Health
The 'bulldozer' of a bill set to change gene editing laws
Changes are coming to gene editing laws. Whether they'll help future-proof our economy or ruin New Zealand's international reputation is up for debate.
The 'bulldozer' of a bill set to change gene editing laws
Changes are coming to our gene editing laws. Whether they'll help future-proof our economy or ruin our international reputation is up for debate. Audio
'It's been left so long without treatment' - gastro delays at public hospitals
People referred to public health system gastro departments are waiting months for an appointment, even when they have symptoms that could be a sign of bowel cancer or other disease. Audio
New unit to scrutinise Health NZ, open for four months
The Health Assurance Unit - tasked with reviewing and potentially replacing Health NZ's reset plan - was set up in February and will finish in May.
Abuse survivors protest for ACC eligibility change
About two dozen survivors of abuse in care and their supporters marched from the Bridge of Remembrance to ACC to deliver a letter calling for change.
Patients with symptoms wait months for colonoscopy appointments
People referred to the public health system gastro departments for colonoscopies or other exams are waiting months for an appointment even when they have symptoms that could be a sign of bowel cancer… Audio
Midday Report Essentials for Wednesday 19 February 2025
In today's episode, Auckland marae are worried about future funding as the government puts a hold on new contracts in the wake of the Manurewa Marae election inquiry, economists are predicting the… Audio
Public health experts call on govt to fund health survey
Public health experts are calling on the government to urgently fund a new National Nutrition Survey to better understand New Zealanders eating habits and to help shape public policy. Cliona Ni… Audio
Workers confused over withdrawal of support for mental health callouts: Union
Unions say public health workers are confused about the police's phased withdrawal of support for mental health callouts. Reporter Lucy Xia has more. Audio
New Health NZ unit to 'drive greater accountability' - minister
Health NZ is under greater government scrutiny, with the new health minister setting up a unit he says will "drive greater accountability and performance".
Kiwis return from overseas weight surgery with life-threatening problems
Overweight patients are being targeted by medical tourism companies and often don't understand the risks, doctors say. Audio
Patients who have had weight-loss surgery overseas clogging system
A Waikato bariatric surgeon said patients going overseas for weight-loss surgery are returning with potentially life-threatening complications and clogging up an already overburdened public health… Audio
Why we need a broad spectrum influenza vaccine
With winter on its way in New Zealand, an immunologist is warning there could be higher levels of influenza going around in the months ahead, and is suggesting a broad... Audio
Viral head boy cancer survivor Jake Bailey, 10 years on
Bailey is now the author of 'The Comeback Code'. Audio
Super genes: what are they and do we really need them?
Senior Lecturer Dr Sarah Flanagan is trying to understand super genes and if they are necessary to the future of a species. Audio
Is private healthcare the answer to public funding woes, or making it worse?
The burgeoning private healthcare industry claims its current building boom will "take pressure off the public system". Audio
Number accessing mental health and addiction care declines: Data
New data from the Mental Health and Wellbeing Commission shows the number of people accessing specialist mental health and addiction care is declining. Chief executive of the Commission Karen Orsborn… Audio
Chch ED struggling to cope with influx of patients
Christchurch Hospital's emergency department is asking people to stay away unless they have life threatening condition, as it struggles to cope with an influx of patients. Health NZ Te Wai Pounamu… Audio
Healthcare now Kiwi's second-biggest concern
A Consumer survey has found an increase in anxiety about the system's ability to meet demand, and concerns about the affordability and quality of services.
Private healthcare industry in building boom
The burgeoning private healthcare industry claims its current building boom will take pressure off the public system. Ruth Hill reports. Audio
