New Zealand$100,000 penalty for surgeon over death of bypass patientA surgeon who has been the subject of several complaints about failing to properly inform patients has been ordered to pay more than $100,000 in fines and costs after the death of a patient.19 Aug 05:30 PM
New ZealandRules tightened for overseas-trained doctorsHealth authorities have tightened rules around the monitoring of overseas-trained doctors, following concerns being expressed for several years over supervision.17 Aug 11:51 PM
New ZealandCough medicine sales to be restrictedSales restrictions on some cough and cold medicines for children will come into force on May 1 next year.22 Jul 03:25 AM
WorldLooking for medical marijuana? Get in lineApproved pot growers in New Mexico are struggling to keep up with demand from the 2000 registered medical marijuana patients.20 Jul 12:10 AM
LifestyleWildlife charities upset over Elle Macpherson's 'rhino horn' commentsThe supermodel says she regrets "banter" in which she appeared to admit using a banned product made from rhino horn.08 Jul 09:15 PM
New ZealandInfection killing touristA South African tourist who came to NZ to visit family is lying near death in hospital, after suffering a rare reaction to a common infection.08 Jul 04:00 PM