Harissa Lamb Meatballs with Labneh

There are meatballs…and then there are these meatballs. And no tomato or spaghetti in sight! These harissa lamb meatballs bring a whole new twist to a classic family-favourite staple.

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Nourishing the Mind: Natural Ways to Support Cognitive Health in Seniors

As we age, maintaining cognitive health becomes just as important as caring for our physical well-being. While some cognitive decline is a natural part of aging, the good news is that lifestyle and nutrition play a powerful role in keeping our minds sharp.

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Pharmacy for a Greener Future: Sustainable Solutions in Healthcare

Like all industries, the pharmaceutical industry undeniably has an impact on the environment. Medicines alone contribute to the global harm caused by the healthcare sector, however, pharmacies are using their knowledge of medicines to try and reduce this impact.

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The Benefits Of Pets For Older People

Mark Vette looks at the role pets play in the lives of older people – the benefits and how to choose the right match at this stage in our lives.

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Wound care

We all have bacteria growing all over our skin. The skin is the first line of protection to keep the bacteria out of our bodies. When you get a cut or graze bugs can get into the wound.

Exercise for the Ages

We all know exerciseis good for us, and why, but how many of us know how to exercise for our age and..

Funding Changes For Continuous Glucose Monitors (CGMs)

From 1 October 2024, Pharmac will fund a range of continuous glucose monitors & insulin pumps for al..

Helping Kids Breathe Easy: Asthma Tips For Parents

Managing asthma in children can be challenging, but with the right strategies and support, parents c..

Find the right Blistex for your lips

Through our lips, we say or first words and we experience our first kiss, but lips are sensitive and..

Discover the Lotus Wheel: The Next Generation of Foam Rollers

If you’re familiar with the benefits of foam rollers for easing muscle tension, improving flexibility, and enhancing circulation, you’ll want to meet the Lotus Wheel. The Lotus Wheel brings a modern twist to foam rolling, designed specifically to relieve back pain anytime, anywhere.

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Bowel Cancer

Bowel cancer is the second biggest cancer killer in New Zealand (lung cancer holds first place), but it doesn’t need to be as it is one of the cancers that, if caught early, can usually be treated successfully

Exercise for the Ages

We all know exerciseis good for us, and why, but how many of us know how to exercise for our age and..

Around the clock relief for cold and flu symptoms

With winter season upon us, many of us are reaching for tissues and pain relief as cold and flu seas..

Sciatica and Back Pain

Not surprisingly, sciatica and other types of back pain flare-up most often in the summer when peopl..

Ultra Lip Protection Against Summer Sun

Did you know your lips can burn just like your skin? This is why it's important to help protect them..

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Prevention & Treatment of Shingles

Shingles is a painful skin rash caused by the same virus that causes chicken pox. Anyone who has previously had chicken pox – and most of us caught it during our childhood – could get shingles.

Around the clock relief for cold and flu symptoms

With winter season upon us, many of us are reaching for tissues and pain relief as cold and flu seas..

Repair, moisturise and protect your hands & feet

Your hands and feet go through a lot on a daily basis. That’s why it’s important to take good ca..

Why Stress May Limit Us & What To Do About It

Ever feel like stress is that uninvited guest at your mental party—the one who shows up early, eat..

PCOS Explained: Signs, Causes, and How to Manage It

Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) can happen at any age after puberty, but most women don't find ou..

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Vaccine for RSV

As people reach older age, the immune system may weaken, and the body can have a more difficult time defending against infections.1-4 If you’re over 60 you might not realise you’re more at risk of serious illness from Respiratory Syncytial Virus or RSV.4

Ultra Lip Protection Against Summer Sun

Did you know your lips can burn just like your skin? This is why it's important to help protect them..