Your weekly health news round-up from a variety of trusted sources
Junior doctors to go on strike
Junior doctors are planning to go on strike on Tuesday, 15 January for 48 hours after mediation talks failed. Read more
Whooping cough outbreak
Health authorities are calling for vigilance in Auckland following a second spike in the number of whooping cough (pertussis) cases. Read more
Quitline preparing for influx
Quitline is expecting an influx of calls this month from people wanting to stop smoking following the January 1 increase on tobacco tax. Read more
Warning issued after spike in Auckland food poisoning cases
The number of Campylobacter cases across Auckland has spiked prompting health officials to remind people to take care when storing, handling and preparing chicken. Read more
New report lists 10 best diets for 2019
A panel of experts has revealed the 10 best diets from around the world to help keep you in good health. Read more
Smoking cannabis affects sperm count
A new study has found smoking cannabis may lower sperm count and change its DNA structure. Read more