Graphic images of the adverse health effects of smoking do deter young adult smokers and should be significantly increased in size, NZ research has found.

A major study has pointed to five "common sense" rules said to reduce the incidence of bowel cancer, along with a range of other life-threatening illnesses.

A grieving husband wants answers on how his wife died from meningococcal disease, despite repeatedly seeking medical help.

Paula Green tells Linda Herrick about a cancer diagnosis which led to a renaissance of writing.

Thousands of bottles of industrial bleach have been sold across NZ as a miracle cure for cancer and HIV, sparking a health warning.

Choosing a sunscreen just got more confusing with the arrival in New Zealand of the first to be rated SPF100.

Health organisations are alarmed at how the internet is being used to promote smoking.

A trans fat found in NZ dairy products is derived from palm kernel feed being given to NZ cows, new research suggests.

Former long-distance running star Allison Roe has defended thermal imaging, a popular but controversial investigation for breast cancer.

Much of Hoffman's writing is rich in symbolism and fantasy, and her latest novel, The Story Sisters, is no exception.

Health authorities are warning women against thermal imaging for breast cancer detection and one expert even says the industry should be shut down.

Thousands of Canterbury residents will probably have to keep boiling water until the end of the week to minimise the risk of disease after Saturday's earthquake.