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Smokefree legislation breaches Treaty - Māori health experts
Health advocates want Waitangi Tribunal to hear urgent case against new smokefree changes.
Clear the air: Govt ministers asked to disclose tobacco industry links
Government remains under scrutiny over its smokefree repeals - and any industry influence.
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RATs will remain free until at least the end of June
The current national supply of RATs was due to run out in February.
Could this salt alternative help reduce blood pressure?
You don’t need to change how you cook, you just need to switch the type of salt you buy.
Popular Netflix star diagnosed with alopecia
The Riverdale star shared the news while she was undergoing red light therapy.
Kīngitanga calls for Māori hospital to fulfil the vision of Princess Te Puea
The call is part of its message of mana motuhake to the Crown.
‘I think my time’s up’: Grandfather’s brush with death after frightening bee encounter
Bees had never bothered Sean Pont, so life-threatening allergic reaction came as a shock.
New research shows which families are most at risk of cot death
First study of Pacific infant sleep practices finds gaps in the way advice is being given.
Senior doctor flies in from Australia to work on-site one week in four
Te Whatu Ora will not discuss how much this costs.
My child is in danger of becoming obese – what can I do?
As a parent, how do you handle your child gaining weight?
Associate Health Minister likely confused over conflicting tobacco tax comments - PM
A leaked document indicated the NZ First MP had asked for advice on an excise tax freeze.
'Numerous risk factors': Nurse issues meningococcal warning as school resumes
Caryn Williams says many factors contribute to young adults being at risk.
Alzheimer’s disease passed to patients from growth hormones
Five people treated with a tainted human growth hormone show symptoms of Alzheimer’s .
Physio suspended for sexual misconduct on young female athlete patient
The physio indecently touched the girl on multiple occasions.
Māori and Pasifika infants and toddlers made up 55% of meningitis cases last year
Meningococcal disease cases among Kiwi teens and young adults have risen by 88 per cent.
Ready, set, goal: How to set yourself up for a year of health and fitness
Learn how to redefine your identity and develop habits that support your wellbeing.
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Nurse fired over anti-vax posts may need to pay $20k
Amanda Turner was dismissed in 2021 after 'posting anti-vaccine information on Facebook'.
'Foolish old man': Osteopath who performed sex act on patient revealed
Joe Crozier nonconsensually penetrated a patient while her child was in the room.
How birth control is affecting your emotions
Aside from altering menstrual cycles, oral contraceptives can also affect the brain.
'Massively regret that': Woman's warning to long-haul flyers
A young woman slept through a 20-hour flight, with a painful consequence.
How to solve your own problems without going to a therapist
Here’s a common-sense guide on coping with life’s ups and downs.
'Your confidence takes a hammering': Nurse speaks out about verbal abuse from patients
It comes as assaults on staff at Bay of Plenty hospitals have been rising.
'Betrayed by my brain': Mum's devastating diagnosis
The diagnosis came five years after the mum-of-two underwent lifesaving surgery.
'Your confidence takes a hammering': Nurse speaks out about verbal abuse from patients
She is calling for the "long-term" increase of extra security guards at hospitals.
Gene therapy allows 11-year-old boy to hear for the first time
New York Times: The genetic treatment targeted a particular kind of congenital deafness.
Dry January is nearly over. Here’s how to raise a glass - healthily
Congratulations for finishing Dry January. Now here's how to ease yourself back.
King Charles still in hospital as Queen returns to visit
Camilla heads back to hospital as reports suggest Charles must remain over the weekend.
Morrissey of The Smiths' health in question after cancelling shows
The musician is 'receiving medical supervision' and has been advised to stay in Zurich.
The surprising ways to deal with chronic pain
Many people suffer from chronic pain; what are you able to do about yours?
Just had Covid-19? This tricky variant was most likely behind it
The highly mutated JN.1 variant likely now makes up 80 per cent of NZ cases.
Jay Leno files for conservatorship over wife
The iconic talk show host has been married to his wife Mavis since 1980.