Hospice

Most people will know someone, or know of someone who've utilised the services of a hospice in New Zealand.But this valued and cherished, free service is under threat. Hospice NZ Acting Chief… Audio

Margaret explains how the data could have application for mobile apps and wearable technology rather than constant phone calls or visits from health workers. Audio

How can end of life and bereavement care for Māori be improved? Wellington's Mary Potter Hospice has just held a symposium - Whetū i te Rangi - on the subject, the first of its kind. Vanessa Eldridge… Audio

Jodi Picoult admits she was initially terrified about publishing her new novel, The Book of Two Ways, during a pandemic. But this book - her 27th - has rejigged itself in her mind to become what she… Audio

Now that we've moved from level four to level three, up to 10 people are allowed to gather for a private service for their loved ones. Funeral Directors say it has been heartbreaking for the whanau of… Audio

Increased pressure on hospitals and hospices around the country is leading to more end of life patients being sent to aged care rest homes for their final months. Researchers at Otago University have… Audio

People are dumping junk on the doorsteps of charity shops in Whangarei. We talk to Karen Sandoy of the North Haven Hospice. Audio

Palliative care medical specialist, Anne O'Callaghan on improving communication between health professionals and terminally ill patients and their families. Her recently completed PhD looked in part… Audio

It's one of the only certainties life but one of the least discussed subjects when it comes to talking about how you want it do it.... dying. But a group in Australia is aiming to change the culture… Audio