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Unsafe Peptides, AI Guidance: A new Re: News investigation says $200 peptide vials are being sold “in broad daylight” in NZ, with buyers using AI chatbots to get injection instructions—raising serious safety concerns as many products aren’t Medsafe-approved and lack clinical testing. Hospice Funding Squeeze: Hospices nationwide are turning away dying patients, warning they need an extra $80m–$100m a year as costs rise and government funding lags. HIV Preparedness for NZ: With Fiji reporting a weekly HIV diagnosis surge, NZ experts are urging better readiness here, pointing to rapid community testing as a model. Hantavirus Quarantine Fallout (Australia): Six passengers from the MV Hondius outbreak, including one New Zealander, have started strict 3-week quarantine in Perth after repatriation. Workplace Safety: WorkSafe has laid charges against Dunedin robotics firm Scott Technology after an employee death in April 2025. Global Maternal Health: Former First Lady Monica Geingos has been appointed chair of the PMNCH maternal and child health alliance.

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