World Health Organisation
Burnout linked to potentially deadly irregular heartbeat
A new study suggests that you could be at a higher risk of a potentially fatal heart flutter if you are suffering from vital exhaustion or burnout. Study author Dr. Parveen Garg from the University of… Audio
The world's stage is full of global news
What are the updates from the World Health Organisation's emergency meeting about the global risk of the coronavirus from Wuhan, who is speaking today at the World Economic Forum in Davos and is there… Audio
The number of coronavirus cases climbs
Chinese authorities have reported 139 new cases of a mysterious virus in two days, marking the first time that the infection has been confirmed in China outside of Wuhan city. The World Health… Audio
WHO guidelines highlight the growing issue of dementia
The World Health Organisation has released new guidelines on how to prevent dementia and cognitive decline. Audio
New health chief notes fragility of climate-impacted communities
The new regional director for the World Health Organisation is discovering first hand the fragility of communities suffering from the impacts of climate change. Dr Takeshi Kasai is on his first visit… Audio
WHO calls on Pacific businesses to go smoke-free
The World Health Organisation has launched a campaign to crackdown on smoking in the Pacific by engaging with businesses. Audio
Hamilton first NZ city recognised as age-friendly
Hamilton has become the first place in New Zealand to be recognised as an age-friendly city. It's the 600th city or town to receive the honour from the World Health Organisation. Audio
New group looks to help young people living with dementia
The World Health Organisation has recommended that specific services be developed for people diagnosed with dementia at a younger age, as they face unique challenges. Video, Audio
WHO warns of rising cases of a dangerous superbug
Microbiologists are warning there could be thousands of cases of an almost untreatable superbug infection every year in New Zealand if action isn't taken immediately. "Globally we are using… Audio
WHO doubles Zika pregnancy risk period
Travellers returning from areas where Zika is spreading should avoid unprotected sex for at least eight weeks rather than just four, WHO says.
NZ Zika cases spread by unprotected sex - WHO
New Zealand and five other countries are reporting the spread of Zika virus - without it being carried by mosquitoes, the WHO says.
Probable carcinogenic pesticide not yet banned in NZ
A chemical the World Health Organisation considers 'probably carcinogenic' will continue to be used in New Zealand, despite calls for a ban. Audio
WHO research on misuse of antibiotics
A study across 12 countries by the World Health Organisation shows two thirds of people mistakenly believe antiobiotics can cure the common cold and flu, which the WHO says is a global health crisis… Audio
How the media butchered the story about the cancer risks of meat
Why have so many media outlets reported that processed meat is as likely to cause cancer as smoking or asbestos? No scientist has said any such thing. Where were the experts to tell us what was true… Audio
Pacific students, teachers call on WHO to help prevent obesity
Students and teachers from around the region are calling on the WHO to help change local policies that would prevent obesity. Audio
WHO discusses progress on Ebola vaccines and treatments
Nyka Alexander is a spokesperson on Ebola for the World Health Organisation, the United Nations health agency. Audio
WHO in the midst of emergency talks on Ebola
The emergency committee of the World Health Organisation has been meeting in Geneva. Audio
Ebola outbreak could get much worse
Global experts are issuing stark new warnings about the scale of West Africa's Ebola outbreak. Audio
Polio reappearing in conflict zones
Dr Bruce Aylward is the head of the World Health Organisation's polio eradication programme. As the Assistant Director-General for Polio, Emergencies and Country Collaboration he brings together WHO's… Audio
Author of research questioning effectiveness of Tamiflu
Dr Peter Doshi is one of the authors of the research analysing the effectiveness of influenza drugs Tamiflu and Relenza, and an associate editor on the British Medical Journal, which has published the… Audio