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Employee praised for handling autistic boy's 'meltdown'

9-year-old Ralph became overwhelmed when a theme park's Spider-Man ride shut early.

Why Europeans do summer better than Kiwis

Summer in Europe is in full swing. Here's why it's better than the sunny season at home.

What prompted Oprah's 19kg weight loss?

The talk show host has revealed a diagnosis that pushed her to significant weight loss.

'Cold, grey and wasn't moving': Mum of twins unthinkable heartbreak

It's every mum's worst nightmare. But Julie's situation was even more heartbreaking.

The symptoms that point to coeliac disease

Around 60-70,000 Kiwis have coeliac disease. Eighty per cent of them don't know it.

X-Men star reveals unique tip to keeping fit

When it comes to preparing for Hollywood flicks, nothing is off limits.

How your mental health can affect your dog

Keep yourself calm — for dog's sake.

Niki Bezzant: How your diet can improve your mood

COMMENT: Taking GST off fresh fruit and veges could improve physical and mental health.

Mum who dropped bottle of perfume on her foot had to have it amputated

A mother developed chronic regional pain syndrome after perfume fell on her foot.

Vegan mum dies after rejecting medical help

Mum who had cancer has died after trying a vegan diet instead of taking doctor's advice.

e-Scooters: Head injury experts want tougher rules

Almost 400 people have reported head injuries caused while using e-scooters.

Focus Live: No new Covid-19 cases for 13 days

There have been 13 days in a row of no new Covid-19 cases and Director-General of Health Ashley Bloomfield says New Zealand is the envy of many other countries.

The real life 'Sleeping Beauty' who sleeps 22 hours a day

The condition causes her to sleep for up to 22 hours a day for weeks or months on end.

12 Questions: Wellness writer Rachel Grunwell

Rachel Grunwell spoke to more than 30 health experts globally for her new book.

New 'search and destroy' prostate cancer treatment offers hope

The new technique could offer more time to men with incurable prostate cancer

What makes a really good breakfast?

Not all cereal is created equal. Niki Bezzant identifies which are actually good for us.

Live Well Road Test: Gong bath sound therapy

Dannii Gardiner trades Friday night wines for a new way to wind down from the work week.

Lee Suckling: What to do if you're being bullied at work

Victims are often left to wonder, "Am I being bullied, or is it all in my head?"