Influenza accounts for more than half of all potentially vaccine-preventable hospitalisations of children under 14. But those living in poverty are three times more likely to require hospital care.
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Many people may assume New Zealand’s native birds arrived via Australia. But our new research on the Auckland Island merganser shows they originated from much further away.
The majority of 25 surveyed developments around New Zealand lacked healthy, ecologically meaningful vegetation. Applying biodiversity targets for medium-density housing could turn this around.
New research highlights common threads in cancer survivors’ stories, including the effort it takes to navigate the health system, even for a diagnosis, and the struggle to fund unsubsidised treatments.
The protracted deliberations over joining AUKUS pillar two suggest New Zealand is hoping questions of security, trade and domestic opinion will be solved in time. That’s unlikely.
New research shows the massive gap between those with ADHD and the number of people who are prescribed the medicine that can help.
Netflix’s new series is about the scheming, menacing and murderous courtesans of Heeramandi. Here’s their real history.
The rights-of-nature movement emerged as a response to economic pressures on ecosystems. But the success of projects depends on how well legal liability is defined.
Despite multimillion dollar price tags, rugby stadiums rarely cater to events outside of the sport. So why should communities cover the hefty bill when there is limited benefit to the wider community?
The common triplefin is helping marine scientists understand the negative effects of ‘skyglow’ on coastal fish, which are already more exposed to microplastics, chemicals and noise pollution.
Concern is rising that an in-principle decision has been made about New Zealand joining AUKUS pillar two, without public understanding or political mandate.
A major new exhibition and book showcase Aotearoa New Zealand’s earliest photography, and how the new technology was integral to the colonial project.
Māori and Pacific people already face a disproportionate burden of influenza and a persistently reduced life expectancy. Lowering the age for free flu vaccination is essential for achieving equity.
Remaining outside of AUKUS will mean New Zealand is increasingly vulnerable to global political instability.
Each Easter we see many images of Jesus on the cross – inevitably wearing a loincloth. But the historical evidence shows victims of crucifixion were fully naked to maximise shame as well as pain.
NZ’s sheep industry could be one of the biggest losers with the rise of alternative proteins. Once profitable industries will need to be ready to pivot away from animal-based products.
Steve Harley, who died last week, deserves greater recognition for his contribution to the glam-rock genre and to music in general.
Monitoring methods based on environmental DNA are faster, more comprehensive and cheaper than traditional ecological surveys. They help fill gaps in New Zealand’s data on river health.
Many common insects seem to disappear during autumn and winter – but they are still around. Making your garden a good winter habitat can help these vital pollinators survive and thrive.
New Zealand’s plants and animals are globally unique and underpin primary production and tourism. The government’s fast-tracking proposal threatens to erode the natural capital the economy relies on.
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Professor of Marine Science, University of Otago
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Researcher, Department of Zoology, University of Otago
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Professor of History, University of Otago
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Senior Lecturer, Department of Psychological Medicine, University of Otago
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Associate Professor in Surgery, University of Otago
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Senior Lecturer in Bioethics, University of Otago
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PhD Candidate (Ecology), University of Otago
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Senior Lecturer in Ancient DNA, University of Otago
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Professor in Women's and Children's Health, University of Otago
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Teaching Fellow, School of Humanities and Social Sciences, University of Otago
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Associate Professor in Health Promotion, University of Otago
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Professor of International Relations, University of Otago
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Senior Lecturer in Marketing , University of Otago
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Senior Lecturer in Environmental Economics, University of Otago
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Professor of Ecology, University of Otago
