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Justin Bieber shares emotional Instagram post amid wellbeing concerns

'I personally have always felt unworthy'.

Iwi-Māori partnership unveils plan to boost health outcomes from Taumarunui to Whanganui

The plan focuses on 'culturally attuned and responsive' health and wellbeing outcomes.

‘Will cost lives’: Outcry over Govt’s bowel screening decision

Experts argue earlier screening for Māori could prevent more bowel cancer deaths.

‘A tragedy’: Guru fined after Kiwi woman dies at magic mushroom retreat

Diane Mathews was fined $3000 for supplying magic mushrooms at a retreat.

What broccoli does to your heart and prostate health

Brocolli has a lot to offer from boosting our gut health to warding off dementia.

‘No imminent danger’: Pope Francis’ condition stabilises

Pope Francis is 88 and has been hospitalised since February 14 with pneumonia.

Health NZ apologises over woman’s month-long wait for ultrasound results

A New Plymouth woman's ultrasound results were delayed for a month.

Napier healthcare services in the spotlight at public meeting

An opposition MP and city leaders are expected at Thursday night's meeting.

‘Improving but significant work ahead’: Tairawhiti’s immunisation push

Tairawhiti achieved the highest ED efficiency, with 92.2% treated in six hours.

Swearing is linked with increased pain tolerance and strength

From pain relief to physical strength, the benefits of swearing go beyond just venting.

Armed man shot by Secret Service near White House in critical condition

The man allegedly brandished a gun, prompting multiple agents to fire.

Were these public sector leaders pressured out of their jobs? – Audrey Young

OPINION: Sir Brian Roche says he'd call out political pressure on public service leaders.

Opinion: Kiwis deserve a national action plan for endometriosis

OPINION: Too often, those with endometriosis feel unheard or dismissed.

Omega-3 is vital for your health. These are the signs you’re deficient

Telegraph:It’s billed as a wonder supplement, but how much do we need?

‘Absolutely gutted’: Dramatic overhaul of $155m of Whānau Ora contracts includes John Tamihere-led agency

Four new agencies will be chosen and up to 1000 jobs could be affected.

The worst late-night snacks for your health (and what to swap them with)

Late-night snacks often lead to blood sugar spikes, crashes and adrenaline responses.

The science behind over-hyped weight-loss supplements doesn’t stack up

Telegraph: Before buying that ‘fat-burning’ pill, here’s what experts say you should know.

Brown wants health target to monitor how quickly Kiwis can get into GP

There's already many health targets, but none currently cover GPs.