National’s KiwiSaver plan could add millions to balances – but there’s a catch
Photo: RNZ / Samuel Rillstone National’s announcement that it would push up contribution rates for KiwiSaver to a…
Dame Sue Bagshaw: Puberty blockers
This week the government put the brakes on the use of puberty blockers. The drugs delay the onset…
Pharmacists pick up 1257 mistakes in prescriptions in a week
An audit at 68 pharmacies in Manawatū and Bay of Plenty found 26 percent of mistakes by prescribers…
Manawatū, Bay of Plenty pharmacists pick up 1257 mistakes in prescriptions in a week
An audit at 68 pharmacies in Manawatū and Bay of Plenty found 26 percent of mistakes by prescribers…
Govt’s puberty blockers move attracts strong reactions
Photo: 123RF The imminent pause on puberty blockers has provoked strong feelings on both sides of the debate:…
Govt to double amount of clinical psychologists: Mental Health Minister
Mental Health Minister Matt Doocey said the government is on track to double number of clinical psychologists. Photo:…
Gisborne charity boxing event to go ahead after organisers agree to drop some fighters
Jamie Cox (right) of Wairoa Boxing club reffing a sparring session. Police declined a permit for the Wairoa…
New Zealand pushes pause on puberty blockers pending UK trial
Health Minister Simeon Brown. Photo: RNZ / Mark Papalii The government is halting new prescriptions of puberty blockers…
Rule change helps improve access to KiwiSaver after death
Most people’s largest solely-owned asset is usually their KiwiSaver. Photo: NZ Herald/Mike Scott A rule change should make…
Govt halts new puberty blockers prescriptions for gender-affirming care
Health Minister Simeon Brown. Photo: RNZ / Mark Papalii The government is halting new prescriptions of puberty blockers…