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‘Just shit luck’: Two brothers, two battles when testicular cancer strikes twice

Brothers share their stories of common cancer that strikes young men.

Is the folk wisdom on carrots, beetroot and health true?

Exploring the age-old claims that carrots help vision and beetroot cleanses the blood.

Aphasia: The common speech disorder often mistaken for dementia

Peer support, speech therapy and AI are among strategies to help with aphasia recovery.

What NZ researchers are discovering about recovery from brain injuries

Recovery from brain injury a balancing act as the brain tries to repair neural pathways.

How much protein do you really need?

Consuming protein to help build muscle is a key message, but how much is enough?

New research: How exercise with weights is vital for strength, cognition & healthy ageing

Why strength training is now the go-to for healthy ageing.

Four surprising things women shared about menopause as I travelled NZ

Ahead of her new Hot Mess Tour, Niki Bezzant on what NZ women tell her about menopause.

Spotlight on 100-year-old TB vaccine for its potential to curb other ills

The surprising benefits of the TB vaccine.