HPV programme broad in Otago
Vaccinations against the human papillomavirus (HPV) will be offered in Otago in both the school and community setting this year.
Health
Blowfish testicles land men in hospital
Blowfish testicles prepared by an unauthorised chef sickened seven diners in northern Japan, and three remained hospitalised after eating the poisonous delicacy.
Study seeks better tests for motor disorders
PHS moves to Wakari Hospital
Public Health South (PHS) will begin operations from new offices in the main block at Wakari Hospital from today.
Preschool health initiative making headway
Nurse practitioners relieve hospital burden
Changing work pattern for doctors
Rousseau deputy a feature of new regional health setup
Solutions to doctor shortage must be sustainable - NZMA
Sustainable solutions are needed to overcome the shortage of doctors in the country, the New Zealand Medical Association says.
St John admits rescue delayed
St John has admitted major failings in the handling of a 111 call last year.