The Latest Breaking News from Te Whatu Ora

Just over two years ago, terminally ill New Zealanders were given the right to request a medically assisted death with the End of Life Choice Act. But having assisted dying legally available doesn’t mean everyone has the access.

As we transition to a national health system under Te Whatu Ora, we need to empower health psychologists to focus on their mahi, rather than fight for their existence, argues David Lim

Comment: The government elected in October will need to produce evidence-informed plans and policies that back up their election rhetoric and promises on health.

Junior doctors heading into pay negotiations next month say they are now earning less than their nursing counterparts and in an environment where having a family is frowned on and flexible working is rare, reports Jo Moir

Jeremy Holman was a senior British Army engineering officer overseeing the construction of community and medical facilities in war-torn Afghanistan; now he's building hospitals and community clinics in New Zealand. Jonathan Milne reports.

Local leaders ask that Te Whatu Ora delivers the capital investment they say their communities need. Jonathan Milne reports.

Legislation allowing pay equity claims for care and support workers will expire at the end of the year and unions are pushing for the Ministry of Health and the Public Service Commission to come to the party. 

Emergency departments not designed to deal with the number of patients they now see are sagging under the weight of serious over-occupancy.

A hard-fought settlement offer for public nurses is a headache for the aged care sector.