Health
Solomon Islands first in Pacific to remove tax on period products
New Zealand still taxes period products, but offers them for free in schools.
Unpacking the risks of medical tourism in India
Explainer - Why is the South Asian nation increasingly becoming a preferred destination for medical tourists from New Zealand?
How do you know if your pet is in pain?
It's not always easy to tell if our pets are experiencing pain and discomfort so it's essential for owners to look for clues that our furry friends might be in pain. While acute pain can be obvious… Audio
Personalised 3-D printed bone support and orthotics
Auckland University biomedical engineering experts are working to develop 3-D printed bone supports and orthotics that are individually fitted and can support varying medical needs. Audio
NZ faecal transfer study could change obesity treatment
Could a capsule of healthy gut bugs change the future of obesity treatment? Researchers at the Liggins Institute in Auckland University believe so.
Law changes will further sideline Māori in health sector select committee told
The Health Select Committee has been hearing public submissions on amendments to the Pae Ora (Healthy Futures) Act.
Minister won't rule out label changes for nicotine, tobacco and alcohol
'The problem is not the colour of the label,' David Seymour says. Audio
David Seymour asks for review into tobacco, nicotine and alcohol warning labels
David Seymour says changes to warning labels for tobacco, nicotine and alcohol products are on the table - despite pleas from public health groups. Guyon Espiner spoke to Ingris Hipkiss. Audio
Government health spending claims 'inflated' - study
The Ministry of Health was using old data and including GST to make 'misleading' health spending claims, a new report has found.
NZ's 'major but invisible' health risk
A public health expert says polluted air is costing the country about a billion dollars each year in healthcare costs and decreased productivity.
Why are attention spans dropping?
Barbara J Sahakian is Professor of Clinical Neuropsychology at the University of Cambridge, and she joins Emile Donovan. Audio
Keeping you on your toes: Podiatrist Simon Wheeler
Kathryn talks with Christchurch podiatrist Simon Wheeler about toes and how to take care of them. Audio
Call for research on quality, suitability of telehealth service
It comes as the government hails almost 20,000 users in the service's first two months. Audio
Should I exercise if I’m still sore from last time?
Exercising with stiff, achy muscles won't hurt you, but you probably won't be able to lift as much or run as fast.
Morning Report Essentials for Wednesday 10 September 2025
In today's episode, we have our weekly political panel; New Zealand First minister Shane Jones wants his party to consider re-nationalising the gentailers; Israel has carried out a strike on senior… Audio
ExerciseNZ tackling inactivity with cheap gym memberships
An organisation that aims to get more New Zealanders exercising says a new initiative to make fitness more affordable could save the country billions in health costs. ExerciseNZ chief executive… Audio
Thousands take up govt funded virtual GP appointments
Thousands of people are taking up government funded virtual GP appointments - but there are concerns patients will miss out on continuity of care. General Practice NZ chairperson Dr Bryan Betty spoke… Audio
NZ Rugby failed to acknowledge CTE cause, All Black's wife says
Tutekawa Wyllie suffers from CTE, caused by numerous head knocks while playing rugby. But his wife says NZ Rugby had never acknowledged that was the case. Audio
Call for NZ Rugby to acknowledge former All Black's life-changing disease
The wife of a former All Black and NZ Māori player, Tutekawaka Wyllie, who is suffering from a brain disease caused by the game has said it is hurtful that they have never heard from NZ Rugby… Audio
81 year old fitness instructor keeping a bounce in her step
At the age of 81 years old a Christchurch fitness instructor is showing that exercise really is vital to keeping the bounce in your step. Each week Paula Barrett leads three fitness classes at… Audio
