Health
Vape brands bypass marketing regulations to target young people
Globally, one of the main drivers in increasing numbers of young people vaping is the promotion of vapes on social media.
Food and rent costs mean families going without dental care
Dozens of people have told of the desperate efforts they've taken trying to treat rotting teeth. Audio
Dental For All campaigns for free dental care
Advocacy group "Dental for All" is campaigning for free, universal dental care with a roadshow around the country this week. Dental For All's Hana Pilkinton-Ching spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio
Hayden Wilde's doctor on his amazing recovery to win race
Hayden Wilde bounced back from an horrific accident to win a major race in London this week - his doctor Sam Mayhew talked with Nathan Rarere Audio
Intravenous drug users demand say in needle exchange services
The group was increasingly apprehensive about the change of providers in seven weeks' time. Audio
Schools hit hard by winter illnesses
One Canterbury school says it could have 300-400 students away on a day and up to 30 staff off sick.
Critical shortages in Canterbury's mental health services
Critical staff shortages, an unsafe work environment and failures of leadership are among the findings of a review into Canterbury's mental health service. Director of Mental Health, Doctor John… Audio
Failings found in Canterbury's mental health service after two women killed
Critical staff shortages, an unsafe work environment and failures of leadership are among the findings of a review into Canterbury's mental health service. Mental health director, Dr John Crawshaw… Audio
IV drug users demanding say in needle exchange services
Intravenous drug users are demanding a say in the future of the South Island's needle exchange services, warning health leaders are gambling with their lives. In seven weeks, needle exchange programme… Audio
Over 100,000 people on radiology wait list
Over 100,000 people around the country are on the radiology wait list, in the queue in the public health system for MRIs, X-rays, CT scans and other diagnostic tests. APEX, the union representing… Audio
Months-long wait for cardio test, days if done private
A cardio test that heart patients in some regions can wait up to six months for can be delivered in days, according to a private provider. Half of all heart attack patients are not being treated… Audio
Many radiology staff using broken, outdated or unsafe equipment survey shows
A new report has slammed the state of the country's hospital radiology services saying inadequate staff numbers and a lack of investment is 'unravelling' the sector.
Midday Report Essentials for Tuesday 12th August 2025
In today's episode, Critical staff shortages, a siloed culture and serious governance issues have been identified in an inquiry into Canterbury's Mental Health Services - sparked by the murder of a… Audio
National health plan fails to meet Auditor-General's expectations
John Ryan says it lacks important details, including the basic costs of services.
Hospital security guards want handcuffs
The Security Association says more guards are being confronted with knives, and staff should have the power to detain violent people until police arrive. Audio
Morning Report Essentials for Tuesday 12 August 2025
In today's episode, Labour's had a bump in the latest political poll - up four points in the One News Verian poll - nipping at National's heels; New Zealand is fast becoming one of the last western… Audio
'Families in tears' trying to find places for older patients
Aged care homes are getting daily calls from hospitals or families desperate to find a place for older patients who cannot be in their own homes. Audio
Report shows Māori have highest rate of death from heart disease
New Zealand's first Māori cardiologist says the country needs to face up to the ethnic divisions in cardiac health. New Zealand's first Māori cardiologist Dr Wil Harrison spoke to Corin Dann. Audio
Demand outstrips supply for what aged-care homes can provide
Aged care providers are receiving distressing and tearful phone calls as family members desperately try to find facilities able to care for their loved ones. Presbyterian Support Central chief… Audio
GPs recommending parkrun to patients
More and more GPs are recommending parkrun to their patients to improve their health and wellbeing. Wānaka GP and parkrun's health and wellbeing ambassador Dr Andrew Boyd spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio
