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There were 1174 new cases of COVID-19 reported in New Zealand over the week to Sunday 6 October, and five further deaths attributed to the virus 

A support worker failed to uphold legal, professional and ethical standards in caring for a patient, the Health and Disability Commissioner has ruled

Two practices have closed in Dunedin today, as extreme weather hammers East Otago

There were 1012 new cases of COVID-19 reported in New Zealand over the week ended Sunday, 22 September, and two further deaths attributed to the virus  

Vaccinating pregnant mothers against pertussis is a “key measure” in minimising the impact of the respiratory disease, says epidemiologist Michael Baker  

There were 728 new cases of COVID-19 reported in New Zealand over the week to Sunday 15 September, and 15 further deaths attributed to the virus 

Kylie Clegg has been named the third Te Whatu Ora deputy commissioner

Reporter Zach Thompson follows up the recent review looking at funding issues facing Whaikaha – The Ministry of Disabled People and the resulting impact on the sector

A 20-year joint-venture partnership between iwi and primary care providers saw Western Bay of Plenty PHO win the Supreme Award at the 2024 Diversity Awards NZ last month

Reporter Zach Thompson follows up the recent review looking at funding issues facing Whaikaha – The Ministry of Disabled People and the resulting impact on the sector