Bulk-billing changes are coming into effect tomorrow — what does it mean for you?
From tomorrow, you may find it easier to see a GP for free. From November 1, new incentives…
Labour unveils targeted capital gains tax to fund free doctor visits
“Right now, our tax system rewards property speculation instead of the people creating jobs and growing the economy.…
Senior Queensland doctor suspended for more than a year on full pay
One of Queensland’s chief medical officers has been suspended for more than a year on his $500,000 salary…
Mega-strike in Hamilton: About 10,000 public sector workers walk off the job
She said she had participated in strikes several times over the years, but the circumstances leading to Thursday’s…
Northland public sector workers join nationwide ‘mega strike’ over pay and safety
“It’s about the future of our country. It’s about standing up for fairness, dignity and the essential services…
Mega strike: Public sector is walking off the job on October 23 as Judith Collins fires back
They are made up of allied health staff, mental and public health nurses, home support workers and policy,…
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…
Former nurse shares devastating experience of attempts to get urgent cancer surgery
When Karenne Mosley received the devastating diagnosis of an aggressive uterine cancer in March, she was assured it…
Health NZ asks ERA to set doctors’ pay in unprecedented public sector move
“Genuinely, I think it’s a good thing. I think it’s a good thing that Health NZ is making…
Woman’s snake bite death in Katherine sparks warnings against complacency
No fang marks, blood or swelling, just venom that can end a life before you realise you’ve been…
Doctors warn of prostate cancer diagnoses doubling as country faces future ‘treatment crisis’
“We’re asking patients to accept second-tier treatment options while watching their disease progress. “This creates an avoidable pathway…
Phase 3 Trial Confirms Sarilumab Improves Polymyalgia Rheumatica Outcomes
Vibeke Strand, MD Credit: PRIME Education New phase 3 data supported the effectiveness of sarilumab 200 mg every…