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Teen's junk food diet causes him to go blind, deaf
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Woman's wheelchair 'branded hoax' after she stood up
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'No jab, no pay': Dr Lance O'Sullivan says cut benefits for parents who won't vaccinate
Prominent doctor wants fines, benefit cuts for parents who won't vaccinate.
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Focus Live: PM Jacinda Ardern on NZ's measles outbreak
Focus Live: PM Jacinda Ardern on NZ's measles outbreak
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Focus Live: Update on confirmed measles cases across NZ
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Measles outbreak numbers rise to 804 in Auckland
A vaccine programme will start at the worst-hit school tomorrow.
Australian woman wakes up with Italian accent
Her medical condition is so rare, some doctors have accused her of faking it.
Teenager left in coma after vaping for years
A teenager has shared a warning to others after being placed in a coma due to vaping.
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Full fat dairy: Is it good for you?
When it comes to dairy we should take a big-picture view, says Niki Bezzant.
Victoria Aitken: I learned to read my dreams - and you can too
COMMENT: Ever wonder what your subconscious is trying to tell you as you sleep?
Niki Bezzant: An apple a day keeps impetigo away
COMMENT: Fruit in schools is helping keep kids healthy.
World first: Lab-grown brains as active as premature babies
"It's exciting as the brain is considered a black box. We have no idea how it's wired."
Measles scare: Secondary schools rugby league comp canned
The competition was to be held at Pulman Park in Takanini next week.