Health
Martin Pistorius’ remarkable return from silence
When he was 12 years old, Martin Pistorius was stricken by a mysterious neurological illness, known as Locked-in Syndrome. For the next ten years he was unable to move or speak. Doctors, family, and… Audio
Seymour put people at risk by media event at measles testing spot, Labour says
It is understood that a number of the people onsite being tested were considered close contacts and were in quarantine.
Pfizer sues Metsera, Novo Nordisk over rival obesity drug bid
Pfizer has filed a lawsuit against Metsera and Novo Nordisk, saying Metsera breached its merger agreement obligations.
Two new measles cases bring nationwide total to 16
Health New Zealand (HNZ) said one of the new cases is Wellington Girls' College student.
Demand for MMR vaccine surges after measles outbreak
But Pharmac is confident it has more than enough vaccine stockpiled in case the outbreak spreads.
Asbestos experts fear 'watered-down' safety system
Around the same time Palmerston North's asbestos-filled Fitz bar was burning, safety experts were warning the government about eroded controls around the dangerous substance.
New platform gives Waiariki control over its own health data
Te Taura Ora o Waiariki Iwi Māori Partnership Board is changing how Māori health data is accessed, understood, and used for its people.
Low measles immunity in mums putting kids at risk - expert
Low levels of immunity against measles among women of child-bearing age are putting babies at risk, warns one public health expert.
Postnatal depression: singing the blues away
A study in the British Journal of Psychiatry supports what some mothers' groups have known for a while - group singing can help with postnatal depression. Audio
Potential for measles outbreak
A public health academic says there is potential for a serious outbreak of measles in New Zealand given the local transmission rate and low vaccination uptake. Audio
Free kidney disease tests at Iron Māori event
Thousands of people are expected to take advantage of the free tests on offer on Saturday.
Nurses to take further strike action over unsafe staffing
The Nurses Organisation says Health NZ is trying to cover up chronic short-staffing by moving healthworkers around to fill roster gaps.
Confirmed measles cases climb to 14
There are currently no hospitalisations linked to the outbreak. Audio
Measles cases now linked to a third school
An epidemiologist says the number of measles cases over the next few days will tell the extent of the outbreak, with cases now linked to a third school. 13 measles cases are confirmed across New… Audio
Midday Report Essentials for Thursday 31 October 2025
In today's episode, 13 measles cases are confirmed across New Zealand, with more than 2-thousand close contacts identified so far; The Waitangi Tribunal has found New Zealand's citizenship laws are in… Audio
Auckland Grammar the third school linked to measles case
13 measles cases are confirmed across New Zealand, with more than 2-thousand close contacts idenfied so far. Now one of the country's biggest schools has been affected. Auckland Grammar School has… Audio
150 measles cases a week possible, data shows
The official advice to government looked at how measles could spread but with current low childhood vaccination rates. Audio
Morning Report Essentials for Friday 31 October 2025
On today's episode, Oyster farmers are outraged after what is believed to be the biggest Wastewater spill into the Mahurangi River, this year; Fonterra shareholders have voted in support of the sale… Audio
Ministry of Health confident oestrogen patch manufacture taking complaints seriously
A number of women have reported problems with the oestrogen patches not adhering or working properly.
School tells students to stay home over measles case
Auckland Grammar School students in Year 9 and Year 10 have been told to stay home after an exposure event. Audio
