Health Minister Simeon Brown.

Health infrastructure projects to receive Govt funding revealed

Health Minister Simeon Brown said the $100 million allocated from Budget 2025 would be used for 21 local projects across the country.

3:36pm

Close-up of a man holding an elderly woman's (file image).

Warning NZ's unprepared for doubling of Alzheimers patients

About 83,000 people live with dementia, which is estimated to increase to about 170,000 in the next 25 years.

6:25am

Being a bit overweight later in life may have protective health effects.

What's worse for you - being a bit overweight, or being super-thin?

A new study has found that being slightly overweight might not shorten your life, but being very thin might.

6:00am

Images of the recalled products.

'Significant recall' of Tasti products due to possible presence of metal

Consumers were urged not to consume affected products after "small wire-like" metal pieces were found in some Tasti snack bars, peanuts and Frooze Balls.

Saturday 3:51pm

Lucy Bendell (left), Mckenzie Jennings, Yasmina Coe and Zara Gallivan. Composite image by Vania Chandrawidjaja (Source: 1News).

What does a flat of young Auckland women spend on groceries?

The eight women in their mid-20s don't share food or shop together, which means jockeying for space in the fridges and pantry shelves.

Saturday 6:00am

Rare disorders chairman James McGorman.

Rare disease advocate forced to move to Australia for treatment

Outgoing Rare Disorders NZ chairman James McGoram says while he loves Aotearoa, "living here is quite literally killing me".

Fri, Sep 19

2:12

The downsized project is due to be completed in 2031.

Health Minister confident Dunedin Hospital rebuild back on track

The project has faced years of setbacks and cost overruns, dating back to when Sir John Key was prime minister.

Fri, Sep 19

An estimated 70% of people will experience a hypnic jerk.

What causes the sudden sleep twitches many of us experience?

Sleep experts explain what's behind the 'hypnic jerk'.

Fri, Sep 19

File picture.

El Niño's hidden role in hay fever season

Spring can bring a whole load of unwelcome symptoms, but new research has found that El Niño, a climate phenomenon, could be making Aucklanders' allergies worse.

Thu, Sep 18

Nurses stand with their backs to Health Minister Simeon Brown during this year's New Zealand Nurses Organisation conference.

'Don't guilt trip us': Nurses turn backs on Health Minister

A report released this morning also revealed hospitals nationwide were short close to 600 nurses on average per shift over the past year.

Wed, Sep 17

The charity is more desperate than ever for donations.

Child Cancer Foundation receiving 20% more referrals for support than last year

The charity is more desperate than ever for donations.

Wed, Sep 17

Pharmac is seeking feedback on a proposal to fund a new brand of methylphenidate. (File image).

Pharmac proposes funding another brand of ADHD medicine

The proposed brand of methylphenidate would help address ongoing supply issues and provide more options for people with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder.

Wed, Sep 17

That was one long, refreshing sleep.

How we sleep affects how we look, how attractive others find us – research

'Beauty sleep' is not a myth – a neurologist and sleep expert confirms what the mirror may already have told you.

Wed, Sep 17

Maria Best had been on opioids for for years to cope with worsening pain in her left arm.

Woman unable to use arm 'confused' after specialist referral declined

Maria Best says the pain down her arms "is like being stung by a thousand bees on the inside".

Tue, Sep 16

Dentist examining teeth (file image).

Hospital wrongly told boy it was too late to save his teeth

Health NZ has been asked to apologise after doctors missed their best opportunity to reattach a 14-year-old's teeth following a bike accident.

Mon, Sep 15

The morning's headlines in 90 seconds, including thousands of students off school as teachers strike again, who’s assisting the investigation into Charlie Kirk’s shooting, and the consequences of scrolling your phone on the loo.

News in 90 Seconds September 15

The morning's headlines in 90 seconds, including thousands of students off school as teachers strike again, who is assisting the investigation into Charlie Kirk’s shooting, and the consequences of scrolling your phone on the loo.

Mon, Sep 15

Why sitting on the loo with your phone could harm your health

Why sitting on the loo with your phone could harm your health

From haemorrhoids to fainting, research shows that spending too long on the toilet can trigger a range of painful and sometimes dangerous conditions.

Mon, Sep 15

A person in a hospital bed (file picture).

Why Health NZ is expanding hospital family visiting hours to 24/7

Health NZ CEO Dale Bramley said the new national Patient and Whānau Family Support Policy was a step to elevate compassion within their culture.

Sun, Sep 14

The former Australian health minister spoke to Q+A's Jack Tame in September 2025.

Former Aus health minister wants more trans-Tasman clinical trials

Greg Hunt also said vaping will cause "catastrophic public health outcomes" in future decades with Australia having tougher laws on vaping than New Zealand.

Sun, Sep 14

HIV cases have increased at pace, tied to a rise in drug users injecting. Composite image: Vinay Ranchhod.

HIV, the 'explosive epidemic': Fiji suffers world's fastest spread

Pacific Correspondent Barbara Dreaver investigates the drug-fuelled increase in cases of HIV in Fiji, and what the country is doing to tackle the problem.

Sat, Sep 13

Durra brand Tahina has been recalled due to the possible presence of Salmonella.

Durra brand tahini recalled due to possible presence of salmonella

New Zealand Food Safety said the paste was sold in "a few ethnic supermarkets in Auckland, Hamilton and Wellington".

Fri, Sep 12

Not getting enough sleep can really get you down.

Think you have insomnia? Here's five reasons why you might not really

Insomnia is one of the most talked-about sleep problems, but it’s also one of the most misunderstood, writes Amelia Scott.

Fri, Sep 12

Why cutting back on coffee could lead to strange, vivid dreams

Why cutting back on coffee could lead to strange, vivid dreams

Many report strange and even scary dreams after reducing their caffeine intake, but what does the science say?

Thu, Sep 11

A person carrying out a blood sugar test (file image).

13,000 patients receive inaccurate diabetes lab results

About 13,000 patients in Wellington and Taranaki have been contacted by Awanui Labs after receiving inaccurate lab results for a diabetes test.

Thu, Sep 11

Chronic traumatic encephalopathy or CTE is a progressive disease that develops after repeated head injuries like concussions. File photo.

Ex All Black's wife says NZR never acknowledged CTE caused by the game

All Black 823, Tutekawa Wyllie, known as Tu, suffered numerous head knocks playing top level rugby during the 1970s and 80s.

Wed, Sep 10