New ZealandHundreds of 'serious events' at hospitalsA newborn died in a waterbirth and another mother died from blood loss after the delivery of her baby, according to a new report on 'serious' events in NZ hospitals.30 Oct 05:24 AM
OpinionDita De Boni: Quick nurse, more money for carersIt's amazing to think that after all the years of talking, reporting and issuing of statements, New Zealand stands completely unprepared for its own 'retirement'.29 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandKiwi doctors get strict Ebola reminderThe Medical Council of New Zealand has issued an edict to the country's district health boards reminding doctors of their obligation to treat any Ebola patients.29 Oct 04:00 PM
New Zealand'Granny dumping' at hospitalsElderly people with minor ailments are being "conveniently" left at hospital over Labour Weekend by "granny-dumping" families heading away on holiday, a doctor says.26 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandMystery over twin's growthDespite being born only two minutes apart, Axel is considerably smaller than his twin brother, and has a raft of significant health problems to boot.24 Oct 05:00 PM
New ZealandAll Black shows off artistic side for StarshipAll Black Keven Mealamu is not only a star on the rugby field - he has also made his mark in the realm of children's books, helping to illustrate a story that will help raise funds for Starship children's hospital.22 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandStarship help... then hopeWhen Sarah Morrell had operations to place screws, rods and plates into her bones at Starship, there was no way of treating the rare underlying genetic cause of her troubled skeleton.21 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandRippa rugby lover had a rocky startRiley Ross was born with heart defects that would have killed him had they not been detected in a pregnancy scan and later corrected at Starship, his mother says.14 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandNorthland rolls out free GP visitsNorthland has become the first region to roll out free healthcare for kids aged between 6 and 12 years old - a move that's delighted families.13 Oct 08:29 PM
New Zealand20 million hacking triesPolice are investigating after attempts were allegedly made to hack a nationwide patient database.19 Sep 09:30 PM
New ZealandHarre defends 'legalise' callInternet Party leader Laila Harre is standing by her policy to decriminalise cannabis following the publication of a study highlighting the damaging effects of regular use on young people.10 Sep 05:00 PM
LifestyleHopes pinned to $150k drugYoung Aucklander Sally Xu will die soon unless she can raise $150,000 for a new cancer medicine.31 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandPatient dies after GP 'forgot' cancerA doctor could face legal action after he "completely forgot" to tell a patient, who later died, that it was likely she had breast cancer.25 Aug 10:00 PM
LifestyleBreakthrough offers hope for diabeticsA cure for diabetes is a step closer after scientists found what they believe is the root cause of the disease.24 Aug 05:00 PM
WorldFirst Africans to get drugASpanish priest became the first European to die of the Ebola virus yesterday, as the World Health Organisation authorised the use of experimental drugs to fight it.13 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandSanitiser trial fails to cut illnessInstalling alcohol-based hand sanitiser dispensers in classrooms may not mean fewer sick days for kids, a New Zealand study has suggested.12 Aug 05:00 PM
OpinionEditorial: Free doctors visits unfair on taxpaying generationWhen policymakers in the modern world worry about the cost to future taxpayers of ageing populations, pensions are only part of it - healthcare also contributes to the bill.11 Aug 05:30 PM
New ZealandJustice seen at last: MumA mother whose botched delivery of her baby daughter led to a midwife being criticised says she has finally seen justice served for the little girl.06 Aug 05:00 PM
AirlinesConcerns boost private jetsFear of Ebola and global instability have helped boost interest in corporate jet travel.05 Aug 05:00 PM
LifestyleMidwife's 'unwise' decisionA maternity unit midwife held a partly born baby's umbilical cord to keep it warm during an emergency ambulance ride to hospital.04 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandStudent eye checks after shock testsA global charity will test children's eyes in low-income parts of New Zealand after an tests found 63 per cent of children at an Auckland primary school needed full examinations.04 Aug 05:00 PM
OpinionBrian GaynorBrian Gaynor: Takeover targets need a long-term viewThe healthcare sector was in the headlines this week with Abano Healthcare's profit announcement, a takeover offer for Acurity Health and Green Cross Health's annual meeting.01 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandLion Heart: Amber-Rose GailerWhat does it take to save a baby's life? Suzanne McFadden traces the incredible story of a baby's will to live.01 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandNZ plans for ebola outbreakNew Zealand health experts are making contingency plans to manage the ebola virus in case the deadly disease arrives from West Africa.30 Jul 06:00 PM
LifestyleExpert urges fresh look at flu fightA flu vaccine expert is calling for new vaccines and strategies to combat influenza after her research group found New Zealand's current vaccine was poor protection.28 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandGood and bad of hospital foodReaders shared their experiences with Hospital food across the country after the Weekend Herald reported on planned cost-cutting measures.27 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandFlu surge hits hospitalsAn Auckland hospital has started putting off elective surgery after it was swamped with acutely unwell patients causing a shortage of beds.22 Jul 06:05 PM
New ZealandGovt lags on some targetsThe Government is falling short of key targets it set itself for reducing child abuse and rheumatic fever.21 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandNurse who punched patient lacked skillA nurse who punched a patient failed to provide care and skill, a Health Commissioner has found.21 Jul 08:42 AM
New ZealandCall-backs let emergencies get missedA St John Ambulance trial in which nurses call people back to assess their condition before sending an ambulance is being criticised by patients.14 Jul 05:00 PM
WorldLab mixes up potent flu strainA US government laboratory mistakenly mixed a common flu strain with a dangerous and deadly type of bird flu and shipped it to another lab.11 Jul 08:32 PM
LifestyleThe list: 10 weird illnessesWe take a look at 10 illnesses most people have probably never come across, according to the National Organization for Rare Disorders (NORD).08 Jul 03:35 AM
LifestyleGroup fights for free 3rd IVF cycleA fertility support group is calling for a change in government in vitro fertilisation funding so couples can get a third cycle free.07 Jul 05:00 PM
