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Peters and Codyre: Effective responses needed for mental health crises
Comment: Where we came from, why we are in a mental health crisis - and some solutions.
Series of failures identified after mental health unit death
A grieving mother is considering a police complaint over her son's suicide death.
Old and left in the cold: The troubling disconnect with our elderly
COMMENT: It's essential our extra years are spent in health and enjoyment.
Govt study aims to improve HIV and STI services
Jacinda Ardern made her announcements at the Big Gay Out.
Siblings' commitment to improving Māori health stats
The siblings channelling medical careers to slice into the health stats of Māori.
Mum's shock as daughter, 15, buys booze online
A Taupo mum said her 15-year-old daughter had no problem buying booze online.
Self-imposed isolation: Kiwi family in coronavirus quarantine
Christine Wang is ordering groceries online and relying on friends after China visit.
Things could get messy between William and Harry
COMMENT: The Princes are gearing up to pursue ambitious and identical causes.
Children at risk while DHB can't fill mental health positions
National shortage of mental health specialists curbs youth services.
'It's okay bro, we're here for you': How Great Kiwi Bake Off champ saved a friend
Trev dedicated his first cake on the Great Kiwi Bake Off to a friend. This is why.
Up to 400 affected as Healthcare NZ announce sudden slash of jobs
At least 200 jobs will go in a proposal by the healthcare giant.
Nude photos 'how young Kiwis express love' today, survey shows
Sending nude photos is "how they express love to each other".
Why 'sadfishing' is resulting in self-harm
Young users are turning to darker methods to elicit attention and sympathy online.
Police officers become our mental health first responders
COMMENT: Critical responses to mental health-related callouts have been removed.
More than a third of Kiwis don't get enough sleep
Poor sleep among more than a third of Kiwis may be a driver in NZ's poor mental health.
Six-month suspension for nurse who shared DHB's taxi chits with family, friends
Nurse suspended for six months after taking taxi vouchers meant for patients.
The Conversation: Trouble going? You're not alone
Help is available for this anxiety-based condition.
Sir Robert Martin will provide inspiration at new Whanganui programme
Lifestyle management course offers tips and support for wellbeing.
University of Auckland will not re-enrol student kicked out after suicide attempt
Student says she is at a loss at what to do next.
Kiwis' mental health issues keep ambulance service busy
St John says largest increase is from Kiwis aged 70 to 79.
'Major risk': Rundown hospitals need $14 billion fix
Most DHBs have listed major infrastructure problems as a risk to patients and staff.
'Swift, devastating, irreparable': The human cost of online witch hunts
Wilson Gavin's death was tragic – but we've ignored a critical aspect of the sad story.
Mike King shares graphic photos of motorcycle crash injuries
Mike King visually shared his journey to hospital, and thanked those who helped him.
From ill-fated waterfall leap to pro bodybuilding
Ephraim Gudjeon went from cracked vertebra to cracking professional bodybuilding's ranks.
Alleged rape victim fighting to keep her place at uni
International student is appealing the decision to terminate her enrolment.
South Korea's natural world of wellness
What sounds horrible on paper can be bizarrely relaxing when you try it.
Simon Wilson: This broken country (and the Govt that says it wants to fix it)
COMMENT: Why has Govt done so much less than promised? Simon Wilson's election challenge.
UN urges investigation into torture at NZ psychiatric facility
UN's committee has upheld a complaint from former Lake Alice patient Paul Zentveld.
Auckland uni slammed for kicking out student over mental health issues
Student told she breached enrolment conditions for not telling of her mental condition.
The problem with Jordan Peterson's advice for young men
Psychotherapist Kyle MacDonald on what's lacking from famed behavioural therapist.
'We stopped flying to save our daughter, not the planet': Greta's father speaks out
Father speaks out as Greta describes her campaigning as "medicine" for her depression.
Anthony Mundine rocked by death of young rugby league player Ziggie Vincent
Anthony Mundine pays tribute to a rare talent who died in tragic circumstances this week.
DHB commissioner nets $30,138 in seven weeks
Waikato District Health Board commissioner looks to be getting paid about $1255 a day.