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Not great news for the anti fluoride brigade
University of Otago

Not great news for the anti fluoride brigade

A long-term US study finds recommended fluoride levels in drinking water do not harm cognition and may slightly improve school test scores.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Tue, 25th Nov 2025
An inclusive workforce
Autism

An inclusive workforce

The partnership aims to help construction firms support autistic apprentices as employers face labour shortages and demand for skilled workers rises.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Wed, 2nd Apr 2025
Concerns over complete removal of Covid-19 protections
University of Otago

Concerns over complete removal of Covid-19 protections

Experts warn higher infections could hit vulnerable patients as masking and mandatory isolation are removed from New Zealand healthcare settings.

By Michael Curreen • 4 min read • Tue, 15th Aug 2023
Technology to address mental health in construction
Drones

Technology to address mental health in construction

Mental health pressures are prompting builders to invest in tech and change work practices, with 45% reporting employee wellbeing issues.

By Michael Curreen • 3 min read • Mon, 12th Sep 2022
Auckland ‘below average’ international study finds
Urban Planning

Auckland ‘below average’ international study finds

Researchers say the city lacks health-focused planning, with low walkability and only 56 percent of residents near regular public transport.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Mon, 16th May 2022
Construction sector twice as vulnerable to suicide
Construction

Construction sector twice as vulnerable to suicide

New Otago University research shows New Zealand’s construction workers face more than twice the suicide risk of the wider workforce.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Wed, 10th Nov 2021
Landlords to be forced to provide rent relief
Real estate

Landlords to be forced to provide rent relief

Property groups warn the proposal could let well-funded firms seek cuts, leaving the most vulnerable tenants with less support.

By Michael Curreen • 6 min read • Sun, 3rd Oct 2021
Is vaping the way to a smokefree Aotearoa?
World Health Organisation

Is vaping the way to a smokefree Aotearoa?

Ministry of Health backing for vaping as a quit aid is tempered by uncertainty over long-term risks and youth uptake.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Wed, 5th May 2021
Five steps to stopping the next pandemic
Supply Chain

Five steps to stopping the next pandemic

Experts say missed warnings, weak global co-ordination and patchy vaccine logistics left the world exposed to COVID-19 and another outbreak.

By Staff Writer • 7 min read • Mon, 1st Mar 2021

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Heidi raises USD $16.6m to ease clinician workloads
Artificial Intelligence

Heidi raises USD $16.6m to ease clinician workloads

Melbourne-based healthcare AI firm Heidi has raised USD $16.6 million to enhance its services, aiming to reduce clinicians' administrative burden and improve patient care.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 7th Mar 2025
IWD 2024: How AI can help new mothers with their mental health
Unified Communications

IWD 2024: How AI can help new mothers with their mental health

New research reveals the undeniable potential of AI chatbots, like Wysa, to provide essential mental health support to expectant and new mothers.

By Smriti Joshi • 4 min read • Thu, 7th Mar 2024
Advancing genomic sequencing and public health with digital infrastructures
Data Protection

Advancing genomic sequencing and public health with digital infrastructures

Advancements in genomic sequencing and digital infrastructure are revolutionizing healthcare and accelerating research and collaboration.

By Eric Hui • 5 min read • Fri, 12th Aug 2022
Microsoft and Avanade join forces with WHO to develop a World Health Data Hub
Health Technologies

Microsoft and Avanade join forces with WHO to develop a World Health Data Hub

The World Health Organization, Microsoft, and Avanade are partnering to develop a World Health Data Hub to streamline global health data.

By Ryan Morris-Reade • 4 min read • Tue, 8th Jun 2021
Massive WHO scam busted - 'DarkPath Scammers' group suspected
Phishing

Massive WHO scam busted - 'DarkPath Scammers' group suspected

The scam campaign comprised a network of 134 websites that attempted to lure people in by asking them to take a survey for a monetary reward.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Thu, 6th May 2021
Red Hat and the World Health Organisation team up to democratise healthcare knowledge
Unified Communications

Red Hat and the World Health Organisation team up to democratise healthcare knowledge

Red Hat Open Innovation Labs virtual residency has helped the World Health Organisation (WHO) to create a DevOps platform for ongoing open innovation.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Thu, 19th Nov 2020

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Jamie Norton joins ISACA Board of Directors for 2024-2025 term
Displays

Jamie Norton joins ISACA Board of Directors for 2024-2025 term

Jamie Norton, an Australian cybersecurity veteran, joins ISACA's Board of Directors for the 2024-2025 term, aiming to fortify global digital trust amidst growing cyber threats.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Thu, 29th Aug 2024
From pixels to playgrounds: the urgent need for balance in our children's digital lives
EduTech

From pixels to playgrounds: the urgent need for balance in our children's digital lives

As children's lives become increasingly digitalised, health experts highlight the immediate need to balance screen-time with physical activity, combating sedentary habits and potential obesity risks.

By Carmen Dodds • 3 min read • Fri, 2nd Feb 2024