Health

Free support service for victims of trauma

Manaaki Tāngata Victim Support is here 24/7 for people directly affected by crime, suicide and traumatic events, including their whānau and witnesses. 'Manaaki... Read More

Research shows incontinence affecting NZ women

More than 40 per cent of New Zealand women have problems with incontinence, according to new research. Otago University Professor Jean Hay-Smith, co-author... Read More

Auckland Harbour Bridge to light up

If you're passing the Harbour Bridge today after 6pm, you might notice the green and gold lighting design. International Paramedics Day, launched in 2022,... Read More

Māori health providers face future

Māori health providers are 'holding tight to each other”'after the Te Aka Whai Ora Māori Health Authority came to an abrupt end after two years of... Read More

Al’Fez branded tahini recall by NZ Food Safety

New Zealand Food Safety is supporting AB World Foods Pty Limited in its recall of Al'Fez branded tahini due to the possible presence of Salmonella. Products... Read More

Terminator fundraiser for ambulance service

In an event that promises to be both entertaining and meaningful, a special fundraiser will be held providing an opportunity for the Mercury Bay community to... Read More

Mental health and addiction targets welcomed

The announcement of targets to address wait times and workforce pressures across the mental health and addiction system has been welcomed by the Mental Health... Read More

Covid sick leave for health workers set to go

Health New Zealand is scrapping Covid-19 sick leave for health workers from next week, despite the recent spike in cases and deaths. From July 14, doctors,... Read More

Kiwi genetic technologies in food production

New Zealanders are cautiously open to the use of genetic technologies in the country's food production systems, according to new research. More than a third... Read More

Hit-and-run victim to run across Australia and US

An ultra-runner - and hit-and-run survivor - is believed to be the first Kiwi to run across Australia and America. Nick Ashill has just completed an almost... Read More

Health and wellbeing program for BOP youth

A programme aimed at equipping youth with the tools to care for their mental and physical wellbeing is returning to schools for Term 3. The Zespri Young and... Read More

Brain cancer diagnosis throws teacher in limbo

Maia Hendrix is playing a waiting game after a regimen of radiotherapy and chemotherapy for her brain cancer. The Bay of Plenty woman has been diagnosed with... Read More