Health

Tauranga mural: 25 native details await discovery

A vibrant new mural designed to bring comfort, curiosity and a sense of adventure to their healthcare experience now greets children visiting Tauranga Hospital's... Read More

Sensory exercise highlights dementia awareness

Families, carers and community members were given a powerful insight into the challenges faced by people living with dementia during an awareness event at Radius... Read More

Surf therapy trust rides wave of success

What began as a pilot programme for women at Mount Maunganui has grown into a community trust, with plans to bring the benefits of surf therapy to more people. Surf... Read More

Ōhope man wins ACC battle after two year wait

An Ōhope man who challenged ACC after it declined cover for surgery on a torn rotator cuff is encouraging others to question decisions they believe are wrong. Rob... Read More

'Milestone' for hospital redevelopment

The future redevelopment of Tauranga Hospital has reached an 'important milestone” with early concept images showing what a future building could look... Read More

It’s time to act for men’s health

If you haven't been directly affected by prostate cancer you're bound to know someone who has. One in eight Kiwi men - fathers, brothers, husbands, sons or... Read More

Bra-vo! Pink campervan brings breast health tips

A bright pink campervan offering free breast health advice will take to Bay of Plenty roads for the first time next month. The Breast Cancer Foundation NZ... Read More

Giving back drives couple’s ambulance gift

A new emergency ambulance is serving the Bay of Plenty thanks to the generosity of Tauranga couple Erle and Ursula Dunseath. The new Generation 4 ambulance... Read More

A listening ear for patients when it matters most

Cake, balloons and a chance for a chat will help shine a light on the quiet work of hospital chaplains next week. Tauranga Hospital's chaplaincy team is stepping... Read More

NeuroFest connects Tauranga families with support

More than 25 organisations will come together in Tauranga this weekend to connect neurodivergent families with support. The event comes as a local charity... Read More

Behind the decks with DJ No Hands

The music is pumping, the crowd is moving, and Jacob Lane is behind the decks, but unlike most DJs, he is not using his hands. The 23-year-old Whakatāne... Read More

Online service expanded for winter health demand

Health New Zealand is expanding access to online healthcare services as winter demand continues to put pressure on the health system. The agency has enhanced... Read More