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I’m a doctor – here’s how limiting social media can improve your health

'Two weeks after quitting, I felt a gratifying shift in my life.'

Boil water notice lifted for Manawatū town

Potentially unsafe levels of e-coli bacteria were detected on Thursday.

World Arthritis Day: Expert advice and top tips on how to manage arthritis - and prevent it in the first place

Seven stories full of expert advice on managing arthritis and other inflammation issues.

'An ethical dilemma': 30-year medical career ended by Covid vaccine stance

Doctor tried to keep practising under Māori customary law.

NZ's stance on health and Luxon returns from Laos | Focus Morning Bulletin October 12, 2024

Taxpayers' Union Curia poll shows New Zealanders see health as an important political issue and Christopher Luxon returns from Laos with a vow to bolster the defence industry.

How much does it cost to hire a hitman? About the same as having an IVF baby

A new book looks at the dollar value placed on human life - and who gets to decide.

'Footsteps of our tipuna': New race custodians aim to uphold IronMāori's legacy of inclusion and support

Chairperson Mike Paku said the event had gone from 'strength to strength'.

I tried an Oura Ring for a year - here's what I learnt about my health

OPINION: Putting Prince Harry's and Kim Kardashian's favourite wearable to the test.

Lawyer Sue Grey tearful at tribunal: 'I didn’t mean to breach name suppression'

It is alleged lawyer revealed the name of a child who had suppression in two interviews.

I’m trying 'intermittent sobriety' because I enjoy drinking too much to give it up

Telegraph: Small adjustments to your drinking patterns can seismically affect your health.

The four supplements that are worth taking

From helping prevent cancer and diabetes to improving mood and cognitive function.

Changing lives: Autistic families finding friendship and acceptance together

Jill Fallowfield's children were often being left out in social situations. Not here.

Overcome hurdles with flying colours – and dread: Wyn Drabble

OPINION: 'I never imagined I could fast for three days.'

Opinion: GPs shortage - new solutions needed for sustainable primary healthcare

OPINION: For every $1 spent in primary care, $14 is saved down the line in hospitals.

Can drugs like Ozempic treat the most common eating disorder?

New York Times: Medications can transform how the brain responds to food.

The real reason you’re ‘Tired All The Time’ – and what you can do about it

Are you often overwhelmed and exhausted? You might be suffering from Tatt.

Audrey Young: Govt wasting time and money on pointless election promises

OPINION: Why draft a bill that's going nowhere? Or amend sports rules for no reason?

Health NZ Commissioner overruled CEO on proposed reduction of nurses

Excessive growth in employed nurses was one contributor to the budget blowout.