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Disability ministry didn't warn of funding changes because of concern about last-minute spend-up

Newly released documents shed light on the leadup to the shock funding changes in March.

80-plus and still firing on all cylinders: A peek inside the brains of ‘super-agers’

NY Times: New research explores why some octogenarians have exceptional memories.

Jaw advancement surgery needed for 12yo who had braces fitted by untrained dentist

The 12-year-old's mother was led to believe the dentist was an orthodontist.

Better health outcomes: Far North residents set to benefit from new medical and health services

Kerikeri is set to get a new medical hub with expanded health services.

Destiny Church leader Brian Tamaki leads trans protest in Christchurch

Angry scenes as Tamaki's group was met by a counter-protest.

Why am I hungry all the time?

Constantly reaching for treats? Here's what you can do about it.

'Terrifying': Drug reaction burns woman 'from the inside out'

One in 1000 adults experience serious side effects when taking the drug lamotrigine.

Thousands of Americans believe Covid vaccines harmed them. Is anyone listening?

NY Times: Some scientists fear that patients with real injuries are being denied help.

'People need to be more open minded': Deaf Northlander's challenge for NZ Sign Language Week

Deaf Northland Alana Best believes people are too timid to try sign language.

How a month without meat slashed my cholesterol

How do you give up meat and dairy when you hate most vegetables and love cheese?

'Many Pacific women suffer in silence'

"Endometriosis is a hidden epidemic among women, yet it remains shrouded in silence."

Famine in Gaza is ‘full-blown’, warns UN official

Top official says ceasefire and more aid vital to tackling humanitarian catastrophe.

Family lays complaint after 22-year-old dies suddenly in Middlemore Hospital

The family claimed Jaydyn Barnett was ready to go home but died suddenly after a fall.

‘My life denied’: The cost of cancer treatment delays - a special investigation

Big read: How one woman was caught in a scandal of overwhelmed cancer services.

Mum of child cancer survivor Quinn Hautapu releases new book

Roanne Hautapu says 'it was excruciatingly painful at times, yet healing' to write.

When to worry about acid reflux

Whether you call it acid reflux or heartburn, certain symptoms require more investigation.

Hollywood star shouts 'I'm in menopause!' from US Capitol

Halle Berry joins push for US legislation that would put $460m towards menopause research.

How much time should you spend sitting versus standing?

You might be doing more physical activity than you thought.