The Ministry of Health formally acknowledges the passing of former Director-General of Health, Dame Karen Poutasi.

It is with sadness that the Ministry of Health acknowledges the recent passing of Fiji Permanent Secretary for Health and Medical Services, Dr Jemesa Tudravu. Dr Andrew Old, Deputy Director-General, ...

This report presents findings from the Global Burden of Disease Study 2021, focusing on the years of life lost for Māori in Aotearoa New Zealand. It highlights the leading causes of premature death ...

The latest New Zealand Health Survey confirms a significant decline in the number of smokers over the past decade.

The Annual Data Explorer presents results from the 2024/25 New Zealand Health Survey, with comparisons to earlier surveys where possible. Results are available by gender, age group, ethnic group, ...

How we’re working to improve health outcomes for all New Zealanders.

New Zealanders are being strongly encouraged to ensure they are fully protected against measles before travelling overseas, with active outbreaks in many popular overseas destinations with previously ...

Minister of Science, Innovation and Technology Dr Shane Reti announced a new funding decision maker - Research Funding New Zealand - a new independent board that will replace multiple decision-makers, ...

The Ministry of Health's advice on the use of paracetamol in pregnancy has not changed. Paracetamol continues to be the safest medicine to take in pregnancy if you require pain relief or treatment for ...

This publication presents an overview of the current state of public health in Aotearoa New Zealand, using health-related data from a range of sources for the 2024 calendar year.

The Ministry of Health wants to hear your feedback on the proposed amendments to the specified prescription medicines list for designated pharmacist prescribers. The current schedule of prescription ...