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Most Kiwis say their health is good, but are not getting regular checks - health insurer

Māori feel less healthy than Pākehā, despite being more committed to health screening.

Safety fears as police prepare to pull back from distress calls

Mental Health Minister Matt Doocey says a plan will be presented to Cabinet next month.

Warnings of abdominal cancer 'epidemic' as Kate reveals diagnosis

Cancer is affecting fit, younger people more often – researchers don't yet understand why.

How to actually rest and relax this long weekend

Feeling burned out? There are ways you can optimise this holiday for rest.

Will you marry...me and my hybrid workstation?

It's tactical: How working couples make their hybrid work situations suit them.

How to ‘switch on’ your anti-ageing genes – and live longer

Lifestyle habits are intertwined with how our genes are expressed.

'I’m not surprised women prioritise sleep over orgasms'

More than 85 per cent of women would choose sleep as a priority over anything else.

Chronic pain rarely improved by surgery, academic says

Studies have shown little evidence for performing surgery on people with chronic pain.

'Blindsided' Prince Harry reaches out to royals after cancer announcement

The Sussexes reached out privately following the Princess of Wales’ cancer diagnosis.

Disability sector appalled by sudden restrictions on support funding

The changes were announced with no warning and were effective immediately.

They fell in love during the pandemic. Then everything fell apart

New York Times: Four readers share their pandemic relationship regrets.

'We're relieved': Pharmac cancer funding welcomed by families

The new rule means every child with cancer receives the same access to vital medicine.

Gwyneth Paltrow’s latest wellness fad changed my life

OPINION: The A-lister’s latest wheeze is to teach us eyes-open meditation.

Step change: How to lose 1kg a fortnight by walking

Telegraph: Walking is free, it's simple and it can be 'life-changing', says Fiona Gibson.

Meet the ordinary people whose lives have been ruined by AI

A new book sheds startling light on the effect AI is having on our day-to-day lives.

Are you sitting too long in your office job?

Sedentary behaviour can result in chronic health conditions - here's what you can do.

Tell-tale sign that led to supermodel's cancer diagnosis

Doctors found a 'basal cell carcinoma' on Christie Brinkley's face.

Ministry of Health staff told job losses likely as department tries to slash costs

The ministry has paused recruitment and is looking to defer spending where possible.