Press Release – New Zealand Police

Kapiti Police are investigating a fatal motor vehicle accident that occurred on State Highway One, Paekakariki at 9.45pm last night. Detective Sergeant James McKAY of the Kapiti Police says, “Two vehicles collided head on between the Beach Road intersection … Read more »

Press Release – Southern Cross Healthcare

Two more leading general practices are poised to join the Southern Cross Primary Care (SCPC) network as Foundation Partners. Read more »

Press Release – New Zealand Police

At 5.45pm on Monday 13th February 2012, a 21yr old female was walking home along Richardson Road in Mt Roskill. At this time, a dark coloured four door sedan was seen to be driving at speed along Richardson Road. Read more »

Press Release – Auckland District Health Board

MEDIA RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Monday, 13 February 2012 Passengers on flight NZ90 from Tokyo to Auckland cleared to leave Auckland airport earlier today Air New Zealand Flight NZ90 from Toyko arrived at Auckland Airport at 9.21am this morning … Read more »

Press Release – The Maori Party

Local MP for Te Tai Hauauru has come out strongly in support of the Whanganui community in light of proposed changes to maternity services in Whanganui. “In essence, this is about families and their ability to support their women and children. The proposal … Read more »

Press Release – Health Funds Association of NZ

Data showing the recent decline in health cover is stabilising has been welcomed today by the Health Funds Association (HFANZ). Chief executive Roger Styles said the December 2011 quarter saw a decline of just 0.1 percent in lives covered, though … Read more »

Press Release – New Zealand Government

New figures show nearly 40,000 more women aged 50 to 69 have taken part in the Government’s free breast cancer screening programme in the 24 months to October 2011 than in the previous two years. Read more »

Press Release – University of Auckland

Research at The University of Auckland has shed light on an area of medicine which has intrigued the international scientific community for decades. Scientists at the Faculty of Medical and Health Sciences have identified a molecular mechanism which … Read more »

Press Release – New Zealand Police

At about 10.20 am this morning, Thursday 9 February 2012, a crash occurred on Lincoln Road near Fairdene Road, Henderson. Read more »

Press Release – Joint Media Statement

An open letter regarding the changes to ethics committee processes and the potential for harm to research participants Read more »

Press Release – Association of Salaried Medical Specialists

“The hospital specialist workforce crisis is behind the retrenchment of specialist maternity services in Whanganui,” said Mr Ian Powell, Executive Director of the Association of Salaried Medical Specialists, today. Read more »

Press Release – New Zealand Government

Health Minister Tony Ryall has joined the Healthline team celebrating the 2.5 millionth call to the free 24-hour health advice phone line. Mr Ryall met the parents of a young girl who believe their daughter’s life may have been saved by the advice she … Read more »

Press Release – New Zealand Police

Eastern Bay of Plenty Police have charged a 42 year old Eastern Bay of Plenty man with Dangerous Driving Causing Injury to 16 students following the school bus crash at Ruatoki last September. Read more »

Press Release – New Zealand Police

A 37 year old female was airlifted from the Central Otago Rail Trail and transported to Dunedin Hospital after losing control of her bicycle. Read more »

Press Release – University of Otago

A recent large decrease in campylobacter infection from fresh poultry in New Zealand has also resulted in a significant drop in a neurological condition which can result in paralysis or death. Read more »

Press Release – Tunstall Healthcare

If you live alone and are concerned about your safety in the summer fire and flood season, Tunstall Healthcare, the world’s leading provider of telehealthcare can ensure you are safe and supported. Read more »

Press Release – Cancer Society

This Valentine’s Day Cancer Society Auckland is hosting a Trademe auction, to raise funds to help them support families living with cancer. “The shock and disbelief of a cancer diagnosis is distressing for the whole family. Read more »

Press Release – FebFast

The New Zealand Drug Foundation’s premier FebFast fundraising event started today, with people around the country beginning a month without alcohol. Read more »

Press Release – Health Funds Association of NZ

The health insurance sector has highlighted the need to address a growing imbalance in health funding over the next two decades in papers briefing the incoming Minister of Health released today. Read more »

Press Release – Southern Cross

News release 27 January 2012 Southern Cross Cements Commitment to Christchurch Not-for-profit health insurer Southern Cross Health Society has opened a new permanent office in Harewood for its Canterbury-based sales and support staff, as it looks to support … Read more »