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Revealed: The foods most recalled over safety concerns
Undeclared allergens in food were the leading cause for safety recalls last year.
Why your favourite sleep position may be shortening your life
The position you favour has the potential to trigger its own set of health issues.
How a month without meat slashed my cholesterol
How do you give up meat and dairy when you hate most vegetables and love cheese?
Lionel Richie shares rare update on pal King Charles
The pop star has shed light on the monarch's recent cancer battle.
Family lays complaint after 22-year-old dies suddenly in Middlemore Hospital
The family claimed Jaydyn Barnett was ready to go home but died suddenly after a fall.
Mum of child cancer survivor Quinn Hautapu releases new book
Roanne Hautapu says 'it was excruciatingly painful at times, yet healing' to write.
When to worry about acid reflux
Whether you call it acid reflux or heartburn, certain symptoms require more investigation.
How much time should you spend sitting versus standing?
You might be doing more physical activity than you thought.
The skills Kiwi kids should have at ages 1, 5, 13 and 18
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Eight surprising health benefits of black coffee
Your daily caffeine hit is more powerful than you realise.
Advice: Why does my husband exclude me from family dinners?
New York Times: She has hurt feelings; he says she's being ridiculous.
New York professor's verdict on NZ’s phones-in-schools ban
As the measure kicks in this week, commentators and teachers have differing takes.
David Seymour wants to stop 'lazily' categorising people by race
The Act leader rails against 'lazily looking at everyone through the lens of race'.
A-fib enigma: Why are younger adults developing this common heart condition?
New York Times: Symptoms can include a fluttering heartbeat and palpitations.
What is a vampire facial and is it really safe?
Three women in New Mexico contracted HIV from the treatment — can it happen elsewhere?
'It's destroyed me': School's struggle with asbestos removal
The Ministry of Education is considering giving schools more help with asbestos problems.
'My PMS was so bad I wanted to die': Eric Clapton's daughter's 'hormonal rollercoaster'
Ruth Clapton diagnosed herself with PMDD – an extreme form of premenstrual syndrome.
What your feet can tell you about your health
Feet are often an overlooked, but they can reveal a lot about your overall wellbeing.
Hit an exercise plateau? This is the fastest way to boost your fitness
NYT: Sprinting, at least for short distances, can be a great way to level up your workout.
‘Free-from’ foods could be doing you more harm than good
Unless you have an allergy, 'free-from' foods probably not the best option, say experts.
'A toll on your body': The reality of trying to conceive in your 40s
More women are becoming mothers after the age of 40, according to recent data.
Targets proposed to shrink healthcare wait times to cost $723m
Labour says the proposed cost signals the expense required to reduce treatment delays.
Tairua local gets behind brekkie in pink
Ann Paget has a personal reason to host Pink Ribbon Breakfast.
King Charles 'very unwell' as funeral plans get update
Source says Charles is "really very unwell. More than they are letting on".
Passengers 'repulsed' by mystery liquid on flight
The fluid began gushing from the rear restroom, leaving travellers shocked and disgusted.
'90 is the new 70': Waikato breast surgeon hails screening-age extension
The Government is working to offer free breast cancer screening for those aged 70-74.
‘Red mist’: What causes road rage and how can we stop it?
Heading out of town? Here's how to avoid road rage.
Taupō GP opens special clinic for survivors of sexual assault
The free service aims to help with 'letting go of guilt and shame'.
How to identify ultra-processed foods - and the surprising ones hiding in your cupboard
We know they’re all around us, and we worry they’re bad for us. But how do we spot them?
'I can’t be the mother that I could be': Mum, 27, fights incurable cancer
'All of a sudden I can’t [play with him] and he doesn’t understand why.'
'Impasse': Doctors vote to strike after pay offer rejected
Union members rejected the offers and voted to strike for 25 hours from May 7.
Fat activist Virginia Sole-Smith is inspiring and infuriating her followers
NYT: Sole-Smith's book on diet culture and parenting has propelled her into the spotlight.