Common bacterial infections were the second leading cause of death in 2019, and were linked to one in eight deaths globally, according to an analysis published in The Lancet
People who grew up in deprived socioeconomic conditions, or who were overweight in childhood, are more likely to have poorer kidney function in their 30s and 40s and are more at risk of developing chronic kidney disease as they get older, a University of Otago study has shown
Given the weak outcome on fossil fuels, the agreement to set up a fund to compensate developing countries for climate change loss and damage will be sorely needed, write Dermot Coffey and Summer Wright
Cost deterred slightly more patients from seeking GP care, according to the latest New Zealand Health Survey, contrary to the longer-term and larger-downward trend
Official statistics released today show the Government’s targeted health investments are making a real difference to New Zealanders, Health Minister Andrew Little says
Two studies published by The BMJ provide up to date evidence on the effectiveness of both currently licensed and possible COVID-19 treatments under everyday (‘real world’) conditions, helping to shed more light on whether these drugs can prevent people from becoming seriously ill
The Annual NZ Health Survey has released results for 2022 which provides valuable information about the health and wellbeing of whānau living in Aotearoa
Specialist GP Nikki Vadgama provides some tips to make your next paediatric eczema consult easier. She includes a review of new guidelines, resources, websites and medications for paediatric eczema management