Opinion: Hope is the key
In an example of conventional medicine at its worst, a patient of mine recently had her beautiful hope dashed.
This inspiring young mum of two was recently diagnosed with stage 4 breast cancer and after...
Air pollution may enter the placenta
In a small study of 28 women, researchers in Belgium have found black carbon particles on the foetal side of the placenta in women exposed to air pollution during pregnancy. These particles are released...
On mission for women’s health
An educational venture directed at women's health and wellbeing was stirred by Waikanae woman Belinda Falconar's own battle with postnatal depression (PND).
NZ researchers restore fertility to mice with polycystic ovary syndrome
Women who struggle to have children due to polycystic ovary syndrome may in future be able to regain fertility by rewiring their brains, new research suggests.
Cancer warning as delays hit gynaecology services: ‘Lives put at risk’
Women are waiting up to half a year for procedures to help rule out cancer - and a GP fears lives are at risk.
Abortion legalised in New Zealand after Parliament passes bill:
By: Kirsty Johnston
COMMENT:
Do you remember the passing of the gay marriage bill into law? I do. It was 2013 and MP Louisa Wall wore a sparkly rainbow jacket in Parliament. She looked incredible and she...
Concerns over older Kiwis’ alcohol consumption
The nature of alcohol use in New Zealand is changing. Youth, for a long time the focus of our attention, are reducing their consumption. Conversely, older adults, long assumed a population of low-level drinkers,...
Dietician explains: What cutting out sugar will do for your body
A dietician has revealed how cutting out sugar, which can cause a drug-like addiction, could boost your health and performance in the gym and at work.
Dr Samantha Coogan, president of the Nevada Academy of...
Why your risks for 7 types of cancer could be reduced with physical activity
If you need a reason to get up and get moving, consider this: Your likelihood of developing seven types of cancer may be reduced by physical activity, according to new research from the American...
Cervical cancer prevention, malaria vaccines receive $2.5m funding
Cervical cancer
A Te Herenga Waka—Victoria University of Wellington research team led by Professor Bev Lawton (Ngāti Porou) from the Wellington Faculty of Health, partnering with iwi Ngāti Pāhauwera, has received nearly $1.3 million in...
DR WELLNESS
Opinion: Dr Tracey Chandler – Health pregnancy optimisation tips (for you,...
Whilst pregnancy is an exciting time for most, it does take some planning to keep both you and baby well. Ideally you would see...
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