Health
Storm's got your back (and knees)
Physio and farmer Storm Baynes-Ryan gives in-paddock advice to help Te Tai Rāwhiti farmers recover from injuries, stay strong and keep fit.
Christchurch cardiac care boosted by opening of third new laboratory
The latest addition supplements previous upgrades in 2021 and earlier this year.
Luxon says cancer patients not forgotten - they claim otherwise
During the election campaign, National pledged to fund a list of medications for solid cancer tumours.
'Extremely traumatic': Man died from fall in ED after his 'high-risk' status was overlooked
Leonard Collett was seen struggling to walk back to his bed. Soon after, he fell and died.
Taking physio to the farmers
Constant wet weather on hilly Te Tai Rawhiti farms has led to an uptick in injuries among farmers there. Our guest this week, physiotherapist-cum-farmer Storm Baynes-Ryan, gives in-paddock advice to… Audio
Long-awaited new mental health ward opens in Palmerston North
More than 11 years after the deaths of two patients at Palmerston North Hospital's mental health ward triggered damning reviews into the facility, a replacement has opened.
New measles case confirmed in Bay of Islands
The case is likely linked to overseas travel.
PM hoses down hopes of patients holding out for funding
The Prime Minister has hosed down the hopes and expectations of blood cancer patients holding out for more funding for drugs and treatments, despite promises made during the election campaign. However… Audio
New mental health ward opens in Palmerston North
More than 11 years after the deaths of two patients at Palmerston North Hospital's mental health ward triggered damning reviews into the facility, a replacement has been opened. But the families of… Audio
Everything you need to know about measles
Explainer: Confirmation of a measles case in Auckland has put health authorities on high alert in case of another deadly outbreak.
Medical funding will make a difference to people's lives: Union
Health Minister Simeon Brown said a $65 million funding boost for scans, colonoscopies and other diagnostic tests will mean faster treatment for patients. Audio
Costs and eroding trust leading to decline in vaccinations: Report
The paper examined the reasons behind a widespread decline in childhood vaccinations for a range of diseases over the past five years.
$65m boost to cut wait times for key medical tests
Health Minister Simeon Brown says a $65million funding boost for scans, colonoscopies and other diagnostic tests will mean faster treatment for patients. APEX Union's national secretary, Dr Deborah… Audio
A glimmer of hope for families living with Huntington’s
A glimmer of hope has emerged for families carrying the gene for Huntington's Disease. It's very personal for RNZ Political Reporter Lillian Hanly, who spoke to Alexa Cook. Audio
Bloomfield recalls NZ experience at Scottish Covid inquiry
As well as providing written reports, he answered questions bout the pandemic response for about six hours, with the aim of providing a foreign perspective.
Danish PM apologises to victims of Greenland forced contraception
Between the late 1960s and 1992, authorities aimed to reduce the Inuit birth rate by forcing around 4500 women to wear a IUD without their consent.
Midday Report Essentials for Thursday 25th September 2025
In today's episode, Health Minister Simeon Brown says new funding for Health New Zealand will expand access and reduce wait times; There's déjà vu on the streets of New York as New Zealand's foreign… Audio
'Just fluff and diversion': Ex-health boss sceptical of minister's plan
Simeon Brown says the money comes from savings in other areas and a pool set aside by the government. Audio
'Same water': Taranaki residents push back on boil water notice
The council says the water supply carries risk of contamination, but residents say the water quality hasn't changed. Audio
Science with Ezzy Pearson
Science correspondent Ezzy Pearson on alien life, the toll of ultra-long-distance running, and what our four-legged friends can teach us about ageing. Audio
