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The reason young women’s bodies are more prone to cancer

The hormone oestrogen is thought to play to a central role.

‘Promising’: Ozempic may protect against Alzheimer’s

New York Times: Could the drugs that upended diabetes and obesity benefit the brain?

‘Different leadership approach required’: Health NZ boss Margie Apa resigns

The troubled national health authority has faced ongoing budget challenges.

Why NZ needs more Māori nurses for culturally safe care

Māori nurses make up only 7% of the workforce, despite 17% of the population.

Argentina to withdraw from World Health Organisation, following behind Trump

South America’s second-largest economy follows US move.

I gave up drinking when my wife only had three months to live

Telegraph: George gave up alcohol to support his wife of 14 years during her final months.

Napier overnight and weekend urgent care services centralised at health centre, for now

Staff at health centre told nurse-led overnight service might be 'delivered differently'.

‘Safe, effective and affordable’: New health minister backs fluoridation stance

Council will make a decision soon on whether to turn on the fluoride taps on March 28.

Could the bird flu become airborne?

New York Times: Scientists warn of airborne threat as bird flu spreads among animals.

Wairoa’s diabetes patients get long-awaited podiatry care

New podiatry service brings relief to Wairoa residents battling diabetes.

Opinion: What's the cure for workplace sick days?

OPINION: Medication education, flexible work deals can combat illness, boost loyalty.

Is red wine really good for you?

From boosting gut health to preventing heart disease, there are benefits to red wine.

Christian counsellor told abused teen she had 'soul ties' to her rapist

Multiple criticisms made of faith-based residential facility with oppressive rules.

Electric vs basic toothbrush: Which is better?

'Just because it's electrical doesn't mean it's magic.'

‘They’ve broken a promise’: Special care unit for sick babies quietly shelved

The new Health Minister has ordered a briefing on why the unit has not been delivered.

Major review links microplastics to reproductive, digestive harm

Researchers urge governments to ban single-use plastics immediately.

Dry January is over - here’s how to (healthily) have a drink again

You don't need to have gone cold turkey over January to adopt these good drinking habits.

Why am I always tired after work? Experts say they have the answer

Can't get off the couch after work? You're not alone, and there's a legitimate reason why.