Health
Vitamin D supplementation important for us - best way to get it
There's a fine line between getting enough Vitamin D and getting too much sun, Auckland University's Professor Robert Skragg has some summer sun advice. Audio
Nurses begin rolling strikes
Healthcare workers walk off the job again today as the nurses union's dispute with Health NZ over pay and resourcing continues.
Simple, Free Ways to Boost Wellbeing
Fancy a bit of pampering and self-care? It doesn't have to mean expensive beauty treatments. Katy Gosset talks to a public health specialist about simple, free ways we can all boost our well-being. Audio
Health workers say cuts are actually costing public system more
The Health Commissioner's claim that "overspending" is to blame for Te Whatu Ora's financial crisis has outraged health workers and their unions.
Abuse survivor faces $75k bill after ex-partner broke nearly all of her teeth
Amid ongoing health issues and "unbearable" pain, Ellie is scared for her future: "My teeth are going to kill me." Audio
Alcohol retailers brace for earlier cut-off time in Auckland
Auckland liquor stores and other retailers are preparing to face some frustrated customers, with new rules meaning alcohol sales will end early tonight.
Caregivers caught on video shouting at elderly man trying to use toilet
Footage showed caregivers acting abusively, including shouting and failing to provide adequate assistance.
New rules in force restricting Auckland booze sales
It is now a little bit harder to buy beer, wine and spirits in Tāmaki Makaurau. Audio
Janet Taiatini: Supporting Māori to give birth their own way
It's awesome that midwives now learn about indigenous practices but we need more Māori and Pacific trainees to meet the rising demand for culturally specific birthcare, says Taiatini. Audio
Psychiatrist shortages putting compulsory patients at risk, doctor warns
Gaps in care mean vulnerable patients may be "at increased risk of harming themselves or harming others". Audio
Psychiatrist shortages putting compulsory patients 'at risk'
A psychiatrist fears a tragedy is waiting to happen with dozens of potentially dangerous or at-risk mental health patients left with no clinician directly overseeing their care. Ruth Hill reports. Audio
Brid flu confirmed in fourth shed at Mainland Poultry's Hillgrove farm in Otago
Bird flu has been confirmed in a fourth shed at Mainland Poultry's Hillgrove farm in Otago. MPI's Chief Veterinary Officer Dr Mary van Andel spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio
The long, expensive and complicated process of surrogacy
Having a baby by surrogacy in New Zealand is complicated, convoluted and costly. A bill promised to fast-track change, but progress has been anything but. Audio
Warning not to share ADHD medicine, as shortage bites
People with ADHD are being warned not to share medication, as the country is affected by a worldwide shortage.
Cancer patient's relief after restrictions removed for 'incredible' new drug
"Before, there was that balance of 'what is time worth?' And now, that's taken that stress away somewhat."
Bird flu: Third shed tests positive, more chickens to be culled
Another 80,000 of the Hillgrove farm's birds will need to be killed - doubling the total number killed.
Murder, memes and snark: A killing lays bare US healthcare frustrations
Jokes, snark, and a striking absence of sympathy have dominated public sentiment since the murder of a US health insurance executive.
Are all sunscreens created equal?
Which sunscreen offers the best protection? Are more expensive ones better?
Mayor admits community anger over Waimate's drinking water ban
Waimate's mayor says the town's drinking water problems are frustrating, but also will be difficult to solve quickly. Audio
Survey reveals many food allergic reactions on flights go unreported
Almost 70 percent of survey respondents from Australia and New Zealand reported flying with a food allergy adds "a lot" of anxiety to their experience.
