Hartford Healthcare wins bid to but struggling CT hospitals
Hartford Healthcare confirmed Monday that it is the successful bidder to purchase Manchester Memorial and Rockville General hospitals…
Austrian doctor denies letting 12‑year‑old daughter drill patient’s skull
She told the court her “biggest mistake was letting her go to the operating table”. But the woman’s…
Health NZ data shows $13m in ED vouchers given out since 2021
A pilot programme at Auckland City Hospital started in April and there’s no financial data available yet. Auckland’s…
University of Canterbury students develop artificial heart that could transform heart failure treatment options
An artificial heart acts as a mechanical pump that’s implanted in the chest to replace the heart’s lower…
Pfizer Highlights Momentum in Redefining Standards of Care in Cancer at ESMO 2025
More than 45 abstracts, including five late-breaking presentations and recognition in Presidential Symposium, showcase impact of approved medicines…
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…
Unlicensed West Auckland dentist Narayan Prasad treated 500 patients
Prasad was sentenced on Ministry of Health charges linked to him operating as an unlicensed dentist in March,…
Wegovy pill could deliver as much weight loss as the shot, trial shows
Eli Lilly and Novo Nordisk are vying for supremacy in the weight-loss market they dominate as they both…
Myeloma patients move to Australia for cancer drug not funded here
“I was quite accepting, thinking that the medics all knew what they were talking about. But they’re only…
Calls grow for free dental care as Northland patients flood emergency departments
This involves exploring partnerships with local communities to ensure primary and community healthcare – including oral health services…
Calls grow for free dental care as Northland patients flood emergency departments
This involves exploring partnerships with local communities to ensure primary and community healthcare – including oral health services…
Health NZ to allow 24/7 family support for hospital patients nationwide
Bramley said standard visiting hours would also be aligned nationally. New Zealand Nurses Organisation delegate Al Dietschin said…