Health
What's behind the surge in Kiwis getting health insurance?
New Zealanders have less faith they will be able to access to the healthcare they need, the head of the country's biggest insurer says. Audio
Doctors sick of not getting paid agreed amount for shifts - union
Emergency Department doctors are accusing Health NZ of failing to pay a shift allowance agreed 10 months ago in their previous collective contract.
No GPs at Carterton clinic as health shortage bites
A medical clinic in Carterton will have no GP for the rest of the week as it grapples with the challenges of a GP shortage.
Minister will release mystery advice about tobacco products
In an interview with RNZ, NZ First's Casey Costello has said she will release 'independent advice' about what she says are the merits of heated tobacco products.
Concern end of free RATs will lead to more spread of Covid-19
Other illnesses did not require patients to pay for their own testing, one doctor said. Audio
Why does the new Dunedin Hospital cost so much?
New Zealand has some unique building challenges, experts say - but should a new hospital be one of them?
Morning Report Essentials for Wednesday 2 October 2024
On today's episode, missiles have been launched at Israel from Iran. It comes in response to Israel's " limited ground operation" in southern Lebanon as well as air and missile strikes on Syria, Iraq… Audio
GPs concerned over impact of free Covid tests ending
Public health advice still urges people to test and isolate if they have the virus - but now those who suspect they have Covid will need to pay. College of General Practitioners Medical Director Dr… Audio
Research shows vapes attract more regulation than tobacco
Public health advocates says vaping now seems to attract more regulation than smoking. Professor Richard Edwards spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio
Phillip Morris heated tobacco device unable to be sold
Associate Health Minister Casey Costello's plan to encourage smokers to switch to Heated Tobacco Products has hit a major snag with the sole supplier Philip Morris forced to pull its IQOS device from… Audio
Ni-Vanuatu woman regains sight after four years
A woman from Tanna who hadn't seen for four years has regained her sight last month after a visit by the Vila Central Hospital Ophthalmology team. Audio
Pasifika communities work to destigmatise mental health
Mental health in Pasifika communities is an urgent but often stigmatized topic, clouded by feelings of taboo, shame, and confusion. Audio
New initiative launches to remove tattoos applied during cancer treatment
In radiation therapy, cancer patients often get tattoos marked on their body to help guide radiation beams. But these tattoos are permanent, and can cost thousands to remove. Audio
Shower Thoughts: Why does our hair go grey?
Todd Zaner chats to Nigel Russell a certified trichologist with over forty years of experience in the hairdressing industry. Audio
Dunedin Hospital scaleback: 'The longer you wait, the more likely you'll suffer harm'
People will die if plans to scale back the redevelopment are carried out, the Nurses Organisation says. Audio
Feature interview: how to have a great time online
Doomscrolling belongs right up there with smoking, biting your nails or procrastinating; it's an addictive habit that's hard to break. Audio
Midday Report Essentials for Tuesday 1 October 2024
In today's episode, earlier this year Foodstuffs proposed bringing the North and South Island divisions together to create a national cooperative, but the Commerce Commission declined the proposal… Audio
Untreated ADHD can lead to addiction: Research
Research from the Drug Foundation has found people with untreated or undiagnosed ADHD are much more likely to use illicit drugs and develop an addiction. Drug Foundation executive director Sarah Helm… Audio
Rotorua Hospital's delayed children's ward officially opened
The children's unit was part of a $6m redevelopment of the hospital's women, child, and family facilities.
