The drug could put a stop to one of the world's leading causes of blindness

Scientists accidentally discovered a way to curb weight gain, no matter your diet.

New study has found not having enough salt in your diet may actually be bad for you.

A study has found it's bad for you, your partner's health and your relationships.

A study found dog and cat owners tend to be happier, more successful, and exercise more.

The lead researcher of the paper suggested the results could benefit urban planning.

Odd as it sounds, already being distressed makes it easier to absorb bad news.

These days children are constantly surrounded by TVs, computers, iPads and smartphones.

Scientists find most people try to land dates who are 25 per cent "hotter" than them.

"Being on this journey we realise how uncomfortable it was to be so comfortable."

It's the painful question women without kids dread. Here's why it's a form of harassment.

After being warned of an early grave, Veronica Colbert became a transformation champion.

Employees who put in too much effort perform worse and don't get promoted, study says.

COMMENT: "Why do we not pay mothers who choose to stay home and provide full-time care?"

Lily O'Connell thought she had a bad case of the flu when but she got a rash on her face.

Riding Against Depression makes it through Hamilton. Made with funding from NZ On Air

The two women who have shared the same organ know nothing about one another.

Inflammatory bowel disease affects one in every 227 Kiwis - is lack of vitamin D to blame?

Two of the country's biggest fitness stars are preparing for their toughest challenge yet.

Tennis pro opens up about her struggle with 'postpartum emotions'.

'Today has been the hardest day for me and it'll be a day I will never be able to forget.'

This quiz reveals the fast food you're most likely to get away with.

The teen claimed she was kicked out because men "couldn't contain themselves".

According to a scientist, children should be "educated" about what rude words mean.

Pros of measuring kids' height and weight at school outweigh the cons, writes professor.

Drug-resistant bacteria are now developing resistance to alcohol-based hand sanitisers.

Alcohol research is notoriously bedeviled by what are called 'confounding effects'.

People with a DSL broadband connection get 25 minutes less sleep on average.

Choosing the wrong post-workout snack can cancel out all your hard work.

She wanted a final holiday with her children before passing, but the school said no.