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On The Up: First aid training returns to Niue after 12 years, 80 locals trained
Courses included basic life support and advanced resuscitation skills.

'Reprehensible': Expert blasts behaviour of doctor who allegedly had sex at clinic
However, the expert ended up softening his views after questions from counsel.

Senior doctors to go on strike for 24 hours on May 1 over pay rates, understaffing
The union said it was the first 24-hour strike in its 35-year history.

Opinion: Focusing on a child’s strengths can help them thrive after an ADHD, autism diagnosis
A new research paper has developed a strengths checklist for parents and clinicians.

How common are errors in IVF labs? Can they be prevented?
An Australian woman recently gave birth to a stranger's baby after an IVF embryo mix-up.

I’m a gastroenterologist - here are 8 tips to improve your gut health
Washington Post: Science-backed advice that can help give your gut a boost.

90s Hollywood actor’s heartbreaking cause of death revealed
Katt was found in his apartment by a landlord collecting overdue rent.

Is Ashburton's water supply a health risk to babies? Council denies Greenpeace claims
Greenpeace tests have shown high nitrate levels in Ashburton's drinking water.

Crime proceeds could fund drug addiction help, Mental Health Minister says
The Mental Health Minister says crime proceeds could help fund meth addiction services.

On The Up: Rural doctor shortage - how one medical programme is solving the crisis
West Coast GP plays key role in University of Otago's Rural Medical Immersion Programme.

Property Insider: What can be done about Seascape? Rich-lister Kurt Gibbons’ waterfront Herne Bay house sale
'Our hope remains that this civil dispute is resolved as quickly as possible' - McCormick

'Sex on the leather couch': Doctor faces tribunal for 'blurring professional boundaries'
The doctor denies that any sexual activity took place while at his work.

Family's residency declined as son considered ‘burden’ on health system
The family moved to Warkworth in 2020, leaving South Africa for safety.

'Extremely traumatic': Doctor's error with implant leads to unwanted pregnancy
The non-binary person thought they were protected but became pregnant while overseas.

Five science-backed longevity ‘hacks’ that don’t cost a fortune
New York Times: You don’t need an expensive gym membership to live a healthier life.

On The Up: The Hits' Ben Boyce on going viral and finding his feet after TV
"I definitely don’t spend every hour in a novelty costume yelling 'rizz' and 'skibidi'."

SAS soldier's miraculous survival after 100km/h skydiving crash
A skydiving crash nearly took Jono Magee's life. This is how he was saved.

Mum-of-eight graduates with degree earned during cancer treatment
Parata studied during chemotherapy, often logging in from Auckland Hospital.

TikTok dance sensation siblings seek glory for NZ at world champs
Auckland is set to become the epicenter of global dance this weekend.

'Very high risk': NZ doctors warn travellers amid measles surge
NZ's low vaccination rates mean measles could spread quickly if it arrives.

'No words to say': Family mourn 6yo boy who died after routine tonsil surgery
The boy will be farewelled on Saturday at a 'celebration of life' ceremony.