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Death after man’s methadone dose changed

· March 2, 2026

Source: Radio New Zealand Andy Dean Photography/ 123rf Two people had their therapeutic methadone doses changed by Te Whatu Ora against their will, with one man dying of an overdose...

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Wāhine Māori acknowledged with awards for cancer research

· March 2, 2026

Source: Radio New Zealand Katya Hutton. Supplied / Cancer Society Three emerging Māori researchers leading innovative projects to improve cancer outcomes for whānau Māori will receive this year’s Māori Cancer...

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AI scribe now in every emergency department

· March 2, 2026

Source: New Zealand Government Every emergency department in the country now has access to an artificial intelligence scribe tool, marking a major milestone in reducing administrative burden and freeing up...

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PSA nurses vote to accept settlement

· March 2, 2026

Source: New Zealand Government Health Minister Simeon Brown has welcomed the successful ratification of two new collective agreements for members of the Public Service Association (PSA), covering Public Health Nurses...

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Expanded NICU to support more babies in Christchurch

· February 28, 2026

Source: New Zealand Government A $13.9 million investment to upgrade and expand the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit at Christchurch Women’s Hospital will provide a significant boost to neonatal care services...