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Public sector wages hit record high, driven by health settlement
A new report shows public sector wages rose higher than those in the private sector.
'Urgent action needed': NZ on brink of measles outbreak, say public health experts
New Zealand's immunisation rates are at their lowest in 15 years.
Terminally ill Kiwi children relying on 'luck of the draw' for palliative care
Dr Amanda Evans says paediatric palliative care must be recognised as essential.
12,000 Kiwis being contacted after personal data leak
12,000 Covid-19 vaccinators have been identified as victims of the data leak.
'Disgraceful conduct': Midwife struck off for claiming $200,000 for fake services
Sanaz Khodaverdian tried to mislead auditors by altering and creating false documents.
GP at Shane Reti’s old clinic more than $100k in the red, urges him to fix funding
'We have got to the point that we are running out of time.'
Free breast cancer screening for 69 to 74-year-olds to start within three years
Health Minister says there is "a lot to be done" before the screening age can be lifted.
Rural and primary care a focus for new medical school
'Stop contemplating" and get on with it says University of Waikato vice-chancellor.
'Significant risk': GP practice could have to reduce services due to pay equity claim
'If the funder does not act on this urgently, we are likely to need to restructure.'
'Short-sighted': Why an expert believes the disposable vape ban is not working
$10 vapes are still on the market - only now they have an added feature.
Racial slur: Te Whatu Ora nurse sacked following comment about colleague
Three of the nurse's colleagues reacted to the comment with laughing emojis.
Editorial: GP funding crisis must be solved to ensure Kiwis get the care they need
GPs say they need to lift fees as funding fails to cover costs.
GP clinic writes candid letter to patients explaining fee increase
GPs are taking out new mortgages and hiking fees as funding doesn't cover their costs.
‘Gay blood ban’ removal would triple number of blood donors, study says
NZ Blood Service is scrapping "discriminatory" rules which stop many gay men from donating
'Out of control': Numbers waiting too long for specialist appointments reach 60,000
The number of people waiting too long for surgery and treatment is also growing.
Bullied health worker says Worksafe findings were like 'having a knife twisted'
"Very poor workplace culture": 11 people reported inappropriate behaviour by the manager.
Health warning issued as fire burns in Kaipara
Residents woke to ash and soot on their cars.
Govt mulls expanding inquiry into Covid-19 response
Public consultation will begin this month on expanding the inquiry's scope.
Associate Health Minister likely confused over conflicting tobacco tax comments - PM
A leaked document indicated the NZ First MP had asked for advice on an excise tax freeze.
'Your confidence takes a hammering': Nurse speaks out about verbal abuse from patients
It comes as assaults on staff at Bay of Plenty hospitals have been rising.
'Your confidence takes a hammering': Nurse speaks out about verbal abuse from patients
She is calling for the "long-term" increase of extra security guards at hospitals.
Cot death: Baby may have been saved if Oranga Tamariki had helped with bedding, says coroner
Silongo Mafi, 3 months old, died while sharing a bed with his mother.
'Minister for the tobacco industry': Advocates slam proposed tax freeze
Former Health Minister Ayesha Verrall said Costello needed to clear the air.
Health Minister takes surgical approach to regional priorities
Shane Reti wants health decisions back to regions - not centralised bureaucracy.
What does a new Government mean for assisted dying in New Zealand?
A more conservative Cabinet may make it more difficult to broaden the law.
Briefing reveals acute risks of under-strain maternity units
A ministerial briefing, obtained by the Herald, reveals the severe pressure.
Fifth Covid wave hits new high in NZ as Govt looks at ending free RATs
OPINION: Covid-19 levels have surged to their highest levels since NZ's fifth wave began.
Waitangi Tribunal accepts urgent discussion needed on scrapping of Māori Health Authority
The decision adds to growing tension surrounding government policy affecting Māori.
'I'm in deep water': Man who sold bleach as cure for Covid-19 jailed
Roger Blake's company made more than $100,000 selling the product during the pandemic.
Vacant $50m property in central Auckland vandalised as former owners look for a new home for the disabled
The new board at Laura Fergusson Trust is now looking for a new facility in Auckland.
Health Minister gets official advice on 'appropriate expansion' of free cervical cancer testing
The 'co-payments' most women make to be screened could soon be scrapped.
Quest for a vaccine to fight rheumatic fever - a disease that kills and maims hundreds of Kiwis
The race to develop the world-first vaccine, and why it's so badly needed here.
Northland general practices beyond crisis point, doctors say
More patients will struggle to get a doctor's appointment if the situation continues.