Children's Health

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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.
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A Focus on Kids Oral Health
Children’s dental health in Aotearoa New Zealand is considered poor. Alarmingly, over half of kids..
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Sepsis – What Is It And How To Recognise It
Do you know what sepsis is and would you recognise its symptoms?
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Funding Changes For Continuous Glucose Monitors (CGMs)
From 1 October 2024, Pharmac will fund a range of continuous glucose monitors & insulin pumps for al..
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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..
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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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Men's Health

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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
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What Is Age-Related Macular Degeneration? Know the Signs
Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is, as its name suggests, a disease that occurs due to the ag..
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Crohn’s & IBD: What You Need to Know
Crohn’s & IBD affect the digestive system, causing inflammation and discomfort in parts of the gut..
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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..
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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..
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Women's Health

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Your Second Brain: Unlocking the Secrets of Gut Health
Gut health is key to overall well-being, affecting digestion, immunity, and even mood. This article explores simple ways to support a healthy gut and boost your health from the inside out.
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Motor Neurone Disease (MND)
June is Motor Neurone Disease Action Month & donations raised for completing a tip challenge go to �..
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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..
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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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World IBD Day 2025: Breaking Borders, Busting Myths
May 19th is World Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) Day — a global moment to raise awareness and u..
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Seniors Health

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The Benefits Of Pets For Older People – And How To Ensure It’s A Successful Relationship!
Pets bring a plethora of benefits to our lives, and I’ve found this to be especially true with older people.
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What Is Age-Related Macular Degeneration? Know the Signs
Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is, as its name suggests, a disease that occurs due to the ag..
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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..
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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..
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World IBD Day 2025: Breaking Borders, Busting Myths
May 19th is World Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) Day — a global moment to raise awareness and u..
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Wellness

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Recovering From Surgery
After surgery & hospital discharge, your recovery truly begins—one of the most important things you can do is closely monitor your health.
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Move Like the Seasons — Flow Into Winter Fitness
When the temperature drops and the skies turn grey, it's easy to feel like slowing down – which is..
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Gluten-Free Tropical Banana, Lime & Coconut Cake
This cake combines winter-wise limes with the cosy richness of bananas and coconut – like a tropic..
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Gracefully Glowing: Natural Ways to Support Healthy Aging
Striving for a graceful glow as we age means supporting our skin, energy, hormones & mood in a way t..
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Vegan Broccoli Soup with Tahini Cream & Dukkah
This soup is creamy and comforting, with plenty of green goodness and plant-based protein to keep th..
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