Antibiotic resistance could cause over 39 million deaths by 2050
One study forecast a near-70% future increase in deaths due to antimicrobial resistance.
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New York Times: Should addiction be reclassified as a chronic brain disease?
Demi Moore gives Bruce Willis health update
Willis was diagnosed with aphasia and later frontotemporal dementia.
'Significant' increase in serious lung disease around NZ
The number of NZers impacted by asthma or serious lung disease has increased 40%.
Sarah Beeny: Being cancer-free is frightening but Catherine’s children will get her through it
OPINION: The property expert – who got the all-clear last year – has advice for Kate.
'He means the world to me': Auckland man fighting for life after contracting typhoid
'We do not know when he will recover, and the doctors have not provided a time frame.'
Five things that raise your risk of Type 2 diabetes
Telegraph: A look at the risk factors as well as the preventative measures.
Further Mpox cases confirmed after Queenstown Winter Pride Festival
Five cases of Mpox have now been confirmed as of today.
13 ways to get rid of a cold – fast
Telegraph: The average adult catches two to four colds a year.
How I took care of my partner with dementia and saved myself
People told me to put my husband into a home. Here’s why I didn’t.
Mpox outbreak: Case linked to Queenstown’s Winter Pride Festival
Today’s confirmed case brings the number of cases of mpox in NZ to 54.
Warning of mpox outbreak for Queenstown Winter Pride attendees
Anyone who attended Winter Pride is being warned to watch out for symptoms of mpox.
Rise in babies born with syphilis will continue if sexual health workforce not boosted
There are currently 15 specialists in NZ, half of them due to retire in the next 10 years.
Opinion: The important fact missing from Elle Macpherson cancer coverage
When the media reports on celebrity cancer, are we really getting the whole story?
Retiree, 87, enjoys ‘very active’ life 20 years after cancer diagnosis
'I just carried on as life was normal.'
How can I boost my immune system?
Chronic stress can make us vulnerable to illnesses - here's what you can do about it.
Phones don't give you brain cancer, study says
'We found no increased risk, even with 10-plus years exposure.'
Fever's hidden strength: Gisborne woman's research reveals T-cells' 'supercharged' response
'Fever might be our body's way of launching an attack against infection.': researcher
Jigsaw Whanganui’s Tim Metcalfe retires to battle terminal illness
'Every day since then I’ve counted as a blessing.'
The Cure’s Roger O’Donnell diagnosed with 'rare and aggressive form' of cancer
The keyboardist implored those with the 'faintest thought' of symptoms to get tested.
Tony Johnson: How a routine blood test helped save me from cancer
OPINION: We take our cars in to get an annual WoF, so why not ourselves?
Beefing up cattle disease detection takes students to France
Students hope their device will help Kiwi farmers tackle the potentially deadly infection.
'It’s better to burn out than to fade away': Former principal's pearls of wisdom
Garelja’s attitude toward life has put him in good stead regarding treatment.
‘Life doesn’t have to be derailed’: What it's like battling stage 4 colon cancer
Jess Thompson, 28, shares her story of heartbreak and hope.
Ulcers, cracks and sores: What can your mouth tell you about your health?
The different kinds and causes - and when should you worry.
The symptoms of high cholesterol - and how to know if it’s ‘good’ or ‘bad’
High cholesterol might be symptomless, but it's a silent risk factor for heart disease.
'World-first' tech could screen for early Alzheimer’s
The device is said to detect genetic markers of the disease in minutes.
Air NZ partners with Koru Care to make 50 children's dreams come true
Air NZ and Kohu Care flight tradition continues with a scenic South Island flight.
Is your ham sandwich raising your risk of developing diabetes?
Heard processed meat causes health problems? Here's the science behind the headlines.
Deadly strain of mpox sparks global health concerns - what you need to know
A new outbreak of the virus formerly known as monkeypox is sparking health warnings.
Hospitals, GP clinics still busy with flu: Why has it hit NZ so hard this year?
One of the biggest flu seasons in years likely to drag on well into spring, doctors say.
Mpox variant has Thailand, WHO concerned
Country's health authorities say man was likely infected from an endemic country.
‘After a mastectomy, my body was a horror show': Cancer survivor on battling to find beauty
Telegraph: My body was bruised and uneven. But I’ve found the beauty and strength in it.