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![Cancer deaths are down, so why does cancer scare us so much?](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Cancer deaths are down, so why does cancer scare us so much?
Cancerphobia is as strong as ever, experts say, even as mortality falls.
![The benefits of a low-sugar diet, and the foods to eat and avoid](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
The benefits of a low-sugar diet, and the foods to eat and avoid
If you're confused about which sugars are healthy, here's a guide to the sweet stuff.
![How long does it really take to sober up?](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
How long does it really take to sober up?
Gareth Davies attempted to sober up after binge drinking with an alcohol monitor attached.
![Celine Dion suffers 'upsetting' seizure in new documentary](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Celine Dion suffers 'upsetting' seizure in new documentary
Dion included the footage in the documentary so others could understand her struggles.
![What you should – and shouldn’t – do two hours before you want to sleep](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
What you should – and shouldn’t – do two hours before you want to sleep
From doomscrolling to drinking an extra glass of wine, what wrecks our sleep?
![How might ultra-processed foods affect our immune system?](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
How might ultra-processed foods affect our immune system?
Often a cost-effective, convenient option in a busy world, but there may be a trade-off.
![Expansion plans: Where new McDonald's are rising](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Expansion plans: Where new McDonald's are rising
Three new Auckland outlets opened last year but another four are coming nationally soon.
![The 10 health benefits of giving up alcohol](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
The 10 health benefits of giving up alcohol
With Dry July coming up, here's why going dry will improve many aspects of your life.
![What’s the difference between Alzheimer’s and dementia?](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
What’s the difference between Alzheimer’s and dementia?
Dementia manifests in various ways, so how do you tell different types apart?
![How probiotics can revolutionise our health](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
How probiotics can revolutionise our health
Our skin, immune system and mental health can all improve if we improve our microbiome.
![Making these midlife lifestyle changes could prevent dementia](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Making these midlife lifestyle changes could prevent dementia
Midlife is proving a key period where intervention could prevent almost half of all cases.
!['Sleeping on it' really does help - just ask the experts](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
'Sleeping on it' really does help - just ask the experts
We spend roughly twenty-six years of our life asleep. What is it all worth it for?
![Explained: Do 'smart drugs' really boost your brain?](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Explained: Do 'smart drugs' really boost your brain?
Humans have long been searching for a 'magic elixir' to make us smarter.
![Do you have social anxiety or are you just shy?](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Do you have social anxiety or are you just shy?
Although they evoke similar feelings, they're distinguished for good reason.
![IV drips could be the next travel amenity. Should you give it a try?](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
IV drips could be the next travel amenity. Should you give it a try?
Travellers are adding a new item to their itinerary; IV drips.
![How much saturated fat can you ‘get away’ with eating?](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
How much saturated fat can you ‘get away’ with eating?
A new study suggests athletes and regular exercisers can tolerate more than we think.
![Six week meditation course promises peace and focus](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Six week meditation course promises peace and focus
Gisborne health coach Becs Erickson teaches powerful meditation techniques.
![Nearly half of all cancer cases are linked to obesity](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Nearly half of all cancer cases are linked to obesity
Study finds excess weight could be fuelling more than 30 types of the disease.
![The surprising health benefits of dirt](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
The surprising health benefits of dirt
Digging into some dirt can unearth the secret to a strong immune system.
![Revealed: The foods most recalled over safety concerns](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Revealed: The foods most recalled over safety concerns
Undeclared allergens in food were the leading cause for safety recalls last year.
![Why your favourite sleep position may be shortening your life](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Why your favourite sleep position may be shortening your life
The position you favour has the potential to trigger its own set of health issues.