Health
Brid flu confirmed in fourth shed at Mainland Poultry's Hillgrove farm in Otago
Bird flu has been confirmed in a fourth shed at Mainland Poultry's Hillgrove farm in Otago. MPI's Chief Veterinary Officer Dr Mary van Andel spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio
The long, expensive and complicated process of surrogacy
Having a baby by surrogacy in New Zealand is complicated, convoluted and costly. A bill promised to fast-track change, but progress has been anything but. Audio
Warning not to share ADHD medicine, as shortage bites
People with ADHD are being warned not to share medication, as the country is affected by a worldwide shortage.
Cancer patient's relief after restrictions removed for 'incredible' new drug
"Before, there was that balance of 'what is time worth?' And now, that's taken that stress away somewhat."
Bird flu: Third shed tests positive, more chickens to be culled
Another 80,000 of the Hillgrove farm's birds will need to be killed - doubling the total number killed.
Murder, memes and snark: A killing lays bare US healthcare frustrations
Jokes, snark, and a striking absence of sympathy have dominated public sentiment since the murder of a US health insurance executive.
Are all sunscreens created equal?
Which sunscreen offers the best protection? Are more expensive ones better?
Mayor admits community anger over Waimate's drinking water ban
Waimate's mayor says the town's drinking water problems are frustrating, but also will be difficult to solve quickly. Audio
Survey reveals many food allergic reactions on flights go unreported
Almost 70 percent of survey respondents from Australia and New Zealand reported flying with a food allergy adds "a lot" of anxiety to their experience.
Waimate District Mayor speaks on 'do not drink' water notices
Around 650 households in the Canterbury town of Waimate are still under a "do not drink' notice - after nitrate levels exceeded the acceptable levels of 50 milligrams per litre of water. Unsafe levels… Audio
New whooping cough cases almost double in a week
The latest figures from ESR show 156 new cases were reported last week, up from 80.
Light the way
New research has shown that poor lighting in rest homes contributes to falls. Audio
A legacy in birth care
Jesse's first guest has lost count of the number of babies she's delivered. Audio
Pharmac funds new cancer, RSV, COPD treatments
A breast cancer drug - which keeps the disease stable for up to four times longer than the previous treatment - will be publicly funded from next month.
Border checks announced after whooping cough outbreaks
The Cook Islands has announced border checks in response to whooping cough cases in the wider region.
School blindsided by news drinking water off limits
Principal Kate Mansfield is still waiting on formal notification from the council about the nitrate levels. Audio
Health staff not to blame for death, review finds
A review into the death of Filipino carpenter Leonides Lozano, 51, at Te Rau Kawakawa/Buller Hospital in July has found no fault with hospital staff.
'No apology' from Verrall after clash with Health Commissioner
The Labour MP accused Lester Levy of "cooking the books" during a Select Committee.
Māori, rural children at greater risk of severe paediatric appendicitis
Rural kids suffer severe appendicitis four times the rate of those in urban areas, and Māori children double the rate than non-Māori. Audio
Midday Report Essentials for Thursday 5 December 2024
In today's episode, a scrub fire burning at Bridge Hill in Canterbury has grown to 140 hectares in size, with State Highway 73 now closed between Castle Hill and Arthur's Pass, Police are… Audio