New ZealandBreast cancer claims life of art gallery's billionaireAmerican billionaire Josephine Robertson, a major benefactor to the Auckland Art Gallery, has died.09 Jun 04:00 PM
New ZealandJab no surefire protection from cervical cancerThe HPV vaccination could mean more women with cervical cancer will not be diagnosed, health officials have warned.07 Jun 04:00 PM
WorldQuick blast of radiation instead of 6-week courseBritish doctors have made a dramatic advance in the understanding of breast cancer which could shorten treatment, save millions and see fewer women undergo mastectomies.06 Jun 04:00 PM
New Zealand'Green light' worry in smoking testIt's billed as the test to scare smokers into quitting, but now some public health groups say it may encourage some to keep on puffing.04 Jun 04:00 PM
New ZealandTears and laughter as jazz singer farewelled in styleThe life of Beverly Jean Morrison, better known as the singer Beaver, was celebrated with song, laughter, tears and many fine stories on Saturday.30 May 04:00 PM
KahuKaraoke host sings the praises of healthy livingTe Hamua Nikora is the Maori men's posterboy for what not to do about your health - but he's still a ridiculously handsome one, he reckons.28 May 04:00 PM
New ZealandCancer silences effervescent Kiwi singing starNew Zealand musician Beaver - best known for her role in <i>Blerta</i> and for performing the theme song to the 1980s Kiwi television show <i>Gloss</i> - died yesterday.23 May 04:00 PM
LifestyleTrend towards 'overestimating' skin tone - studyAlmost three-quarters of people who think they have olive skin actually only have fair skin, according to a University of Otago study.12 May 10:45 PM
New ZealandRabbit virus could help cancer sufferers - researchersA new vaccine therapy, derived from rabbit calicivirus disease (RCD), could offer hope for colorectal cancer sufferers, researchers say.04 May 10:17 PM
New ZealandUV rays give Kiwi wines edgeRays that cause skin cancer also make New Zealand sauvignon blanc unique, according to new research.01 May 04:00 PM
WorldAustralia to ban logos on cigarette packetsAustralia is poised to introduce the world's harshest anti-smoking laws, with tobacco companies forced to sell cigarettes in plain packets resembling prescription drug packs.29 Apr 01:05 AM
WorldBad habits 'will take 12 years off life'Smoking, drinking too much, inactivity and poor diet can collectively age you by 12 years.26 Apr 08:12 PM
TechnologyGiant study to examine mobile phone cancer riskA study into the health effects of using mobile phones will take 20 or 30 years to complete.22 Apr 08:11 PM
New Zealand<i>Unsung Heroes:</i> Dress for Success helper the volunteer you'd love to clone19 Apr 04:00 PM
