that's plagued Rebecca Clough for 19 years. Credit: Aotearoa Science Agency

Blood transfusions given to older heart surgery patients could do more harm than good.

A doctor in Texas has sparked outrage over his comments about female colleagues.

Drug delivery device aims to restore movement and give back a quality of life.

MS sufferer fears his livelihood will stop when he can't access MS drug anymore.

Expert claims Pharmac is basing its funding for MS drugs on its budget, not evidence.

COMMENT: Research could be a life-saver for those needing transplants.

A panel including actress Lucy Lawless are pushing the benefits of medicinal cannabis.

After the call from the hospital, Karin Kinny needed to get to the hospital, fast.

Potential benefits need to be weighed against the arguments for potential risks.