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New York Times: Mastering core stability: Tips from fitness experts for everyday strength.
'We're almost there': The final push to hit 2025 smokefree goal
The minister says vapes have been instrumental in achieving smoking cessation targets.
Editorial: ‘Gutted’ ambulance workers deserve better
OPINION: This week brought the first strikes by ambulance workers in NZ.
St John urges public to save ambulances for emergencies as workers begin strike
Unions warn of more strikes unless the Govt increases funding for ambulance services.
Binge-watching this weekend? Here’s a short workout you can do in a chair
New York Times: How to build strength with a few simple, seated exercises.
Thousands missing out on bowel cancer screening, study finds
Research found deprivation was a huge factor in people failing to do the test.
‘We didn’t know if he was going to survive’: What’s behind the rise in dog attacks?
An alarming rise in dog attacks has left experts and advocates searching for answers.
Schoolgirl who died after waking with chest pains may have had 'surprisingly silent disease'
Taya Awhina Kauri's heart was later found to weigh twice that of other 9-year-old girls.
'Don't consume it': 16 popular Delmaine products recalled over listeria fears
Officials are asking shoppers to return the products to supermarkets and get a refund.
Baby death in perinatal period more likely if mothers had Covid while pregnant
The annual report looks at causes behind perinatal and maternal deaths.
Ministry apologises after telling sick beneficiary to supply CV
'I actually really stressed about this' - The beneficiary received the letter by accident.
What is ricezempic and can it really help you lose weight?
Another weight loss hack is trending - here's what you should consider before trying.
Can eating seaweed prevent Parkinson's disease?
Research suggests that seaweed can delay the debilitating disease.
'Trying to shut down venues one by one': Owner says authorities 'killing' bars
Two of Jose Ubiaga bars have been put into liquidation this month.
Health NZ in the firing line | Focus Morning Bulletin August 23
In today's headlines with Wilhelmina Shrimpton, Health NZ in the firing line, bowel cancer screening concern, and new Mpox variant spreads to Asia.
Māori health providers deliver 33,330 vaccinations, surpassing Government’s 10,000 goal
A $50m investment has surpassed expectations.
Health NZ can’t cut $1.4b without eating into front line, analysis shows
Researchers say underfunding - not just mismanagement - is to blame for Health NZ's woes.
Busted: The popular phone and device blue light theory that isn't true
Sleep experts reveal how much the blue light from your phone disrupts your slumber.
'Consider alternatives': EPA issues red alert over weedkiller banned in US
The environment watchdog set up a working group to study how the herbicide is used in NZ.
‘After a mastectomy, my body was a horror show': Cancer survivor on battling to find beauty
Telegraph: My body was bruised and uneven. But I’ve found the beauty and strength in it.
Opinion: Why fitness should be about strength and self-love not looks
Hawke's Bay health and wellbeing expert Danielle Harper talks about self-love.
What to do when your voice is still hoarse after a cold
Here's how to get your voice back to normal.
'It is scary': Whanganui man running 100km for hospice
'They see it as a sad, grey place to die.'
Why does running make me go to the bathroom?
One study found that 12% of long-distance runners had pooped their pants while running.
Editorial: NZ’s birth rate keeps falling and it’s no wonder
OPINION: It's a trend unlikely to change thanks to rising costs and societal expectations.
How strength training benefits women and how to get started
Strength training offers women many benefits - here's how to begin.
Tickled pink: Man with rare condition sees pink every time he orgasms
Talk about rose-tinted glasses.
Why a cup of coffee is really good for you
From boosting energy to reducing the risk of chronic diseases, coffee can do wonders.
'Less claustrophobic': Whanganui Hospital invests in new MRI machine
“It’s a big investment for the hospital."
Halt on surgical mesh operations set to last until at least mid-2025
Conditions for lifting the pause on mesh surgeries have not yet been met: Health Ministry.
Opinion: How AI can revolutionise healthcare and ease pressure on doctors
OPINION: AI can transform how we diagnose, treat, and manage health conditions.
Minister steps in after revelations police not enforcing vaping law
Police haven't issued a single fine since the law came into force in 2021.
'Extreme distress': Man trespassed from abortion clinic for the 15th time
A judge tells Paul Barnao having strongly held beliefs doesn't justify breaking the law.