Health
Govt accused of withholding info on Dunedin hospital
The government has been accused of a "blatant disregard for transparency" as unanswered questions continue to mount on Dunedin hospital.
California child is presumed positive for bird flu
A child in San Francisco who had red eyes and a fever had a probable case of H5N1 bird flu, according to the city's Department of Public Health.
Security to increase at Middlemore Hospital after attack on nurse
National chief clinical officer Richard Sullivan told RNZ "no level of violence is acceptable".
Why community volunteers will be essential for how NZ handles the arrival of bird flu
A bird flu outbreak poses a significant risk to wildlife in New Zealand but the country's conservation volunteers could provide a crucial defence line.
Patient who attempted to strangle nurse unprovoked before attack - report
A 23-year-old man has been charged with attempted strangulation.
Cancer diagnostics company's shares in trading halt
It is considering the implications of new information from US federal health insurer Medicare.
Breakthroughs in menopause treatment
Associate Professor Michelle Wise from the University of Auckland shares some of the exciting developments. Audio
Drinking coffee in the morning linked to health benefits
A world-first study into coffee drinking habits and health outcomes suggests drinking coffee in the morning, instead of all day, is linked to a healthier life. Audio
Ten New Zealand ambulances being shipped to Ukraine
Kiwi K.A.R.E, a programme run by Tenby Powell, has evacuated over 450 people from war-torn Ukraine. Audio
What's the best time of day for a coffee?
The benefits of coffee consumption on your health could depend on when you drink it, new research has found.
HMPV may be spreading in China. Here's what to know
Analysis - Five years on from the first news of Covid-19, recent reports of an obscure respiratory virus in China may understandably raise concerns.
New pest control method poisoning mating male mosquitoes
Researchers say the Toxic Male Technique could significantly reduce the threat of insect pests such as disease-carrying mosquitoes.
Latest from the Dunedin Study
University of Otago Professor Jonathan Broadbent joins Anna Thomas to share updates from the world-renowned longitudinal study into the lives of 1,000 New Zealanders. Audio
Water quality safety warning lifted for two Canterbury waterways
It's great news for swimmers, Te Whatu Ora says.
Warning from doctor caught in deepfake deception
A professor who was impersonated to sell a bogus diabetes treatment is urging the public to look out for scams.
The dentist who makes house calls to Great Barrier Island
When most visitors head to Aotea Great Barrier Island this summer it will be to enjoy the sand and surf - but for dentist Dr Michael Reardon, it's work.
What is the best diet to start your year off with? Nutrition experts weigh in
The award-winning Mediterranean diet has again been named the top of a US diet ranking system, as voted by a selection of nutrition professionals.
Calls for warning labels on alcohol may grow after US announcement
After America's top doctor said that alcoholic drinks should carry a warning about cancer risks on their label, New Zealand researchers are saying there is a need to tackle alcohol health problems.
Nurses not testing for Covid-19 due to lack of leave
An Auckland nurse says nurses have been reluctant to test for Covid-19 and take time off work amid the latest influx of cases.
US surgeon general urges cancer warnings for alcoholic drinks
The move could signal a shift towards more aggressive tobacco-style regulation for the sector.
