Health
'Stealth vaping is everywhere', new research finds
A researcher has found the design of vaping devices makes it easy to puff in secrecy.
Worries that easing of alcohol restrictions will harm vunerable
Some Aucklanders are worried that the government's proposal to ease alcohol restrictions will harm some of the poorest and most vulnerable communities. It is estimated that alcohol harm currently… Audio
Researchers target rising HIV diagnoses among Māori
A new research project will examine why Māori are less likely to access HIV prevention services.
Midday Report Essentials for Thursday 28th August 2025
In today's episode, the government has signed off on loosening alcohol restrictions; Residents of the now destroyed Loafers Lodge hostel are pained recalling the memories of the deadly fires that… Audio
Govt loosens alcohol restrictions
The government has signed off on loosening alcohol restrictions, promising fewer hurdles for bars and bottle stores, as first revealed by RNZ earlier this month via a leaked Cabinet paper. RNZ's… Audio
Morning Report Essentials for Thursday 28 August 2025
In today's episode, Meridian is eyeing fast track approval to power up its energy generation; The government is hoping its new plans to fast-track more supermarkets will help to put a lid on the cost… Audio
Warning as fewer people take up Covid boosters
Some experts say it could put the population at risk. Audio
Samoa dengue cases drop
The country's Health Ministry said cases for the week of 18-24 August had dropped by 19 percent compared to the previous week.
Pharmacy on falling rates of people getting Covid boosters
Fewer people are getting Covid boosters. Over 65s have the highest uptake with more than 70 percent having had at least one, while for those under 50, it's just 20 percent. Mangawhai Pharmacy director… Audio
Fewer people getting Covid boosters
As the Covid pandemic recedes into distant memory, fewer and fewer people are bothering to get boosters. Ruth Hill reports. Audio
Health NZ invited specific providers to join GP service, documents show
The health minister revealed plans for a 24/7 online GP service earlier this year.
LEGO pros building hospital replicas to ease fears
A group of LEGO pros are hoping to build a less stressful environment for young patients by creating brick miniatures of MRI scanners, Xray machines and waiting rooms. Audio
Could a ‘cortisol cocktail’ really reduce stress?
Rather than something you might order at a bar, this drink is one of the latest wellness trends floating around.
Carolyn Cooper says govt has no plan for ageing population
The departing Aged Care Commissioner says the government does not have a proper plan for the health of our ageing population. Audio
Huge unmet demand for hearing treatment
New research out today finds half a million people each year are not getting treatment for hearing conditions. Audio
Is peeing 'just in case' bad for you?
Do you go to the toilet when you don't really need to? Are you always telling the kids to pee before you head out?
Coroner recommends life jackets be mandatory for rock fishers
A coroner is recommending life jackets be made mandatory for anyone rock fishing. Water Safety New Zealand's Gavin Walker spoke to Corin Dann. Audio
Strong links between serious health conditions and violence or abuse - study
The study found men and women who experienced violence were more likely to be hospitalised for a range of reasons - including cancer, respiratory illness, and nervous system and digestive disorders.
Calls for Rental Warrent of Fitness for Dunedin student flats
There are calls for a Rental Warrant of Fitness to ensure student flats in North Dunedin are actually complying with Healthy Homes Standards. Since July 1, the standards set out minimum requirements… Audio
Kids need to floss, too - but how do you get them to do it?
A few tricks can do a lot to help boost motivation.
