Health

Mullets for mental health

Ever needed an excuse to grow out those luscious locks into a glorious mullet? Well, Greerton volunteer firefighter Aaron Moore has some news for you. Mullets... Read More

Recall warnings over sesame seeds

In its third recall notice in four days, the Ministry of Primary Industries has included My Food Bag products, Papamoa Spice King brand sesame seeds and Binn... Read More

An unforgettable fabulous fundraising luncheon

Step into a world of vibrant colour and elegance at our upcoming fundraising luncheon, ‘Shimmy into Rio' proudly presented by Althorp Village and Breast... Read More

25 Years of Hato Hone St John Health Shuttles

Locals who have volunteered their time to drive free health shuttles for Hato Hone St John will be part of a celebration this weekend. An afternoon tea is... Read More

Further sesame seed recalls due to Salmonella fear

Following Friday's recall of imported sesame seeds, New Zealand Food Safety is supporting further recalls of sesame seed products due to the possible presence... Read More

Pharmac director quits over Treaty directive

Pharmac director Dr Anthony Jordan has quit over the government's Treaty directive, the Pharmac Minister's office says. Associate Health Minister... Read More

Minister order tax cut on heated tobacco products

Associate Health Minister Casey Costello has cut the excise tax on Heated Tobacco Products (HTPs), as she aims to make them more attractive as an alternative... Read More

Shortfall: Doctors warn fees will need to rise

Primary health providers are rejecting Health NZ / Te Whatu Ora's increase of four per cent to core general practice funding. They say the government... Read More

Motocross accident: Casey determined to walk again

Bay of Plenty gym owner Casey Brady is 'determined” to walk again. The 31-year-old was left paralysed from her lower chest down after a motocross... Read More

Clogged EDs: People urged to seek alternatives

Health authorities in the Bay of Plenty are urging people to seek alternative healthcare following a high number of people coming to BOP hospitals that don't... Read More

Radio station run from CFS/ME sufferer’s bed

Working from home is the dream for many. Others don't have a choice. Housebound music enthusiast Bradley Simmonds from Ōmokoroa - who suffers from chronic... Read More

Restraint and force in disability support

The Deputy Health and Disability Commissioner is calling for stronger oversight of the treatment of disabled people living in care, after a report revealed disturbing... Read More