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Menopause checklist: Questions to ask your doctor about HRT

Telegraph: Considering hormone replacement therapy? Here's what you need to know.

'I thought I was gonna die': Young father battles rare brain condition

There is no treatment in New Zealand, so the young dad of three has to sell his house.

Are there toxic chemicals in your tampons?

A small NZ study shows supermarket tampons could be affecting your health. Here's how.

Why you get a headache after drinking red wine

Has the dreaded 'red wine headache' mystery finally been solved?

Sore toe or STD? Why you should pay more attention to the health of your feet

Telegraph: Many conditions show up early in the feet, says podiatrist Trevor Prior.

'Toxic relationship': The jobs nurses are doing instead of nursing

Returning to work in the health system was like going back into an 'abusive marriage'.

Mental illness, especially later in life, can increase the risk of dementia

New York Times: A large New Zealand study has helped to establish the link.

How to salvage your day after a bad night’s sleep

New York Times: You’ll need to adjust for your shortcomings (and take a well-timed nap).

The surprising reason it’s vital to keep your gums healthy

Telegraph: Gum disease is widespread - and can have very serious consequences.

Auckland doctor wrote thousands of prescriptions for ADHD drugs without approval

Tony Hanne was accused of professional misconduct over prescriptions he had written.

Cyclist knocked off his bike, pecked by birds and chased by a helicopter

No challenge is too big for this tough-as-nails librarian.

Kiwi dad's $300k bill for cancer treatment: 'Desperate' need for funding

Myeloma treatment daratumumab, offered in 49 countries, still isn't funded in New Zealand.

Advice: My son’s girlfriend wears a tiny swimsuit - can I ask her to cover up?

New York Times: 'Whether I should be or not, I am embarrassed.'

Whanganui recording increase in Covid-19 case numbers

The increase was likely due to a variant which can somewhat evade immune responses.

Can some antidepressants cause lasting sexual problems?

NY Times: Some patients say symptoms persist long after they've stopped taking SSRIs.

Running v walking: Which is better for long-term health?

NY Times: They’re both beneficial physically and mentally, but there’s a clear winner.