Reprogramming camp for immune cells shows early promise for autoimmune diseases
Scientists are trying a revolutionary new approach to treat rheumatoid arthritis, multiple sclerosis, lupus and other devastating autoimmune…
HDC finds Health Canterbury delays left eye patient permanently blind
Macular degeneration is an eye condition which caused blurred vision or reduced central vision, similar to what is…
I Got Cervical Cancer at 35. It Impacted Motherhood, Marriage, Finances
Gabi McCord paces her kitchen. Crayon drawings are pinned to the fridge, shelves are cluttered with picture frames,…
Patient critically injured after fall at Waikino waterfall in Waikato
Samuel Sherry Journalist·NZ Herald· 27 Oct, 2025 05:16 AMQuick Read Subscribe to listenAccess to Herald Premium articles require…
Measles patient zero found on Cook Strait ferry sailing
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Coroner finds ‘sub-optimal’ record-keeping before post-op death of Gisborne woman
“Had they known, I am satisfied that a different post-operative care plan would have been arranged.” Private surgery…
Common opioid is not that effective for easing chronic pain, study finds
Tramadol, a potent synthetic opioid, has been widely used to treat moderate to severe pain, but a new…
Scottish ambulance technician accused of stealing aftershave from terminally ill man
“You open up your home to crisis workers in a time of need and the last thing you…
Knowing patient’s genetic make-up may change the way medicines are prescribed
SINGAPORE – Not all medicines work the same way on every patient, and part of the answer lies…
Mood of the Boardroom: Mānuka honey sector eyes growth despite US tariffs and trade challenges
“Hives were at half a million in 2014. They’re back at half a million now, having peaked at…
State Highway 1 delays after ambulance and ute crash near Whangārei
“Hato Hone St John responded to the incident with one ambulance, a rapid response vehicle, and two operations…
Northland teen with rare brain condition goes from patient to podcaster
Kelly’s GP referred her to an emergency ophthalmologist at Whangārei Hospital, who noticed severe swelling on her optic…