Police and the Ministry of Health are working together in response to growing concerns about the misuse of nitrous oxide, particularly when it is used by drivers. Nitrous oxide is also known by other ...

Abortion is a safe and effective method of terminating a pregnancy when performed by a qualified health practitioner. There are two kinds of abortions available in Aotearoa New Zealand – medical ...

The Ministry of Health is currently reviewing Ngā Paerewa Health and Disability Services Standard 2021 and is inviting people and organisations who are affected by the Standard to participate in a ...

As part of our commitment to openness and transparency, we proactively release lists of advice we have provided to Ministers.

As of 1 February 2026, changes to New Zealand’s prescribing rules for Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) stimulant medicines have come into effect, expanding who can assess, diagnose and ...