Health
Doctors call for NZ to ditch 'outdated' endometriosis guidelines
Advocates are pushing for the adoption of latest Australian guidelines instead.
Should I limit how much fruit my child eats because it contains sugar?
Parents are often told fruit is 'bad', because it contains sugar, prompting concerns about how much they should allow their child to eat.
Could microbes help unlock the mystery of dementia?
A hidden world of bacteria and fungi could play a role in neurodegenerative diseases like Alzheimer's. Audio
Dr Stephen Best: Can we throw away our specs?
Ophthalmologist Stephen Best is with Jim to talk about the latest 'cure' for poor eyesight being touted on social media. Audio
Iwi Māori Partnership Boards object to Pae Ora Act changes
A national hui in Taranaki brought all 15 boards together for the first time since their establishment in 2022.
Why is sleep sometimes not restful?
The University of Otago has conducted world-first research that could reveal how these patterns affect health, mood, and sleep. Audio
Defying Ageism: Dr Kiran Rabheru
In 2021 the WHO considered classifing old age as a disease. Someone who challenged that classification is geriatric psychiatrist, Dr Kiran Rabheru. Audio
Pacific health systems 'stretched' amid dengue outbreak - WHO
Dengue cases in the Pacific are at their highest level in almost a decade, with Samoa particularly affected with more than 2000 cases reported and multiple deaths since an outbreak was declared in… Audio
Aged care sector needs sweeping reform, woman with elderly parents says
A woman has moved her elderly parents out of multiple rehab and respite facilities because of serious concerns.
Thousands giving up Medic Alert bracelets in cost of living crunch
More of the bracelets would be "a no-brainer" due to the millions they saved the health system, the Medic Alert Foundation says. Audio
Investigating the risks of following 'wellness' influencers
Global wellness is now a multi-billion dollar industry - but how do we know if we're being sold something that's sound - or snake oil? Audio
Morning Report Essentials for Friday 8 August 2025
In today's episode, research by the University of Otago shows many New Zealand GPs are already using AI to record and write up patient notes; Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has convened a… Audio
Cost of living pressures hits medic alert bracelets membership
The healthcare service, Medic Alert, estimates up to 9,000 New Zealanders are letting their membership lapse due to the cost of living pressures. Susie talks to the CEO of the Medic Alert Foundation… Audio
Lithium could be a key to protecting brains from Alzheimer's
In a major new finding almost a decade in the making, researchers say they've found a key that may unlock many of the mysteries of the disease and brain ageing.
Artificial intelligence saves doctors time, but makes mistakes - study
Of nearly 200 health professionals surveyed, 40 percent used AI for patient notes. Audio
GPs using AI to record and write patient notes
Research by the University of Otago shows many New Zealand GPs are already using AI to record and write up patient notes. Lead researcher and bioethicist Professor Angela Ballantyne spoke to Ingrid… Audio
Samoan family seeks answers into son's death
The parents of Caleb Moefa'auo are hoping the inquest into his death will bring changes into how individuals with mental disorders are treated while on remand. Audio
Midday Report Essentials for Thursday 7th August 2025
In today's episode, Maori are being warned to be vigilant as online gambling sites use fake names and photos to lure people in; An emergency doctor says there will be serious consequences for patient… Audio
How necessary is added protein to food?
Food companies are rushing to push protein products, but do we really need all this added protein? Registered nutritionist Jan Hales spoke to Charlotte Cook. Audio
ED doctor on St John plan to axe volunteers
An emergency doctor says there will be serious consequences for patient care if St John goes ahead with a plan to get rid of volunteers in hospital EDs. Hutt Hospital ED doctor Dr Tanya Wilton spoke… Audio
