Health
Pasifika wellbeing worsening in Aotearoa - report
A new report released by Te Hiringa Mahara - Mental Health and Wellbeing Commission paints a grim picture of Pacific peoples wellbeing in New Zealand. Audio
Mental health facility so overcrowded patient slept on the floor
The facility was operating over occupancy in late April and early May.
What's going on in our mental health system?
Hospital beds for mental health patients are so in demand people are being turned away from wards or discharged suddenly.
New research on mask wearing prompts calls for health update
An international team of researchers has undertaken the most extensive review of masks so far. Among them was our very own Professor Michael Baker, of the Department of Public Health at Otago… Audio
Warning over bird flu as Australia confirms first human case
New Zealand must urgently get ready for a strain causing concern overseas, public health experts say.
Can't get your HRT patch? What's going on and what you can do
"I feel tearful and worried"- one woman fears a return of brain fog and sudden onsets of rage if she can't fill her prescription.
I Am Hope founder Mike King on govt funding
Opposition politicians are calling for greater transparency over mental health spending, after the Government announced millions-of-dollars in funding for a charity chaired by a National Party donor… Audio
Discrimination against Pacific people in NZ increases - study
Discrimination against Pacific people in NZ increases - study. Audio
Many vape stores located near schools in poorest areas, study finds
Almost a third of all the vape stores in the country are within a five-minute walk of a school. Audio
'Significant' wave of Covid likely to hit NZ this winter
The FLiRT subvariant is driving a big jump in cases, just as flu season begins. Audio
Midday Report Essentials for 23 May 2024
On today's episode, a New Zealander stuck in New Caledonia says the lack of communication from the government about when she can be evacuated is making her anxious, a study has found a significant… Audio
Study finds more vape shops in lower socio-economic areas
A new study has found there are more vape retailers in lower socio-economic areas and in close proximity to schools. University of Canterbury public health expert Dr Matt Hobbs spoke to Charlotte… Audio
Stricter mask use could reduce the spread of respiratory infections - researchers
"We now have a clear pathway to action, including reducing the number of respiratory infections in winter 2024," associate professor Amanda Kvalsvig says.
Fiji's handling of drug crisis draws harsh criticism
Fiji's handling of drug crisis draws harsh criticism. Audio
Ketamine: From anaesthetic to illegal recreational drug
Explainer - Ketamine is a drug that wears many hats, from an illegal recreational drug to sanctioned use as a surgical anaesthetic.
World-first medical drug driving trial set to get underway
With medical cannabis usage in Victoria surging by 700% over the past two years, the global evidence regarding THC's influence on driving remains limited. Audio
Underage vaping on the rise: How young Kiwis find it so easy to access
Analysis - Despite measures to reduce young people's access to vapes, many countries are recording rising use by underage adolescents, researchers say.
New mothers fear judgement by Plunket nurses, worry they will be seen as unfit
New research, collecting stories from 420 families about their experience with the Well Child service, reveals a pattern of unmet needs, an academic says. Audio
How to have happy feet
Kathryn speaks with Christchurch podiatrist Simon Wheeler about how to look after our feet. Audio
Well Child / Plunket failing new mums' mental health: Research
Newly published research finds new mums are being let down by postnatal services when it comes to mental health. Audio