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2022’s once-in-a-generation health reset improved much about the system – yet everyday access to primary care has become harder for many New Zealanders.
This is not just a bit of nausea and vomiting – it’s a debilitating condition with serious health effects.
Those in the LGBTQIA+ community have much higher rates of eating disorders than the general population, especially trans and non-binary people.
An atmospheric chemist offers quick, easy and inexpensive suggestions to reduce indoor air pollution.
Should I use my aircon? Do I need an air purifier? Can indoor plants help? And which masks actually work for smoke?
Amateur runners and professional athletes differ greatly in demand and support, yet both remain vulnerable to running-related injuries.
Air conditioners are the best defence. But there are other cheap and simple ways to stay cool and reduce your risk of illness.
When a pet dies, your world can unravel as you lose your best friend and anchor in a shifting world.
Listen and watch the trailer for a new podcast exploring the health questions people are obsessing over online, and exploring the weird and wonderful about the body.
Are weighted vests more than a fitness fad? A health and exercise expert explains their potential benefits and limitations.
Exercise can feel more difficult in the heat, but when does it become unsafe? Two experts explain how you can check your risk, at your location.
It can be exhausting for autistic people to live in a world designed for neurotypical people.
Sunscreen shields us from UV rays, but its ads sell perfection, not just protection.
When cities burn, plastics, electronics, cleaning chemicals and much more create a toxic brew. Studies launched during the LA fires a year ago show exposure is often strongest inside homes.
Feeling full isn’t the same as losing weight.
If you get sick just in time for a weekend or your long-awaited holiday, it’s called ‘leisure sickness’. But is it real?
Choosing an area to live is tricky. But many people overlook the importance of walkable, leafy and quiet suburbs. Here’s how to check.
Diet searches surge every January, but most quick fixes do not last. Here are five evidence-based habits that improve health without focusing on weight.
TV adventurer Bear Grylls is famous for his survival hacks. But when it comes to rehydrating by drinking your own pee, was he right?
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