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Why some science will gross you out
COMMENT: Pigs with human organs may sound "yuck" but is just another case of swapping DNA, writes John Harris.
Seclusion expert to investigate detention in New Zealand
The Human Rights Commission will bring an international expert to New Zealand to investigate the country's use of seclusion after repeatedly raising concerns.
Autistic man's case not the only one
The lack of clarity around patient seclusion has emerged after the Herald revealed the case of autistic man Ashley Peacock, who has been keep in isolation for years.
The gender most affected by stress
Scientists reveal how one gender is almost twice as likely to suffer from stress compared to the other.
Four ways to quickly boost your mood
If you can feel the day unravelling, here are four quick ways to switch up your mood and get back on track.
Kiwi blogger reveals depression battle
A popular blogger reveals her battle to her 108,000 Facebook followers.
Your health: How to keep your heart healthy
Cardiovascular health is an important topic for everyone, especially as we age.
In 1 year, skin made in a lab, in 20 years ...
Anna Magee looks beyond botox to the future of anti-ageing.
Forget fats, here's the food to avoid
Does it make sense to focus on nutrients such as fat or carbohydrates, for example, or should we reframe the question?
Plant drug helps trim diet: study
Kiwi researchers experimenting with a bitter plant extract have developed a potential appetite suppressant, they have told an obesity conference.
Weight loss, it's all in your head
Despite massive government, medical and individual efforts to win the war on obesity, 71 per cent of Americans are overweight.
Is it normal to not want sex?
Many people aren't interested in having sex or don't feel sexual attraction to other people, loosely termed as asexuality.
Identifying social media addiction
Likes, shares, favourites, new followers... it all just feels so GOOD doesn't it? Psychotherapist Kyle MacDonald discusses how social media use can tip over to addiction.
Brave teen reveals anorexia battle
What began as an effort to live a healthier lifestyle led to a dangerous condition for this young woman.
The dangers of cutting out dairy
Think you'll be healthier if you ditch dairy? A new study reveals you may actually be putting yourself at risk by eliminating the food group.
Abortion: More than a mother's body
Lizzie Marvelly is right; every woman should be able to make her own choices.
What men worry about when it comes to health
June is Men's Health Month, and this year's theme is simple: start talking.
Standards lifted for rentals
Landlords will need to take action to insulate and install smoke alarms in certain rentals after a law change.
Running numbers continue to rise. Here's why
Running has a complicated history. But it's becoming the most popular forms of exercise around. Here's why.
The truth about 'man flu'
Men tend to suffer more severe flu symptoms than women, and it could be due to antiviral properties in the female hormone, oestrogen.
The gruesome look of NZ cig packets
Tax on tobacco will be hiked and Government will forge ahead with plain packaging but the jury is still out on the role of e-cigarettes.
Mum felt 'pressure' to leave after birth
Kathryn Ryan says she asked to stay longer in the maternity unit because she had suffered post-natal depression in the past and had concerns about breastfeeding.
Diary of an ex-smoker
Herald reporter Gemma Hartley tried to give up smoking for International Smoke-Free Day. She kept a diary of her six-week struggle.
The ridiculous things that make you fat
Studies reveal your environment is impacting your eating habits in weird and wonderful ways that you aren't aware of.
Do cellphones really cause cancer?
Reports are trumpeting the results of a US government study that links cellphones to tumour growth. But should we believe them?
Louise Thompson: Perfecting your juggling technique
If you are feeling overwhelmed and in danger of dropping a ball or two, stop and prioritise the balls you have in the air.
Your health: Should you take antibiotics for a cold?
Most bacteria are beneficial for our health, however there are some that are harmful.
Personal trainer shames obese woman
The nasty Facebook post, with an image taken behind the woman's back, attracted a wave of criticism online.