Health
Kiwi achieves record feat of running length of Aotearoa - twice
Stefan Ozich set out on the 114-day journey in memory of his brother.
Palmerston North Hospital to restart regular colonoscopy check-ups
Last month, Te Whatu Ora MidCentral said it would prioritise symptomatic people and those in the National Bowel Screening programme.
Clinical psychologist Julia Rucklidge on forgiveness
Professor Julia Rucklidge, a clinical psychologist, is the Director of Te Puna Toiora, the Mental Health and Nutrition Research Lab at the University of Canterbury. On this episode of On The Couch… Audio
New podcast exploring concussions in rugby
'Echoes of Impact' from AUT features former All Blacks Frank Bunce and Conrad Smith, along with a range of academics weighing in on the science behind concussions and minor traumatic brain injuries. Audio
Samosa seller's shoddy safety records end in hefty fine
The company was visited several times and told what was required, but it deliberately failed to act.
GP concerned about government-funded vaping kits
General Practitioners Aotearoa is concerned the government is funding the products without robust scientific evidence and could cause more harm than good.
Clinical psychologist Julia Rucklidge gives mental health hacks
Professor Julia Rucklidge, a clinical psychologist, is the Director of Te Puna Toiora, the Mental Health and Nutrition Research Lab at the University of Canterbury. Today Julia Rucklidge gives Tony… Audio
All about allergies with Mark Dixon
Allergy NZ CEO Mark Dixon joins Anna Thomas to answer all your itchy, sneezy, stuffy questions. Audio
On the Couch with Julia Rucklidge: How to Fight Your Inner Critic
Professor Julia Rucklidge, a clinical psychologist, is the Director of Te Puna Toiora, the Mental Health and Nutrition Research Lab at the University of Canterbury. Today Julia is sitting down with… Audio
New Zealand develops smallest brain implant ever
The neural implant, which monitors brain pressure in those living with a serious and potentially fatal condition, is a world first.
Morning Report Essentials for Monday 20 January 2025
On today's episode, Dr Shane Reti has lost his health portfolio in a major cabinet reshuffle by Prime Minister Christopher Luxon. Simeon Brown will take over as Health Minister, Israel says three… Audio
Cabinet reshuffle little comfort to delay-hit patients - health advocates
New Health Minister Simeon Brown may be hamstrung in how much he can change, as cuts to the health system are "writ in stone", union head says. Audio
Public Health advocates on new health minister
Public health advocates say a change of Minister will come as little comfort to people waiting too long for health care, or not being treated at all. Bill Hickman has more. Audio
Mums, babies woken by drilling as hospital construction rolls on
"It honestly just sounded like they were dropping metal pipes on the ceiling above my room and it went on for a good hour."
Expectant parents in Wellington warned about construction work
Expectant parents are being warned about disruption at Wellington Hospital as work to replace its faulty copper pipes progresses. Political reporter Anneke Smith has more. Audio
NZ Nurses Organisation on new minister of health
Dr Shane Reti has been given the boot from the health portfolio in a big reshuffle by the Prime Minister. New Zealand Nurses Organisation Chief Executive Paul Goulter spoke to Alexa Cook. Audio
First term MP James Meager given three portfolios
The Rangitata MP James Meager will be working outside of cabinet as Minister for the South Island, Hunting and Fishing, Youth and Associate Minister of Transport. Meager spoke to Alexa Cook. Audio
Cabinet reshuffle: Simeon Brown takes over Shane Reti's health portfolio
Prime Minister Christopher Luxon has announced a Cabinet reshuffle.
Shane Reti expected to lose health portfolio in reshuffle
The Prime Minister is rearranging his team ahead of their first caucus meeting on Tuesday.
Music therapy helps girl navigate neurodivergent life
Kiara tried many things to help her navigate a neurodivergent life, but her parents found she flourished the most with her weekly music therapy sessions.
