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Experts stress staying active to manage arthritis and slow its progression.
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Peter Lewis is upgrading his 12 rentals but has questioned why others are exempt.
HIV advance: Twice-yearly shot to prevent infection
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US Supreme Court upholds ban on gender-affirming care for minors
Two dozen Republican-led states have similar laws affecting transgender youth.
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Hemp bevs: US states crack down on cannabis drink craze
States are banning intoxicating cannabis drinks due to rising popularity.
National loses Kiwis’ confidence handling inflation to Labour - survey
Inflation is the top issue for Kiwis and they think Labour is best to keep prices down.
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Melatonin to be sold over counter at NZ pharmacies, 'magic mushroom' rules relaxed
The Government has also approved the use of psilosybin, known as magic mushrooms.
Nature's role: Studies show green spaces help in reducing loneliness
Spending one to two hours in nature weekly may reduce loneliness significantly.
'Long overdue': Kraft Heinz to remove dyes by 2027 amid health concerns
Nearly 90% of Kraft Heinz products are already dye-free.
An end to doctor fee hikes? What GPs say as funding wrangle ends
General practice representatives are in the final stages of negotiations with Health NZ.
UK votes to bar prosecution for abortions in England, Wales
Amendment will halt rise in prosecutions of women over suspected unlawful abortions.
'I wept': White Island tragedy doctor’s anguish at child’s death
The young doctor started a rotation training in intensive care on the day of the disaster.
Why UK abortion law overhaul is crucial for women's rights
The amendment aims to end prosecutions of women for self-terminating pregnancies.
Justin Bieber reveals 'broken' state, admits to anger issues
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Vaccine experts removed by Trump health chief sound the alarm
They say RFK jnr's move has 'left the US vaccine programme critically weakened'.
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Clean frequently used toilets weekly; clean guest toilets monthly.
Health NZ directed to offer 10-year contracts for elective surgeries
Almost 10,000 surgeries were outsourced, nearing the June target of 10,579.
Ukraine’s field hospitals keep getting hit, so they are going underground
The underground hospital is designed to protect medics from targeted attacks.
'I’m gonna see you burn at the stake': Paramedic bit partner on the nose, then strangled her
The man blamed his ex-partner for playing the victim. Now he's lost his medical licence.
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Emma Heming Willis praised her husband for his resilience amid his dementia battle.
Pharmac makes funding U-turn over patches for menopause treatment
Patients will be able to use one of two brands of HRT patch, but availability may vary.
$60m hospital expansion to triple beds, double theatres in Christchurch
Full construction is set to begin in November.
Nurse practitioners step in as US doctor ranks shrink in geriatrics
An expert says US nurses are trying to meet patients’ needs, wherever those patients are.
Rising scrutiny: Economists take key roles in next phase of Covid Inquiry
Economists who found NZ overpaid for Covid health measures hired by Royal Commission.
Meta messages: App users are taking over-sharing to an AI level
Some people are discussing personal questions with chatbots rather than friends or family.
Baby’s death at Auckland daycare sparks call for tighter sleep regulations
The baby was checked every 10 minutes but it wasn't enough and he was found unresponsive.
In some families, the impact of weight-loss jabs is contagious
New York Times: Benefits to patients of losing the flab can be shared around.