Breast cancer sufferer devastated Govt won't fund 'wonder drug'
Blow for stage four breast cancer sufferers as Pharmac decides not to fund Ibrance.
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Rachel Paine must stay in Australia to keep getting a life-saving drug.
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Julia McNicol who is battling a rare skin cancer will pay $83,000 for treatment.
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Period poverty: 'It's time to break down the taboo subject'
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More than 800,000 people stripped of funeral insurance
"Premium affordability is a concern for our members," says insurer.
Breast cancer petitioners urge Pharmac review
Health Minister David Clark has asked for advice on an early access scheme.
Cancer drug brings Kiwi woman 'back from the dead'
A miracle drug has given a friend new life. Others need it too, writes Dawn Picken.
Breast cancer funding: 'More important than prolonging an erection'
The women are presenting a petition with at least 32,000 signatures to Parliament.
Buying time: Breast cancer patients fighting for drugs
Cancer patients describe what extra time would mean to them.
Cheaper adrenaline injectors create buzz
Allergy NZ CEO says generic adrenaline auto-injectors could make them more affordable.
Concerns over 'relaxed response' to swine flu
Seven people have contracted swine flu at hospital's acute adult mental health unit.
Sir John Key puts up Hawaii home to help top Auckland cop
More than $40,000 was raised for Auckland cop Sarah Cato at a fundraising event.
Rise of the drugs: Anxious, sleep-deprived Kiwis turning to anti-psychotic pills
Drugs designed for treating psychosis are being used in NZ for sleep or anxiety.
MS patient tells of stress of meeting Pharmac criteria
MS sufferer fears his livelihood will stop when he can't access MS drug anymore.
MS sufferers missing out on life-enhancing drugs
Expert claims Pharmac is basing its funding for MS drugs on its budget, not evidence.
Former Labour minister to chair Pharmac
After eight years, it's time to refresh the Pharmac board, Health Minister says.
Cancer-fighting cop inching closer to fundraising goal
Detective Sarah Cato is still fundraising for treatment for her incurable cancer.
Shortage of large condoms fuels 'worrying concern'
Pregnancy Help warns of spillage or bursting with wrong-sized condom use.
Women denied access to cancer drugs feel 'brushed aside'
Women with incurable cancer speak about being blocked from a drug that could help.
Pharmac urged to fund cancer drug for all
Pharmac urged to change funding for drug for women with incurable breast cancer.
New Zealand running out of shingles vaccine
Over 180,000 Kiwis aged 65 to 80 vaccinated since no-charge policy kicked in on April 1.
Cancer-fighting cop starts treatment
Cancer-fighting Auckland detective Sarah Cato has started treatment to lengthen her life.
Depression drugs hard to quit: Study
More than half of people who took antidepressants reported withdrawal symptoms.
Almost $30,000 for officer fighting cancer
Almost $30,000 has been donated towards cancer treatment for a West Auckland detective.
Cop calls on Kiwis to help fund cancer treatment
An Auckland cop battling incurable cancer is trying to raise $130K for treatment.
DHBs turn over medicines budgets to Pharmac
Pharmac takes over DHB medicines budgets to increase buying power for drugs.
Pharmac 'protected in trade deals' after Trump threats
Ardern responds to Trump's speech suggesting US eyeing Trans-Pacific trade talks again.
Jolie-linked gene mutation focus of NZ cancer study
High-risk genetic mutation made famous by Angelina Jolie focus of major NZ cancer study.
Dying dad bypasses Pharmac, buys drugs from India 'to stay alive'
With a prescription and the right contacts, Baden Ngan Kee bought himself an extra year.
Large condom shortage after 'supply issue' with Durex Confidence brand
Large-girthed men may have to practice abstinence till May thanks to a condom shortage.
Young Jai's life made better with costly oil
Two-year-old Jai Anstis has spent half his life enduring multiple seizures every day.