Health
Concerns over asbestos-contaminated sand cleaning process
Specialist outreach teacher, Stephanie Pye, has been trying to find the right way to get rid of the sand but no one seems to know how. Stephanie spoke to Corin Dann. Audio
Petition calls for government to do more in healthcare sector
A patient advocate has suggested many Kiwis would be willing to pay more tax, if it can be ring fenced to only be spent on health. Malcolm Mulholland spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio
Another 10,000 immunised against measles - Health NZ
There are 19 confirmed cases in the current measles outbreak.
'Disappointed, not surprised': Nursing students nervous about delays to job offers
The graduates expected to hear about appointments on Wednesday, but have been pushed back.
Study finds socioeconomic gaps in diets of young Kiwis
A new study of more than 4000 12-year-olds shows big ethnic and socioeconomic gaps in the quality of food young New Zealanders eat. One of the study's authors, Professor Clare Wall spoke to Ingrid… Audio
Superbug found at Christchurch Hospital makes one in 10 sick
Health New Zealand has stepped up precautions after a new break-out of the infection known as VRE. Audio
Health NZ steps up precautations after two superbug outbreaks
Health New Zealand has stepped up precautions after two confirmed separate outbreaks of antibiotic-resistant super bugs at Christchurch Hospital. It says there are fewer than 10 patients with the… Audio
Contaminated sand clean up requirements a grey area
The clean-up requirements for the potentially asbestos contaminated colourful kids play sand are a bit of a grey area according to professionals doing the job. Chris Saunders is the president of the… Audio
Parents worry homes may be contaminated as play sand recalled
Dismayed parents are grappling with whether their homes could be contaminated as they try to rid them of play sand that could have traces of asbestos. They are angry and feel there has been no real… Audio
Product safety rules for toys not fit for purpose - Consumer NZ
Product safety rules for kids toys and craft materials are not fit for purpose, with the rise in giant e-commerce retailers according to Consumer NZ. The safety of children's play things is centre… Audio
200kg of signatures: Petition to fix 'broken' health system presented to Parliament
Organisers says it is New Zealand's longest petition ever.
Wellington Hospital to get new 'hybrid' operating theatre
It allows for both traditional surgery and the use of imaging technology - meaning teams can complete complex procedures in one place.
Parents and staff concerned over asbestos contamination
An increasing number of schools and early childhood centres are closing due to potential exposure to asbestos, which has been found in types of educational play sand. Dr Terri-Ann Berry, board chair… Audio
Potential contamination closes dozens of schools
Parents who have the potentially contaminated asbestos sand in their homes want more guidelines as to how to manage the substance. Mother Janelle Hill spoke to Charlotte Cook. Audio
Refuge organisations shocked at increase in women needing to escape abuse
Family violence service provider Shine says it has seen a 58 percent increase in women needing to use their refuges over the past financial year. Audio
Bench top manufacturer calls out use of potentially deadly engineered stone
About 1000 workers are thought to have been been exposed to high concentrations of respirable crystalline-silica dust while working with engineered stone slabs during the past 15 years.
The Panel with Jennie Moreton and Rajorshi Chakraborti, Part 1
Tonight, on The Panel, Wallace Chapman is joined by panellists Jennie Moreton and Rajorshi Chakraborti. First up, schools are shut and inspectors are carrying out urgent assessments across the motu… Audio
Schools close as more types of play sand test positive for asbestos
The findings expand an already significant recall that began last week, when rainbow sand products used widely in schools were found to be contaminated. Audio
IT system a 'constant risk' to patient safety, says union
Health NZ chief information technology officer Darren Douglass said performance problems arose in March. Audio
Childcare centres close over asbestos contaminated sand
More than 20 schools and childcare centres have closed, or plan to close, due to concerns about asbestos in contaminated coloured play sand that is sold in K-mart and a number of other stores. The… Audio
