Health
Medicinal cannabis user worried about new drug-driving laws
A survivor of abuse in state care is worried new drug-driving laws mean he could be banned from taking the wheel due to his use of medicinal cannabis. Toni Jarvis says he uses prescribed products to… Audio
Failed lip flip leaves woman with smile she hates
The Health and Disability Commissioner says a doctor and nurse at a beauty clinic didn't act quickly enough when symptoms arose indicating blood supply was cut off.
How to build houses with dementia in mind
Dementia affects tens of thousands of New Zealanders and often means they have to leave their homes and move into residential care. Audio
Mental Health Foundation wants police withdrawl from callouts halted
The plan is expected to be released later in the week. Audio
Thrift Season 4 Trailer
Thrift is back! We've got a bunch of new tips from free fitness hacks to how to make your own cleaning products. We find out how to get the best from our vege boxes and visit a clothing swap where… Audio
Mum recalls 'horrendous aftermath' of dog attack on son
The Auckland mum is sharing her story as part of Dog Bite Prevention Week.
Man can't get scan to diagnose cause of constant pain
Blake Forbes, 26, is battling at-times severe pain that is threatening to make him bed-bound. Audio
Man with cerebral palsy living with pain due to staff shortages
An Upper Hutt man with cerebral palsy says his specialist has been unable to diagnose the cause of his debilitating foot pain because he can't order the diagnostic scans he needs. Ruth Hill reports. Audio
Waikato medical school needs to go back to tender process - Greens
The Greens are urging the government to go back and carry out a competitive tender process as Cabinet considers whether to push ahead with a new Waikato medical school.
Young GPs supporting each other, to strengthen GP ownership
Dr Richard Lowe is a young doctor aiming to strengthen GP-ownership in New Zealand Audio
Texas records second measles-related death amid outbreak
A second child with measles has died in Texas where hundreds of cases of the disease have been recorded in recent weeks.
Research fund provides valuable step in medical research pathway
Government funds often prioritise established researchers, but untried testing can still prove their concepts.
Is daylight saving really bad for us?
Feeling jet lagged today? There's a reason for that, Professor Erik Herzog tells Sunday Morning. Audio
New hospital technology a world first
A world-first mass spectrometer will improve testing services for people throughout Aotearoa.
Do we need to wash the soles of our feet?
Dermatologist Dr Louise Reiche joins Jim to discuss the art and the benefits of washing our feet. Audio
Is daylight saving bad for us?
Professor Erik Herzog says scientists, physicians, and medical societies agree that permanent standard time is better for humanity. He joins Jim to explain why. Audio
'Unsafe working environment': Complaint reveals hospital staff's fears
Severe assaults resulting in a large number of injuries have left staff in a Dunedin Hospital ward fearing for their safety, a complaint to WorkSafe alleges.
Flu season comes early as record high cases sparks warning
A public health adviser says the winter flu season appears to be kicking off early, as cases spike across the Tasman.
Nurse Dean Cowles
Dean Cowles is Southern Cross Healthcare's National Nursing Adviser Maori Affairs who's work looks at Te Tiriti o Waitangi in Healthcare, inequities in Maori health and cultural awareness and safety… Audio
More funding for gold standard diabetes tech
Every day our bodies automatically makes hundreds of decisions that we are completely unaware of. But for those suffering from diabetes, it's a different story. Audio
