PHF Science

The winter blues aren't the only thing making the rounds this season. Here's a look at the latest bugs circulating across Aotearoa New Zealand 🦠

Here's the latest winter respiratory illness update from 2 July 2026.

Under the Weather Report is a series dedicated to breaking down the latest updates on the winter respiratory illnesses in Aotearoa New Zealand collected by PHF Science.

More information can be found on the Respiratory Illness Dashboard - https://www.phfscience.nz/digital-library/respiratory-illness-dashboard/

Health advice can be found at healthnz.govt.nz
Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora

We are pleased to launch a new RadioActive.FM segment: Brainfood for Breakfast🧠

Broadcast fortnightly on Mondays at 8:40am on 88.6FM, science experts will unpack the research behind the headlines and highlight the important role science plays in supporting communities across Aotearoa.

Our first episode features Ashley Bloomfield KNZM CMInstD, Chief Executive of PHF Science, in conversation with host Frida. Together, they introduce PHF Science and reflect on the impact of 100 years of publicly funded science in Aotearoa.

Tune in on Monday, 6th July and start your week with some Brainfood for Breakfast.

RadioActive.FM🩵
8:40am, every second Monday

Listen to the first episode here:
https://www.radioactive.fm/brainfood-for-breakfast-1-sir-ashley-bloomfield-22-06-2026/