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Measles outbreak could have been avoided, a damning Ministry of Health report reveals.
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Staff failed to keep the man safe and "had many opportunities arose to do so", HDC finds.
Health officials set up 0800 number for those in self-isolation
A dedicated coronavirus Healthline phone number has been set up in New Zealand.
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Chicken, noodles, vegetables and fruit were part of a "delicious" lunch served.
Coronavirus: Wuhan evacuees 'living in vans'
Recreational vehicles (RVs) are being used to house returnees, MOH says.
Coronavirus: 'No Asian doctor' request at Auckland Hospital
'There's definitely a lot of total ignorance out there with regards to this virus.'
Focus: Coronavirus evacuees ‘very relieved’ to be home after Air NZ rescue flight from Wuhan
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Customs open eGates to travellers from Australia, Singapore and US
Customs says "robust" screen processes overseas means there is no health risk.
Government-chartered Air NZ flight due to land in Wuhan tonight
The flight will land in Wuhan at midnight and be back in Auckland on Wednesday afternoon.
Inside Flight 6001: The bold mission to rescue Kiwis in coronavirus epicentre
Aircraft left Auckland overnight and is due in Hong Kong in a few hours.
Coronavirus rescue mission: Kiwis, Aussies to be evacuated tonight
The virus has so far claimed more than 360 lives and infected thousands more.
More people in NZ tested for coronavirus
The evacuation flight plane rescuing Kiwis trapped in China will carry 300 passengers.
Focus Live: Dr Siouxsie Wiles answers your questions about coronavirus
Focus Live: Infectious diseases expert Dr Siouxsie Wiles answers your questions about coronavirus transmission, risk in NZ, masks and what you can do to prevent infection.
Coronavirus: China flights arriving despite traveller ban; eGates closed
Military training base in north Auckland is being turned into a quarantine centre.
Coronavirus ban: NZ blocks travellers from China from today
What you need to know about the travel restrictions that take effect from Monday.
NZ patient in isolation tests negative for coronavirus
New Zealanders should remain vigilant, Ministry of health says
Kiwi Airbnb hosts turn away Chinese guests amid coronavirus fears
One host asked if it would be seen as discrimination to cancel only guests from China.
Editorial: Coronavirus outbreak needs informed, serious response
Editorial: Face masks provide no protection, according to the Director-General of Health.
'Life is tough': When home carer 'lifeline' fails
"The mismanagement in the system is absolutely horrendous," Grey Power says.
Live: Air NZ plane chartered to assist in getting Kiwis out of Wuhan
There's a high likelihood the coronavirus will reach New Zealand's shores.
$9.4m for Hutt maternity services 'not a magic bullet'
The money will go towards improving the Hutt's maternity services and facilities.
Coronavirus sparks racism: 'Send all the Chinese back to where they came from'
'Everyone's bound to be a bit frightened but that's no excuse to be racist.'
Coronavirus: Student in isolation at Auckland Hospital, Govt plans evacuation
A student is in isolation at Auckland Hospital awaiting coronavirus test results.
Vodka baby: Twin brother caught up in viral video
Mana Fifita says he hopes his brother learned a lesson about the power of social media.
Letters: Health practices shrouded
The Ministry of Health appears culpable for careless or incompetent procedures.
Coronavirus warning to NZ schools: Keep students away for 14 days
Any at-risk children or teachers should stay away for 14 days.
Queenstown hotel takes to social media to deny coronavirus case
'Please note that these rumours are unfounded and untrue', the hotel said.
'Help us': Kiwi stranded in coronavirus-hit Wuhan
The virus has already claimed around 60 lives and infected thousands more.
Disabled teen gets $4 a day for food
A disabled teenager gets less funding for food than a prisoner in police cells overnight.
Auckland principal on vaping: 'It's a huge concern for us'
"Literally every interval we are confiscating vapes. It's a huge concern," principal says.
Sarah Dalton: Health boards are underfunded and overworked
Comment: Why are successive governments okay with NZ's low health spend?
Disabled woman left without home help over Christmas break
Her assigned days fell on public holidays.
'Major risk': Rundown hospitals need $14 billion fix
Most DHBs have listed major infrastructure problems as a risk to patients and staff.
How a 'quick, cheap and safe' test can save babies' lives
"We know this programme will save lives," baby expert says.