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Cancer patient on why he’s rejecting apology for flawed care

Health and Disability Commissioner system does not go far enough when patients are wronged

Dad’s rheumatic fever battle inspires NZ doctor’s world-leading research

Jason Gurney say NZ can beat rheumatic fever if focus stays on improving living conditions

Five ways to reduce your dementia risk

The latest science provides more evidence that lifestyle can make a difference.

Retro kitchen hack: Is soaking vegetables in baking soda worth nutritional trade-off?

Soaking vegetables in baking soda used to be as common as slathering butter on toast.

Parkinson’s Disease: Young onset link to the Pacific - one patient had symptoms from age 12

NZ researchers determined to find cure for rare genetic Parkinson's trigger.

Are environmental toxins behind NZ’s alarming increase in Parkinson’s Disease?

Latest research shows link between Parkinson’s and pesticides, so are we still too liberal

When it comes to gluten, are we being taken on a wild wheat-free ride?

The truth about gluten: Separating fact from fiction.

Beer belly or beer myth: Can alcohol cause weight gain?

Nutritionist Jennifer Bowden explains the links between drinking and weight gain.

Cults might neglect vital health needs - now an NZ GP wants to change that

Christchurch GP to launch online tool to provide better healthcare to cult members.

HRT crisis continues - what it means for NZ women

Survey confirms HRT shortage is critical, with most respondents experiencing issues.

Farmed or wild salmon - what’s better for you?

Are farmed salmon a healthy option given their manufactured diet?

Surprising new research into the habits of ‘super-agers’ - and the 12 signs of ageing

Studies of super-agers throw new light on growing old and how to slow it down.

Is healthy eating really too expensive?

Nutritionist Jennifer Bowden crunches the numbers on the cost of healthy diets.

NZ researchers make major tech breakthrough for diagnosing gut problems

Researchers develop a non-invasive technique to investigate gastric issues.

How head injuries can affect your brain for years

What sport is teaching us about head injuries, concussions and neurodegeneration.