Latest from Health & Wellbeing

Why oral hygiene is crucial to your overall health

New York Times: Gum disease has been associated with a wide range of health conditions.

Ask the experts: I love my partner but not his kids - do we have a future together?

Psychologists and family therapists Nic & Verity answer your sex and relationship queries.

New warning about potent drug Alpha-PVP being sold as MDMA

The off-white powder can cause paranoia, anxiety, and a dry or numb mouth.

The Finnish secret to happiness? Knowing when you have enough

New York Times: The happiest people in the world aren't that happy. But they are content.

Whooping cough: Scientists sequence strain but face challenges in tracking spread

Three babies have died from the disease, also known as pertussis, this year.

Why Easter chocolate doesn't have to be bad for you

The good, the bad, and the just plain delicious of all those Easter eggs.

Thousands of state homes sit empty, maintenance budget up $410m

State homes are being brought to Healthy Homes standards - but some are empty.

Matt Heath: Doing 30 minutes of yoga every day has changed my life

Opinion: It’s easy to start and stops you grunting like a pig...

'Detrimental effects': Nation outlaws vaping to 'protect the public's health'

'Why not ban tobacco as well?' says a critic of the law.

'Huge': Major cancer breakthrough could help patients avoid chemo

A ground-breaking blood test is being trialled in the UK.

Hair, makeup and rongoā Māori medicine

The healing journey of former Māori Television head of hair and makeup, Bianca Fallon.

Adored ballet teacher fights in hospital to make it to her 50th Jubilee show

Whether she was in hospital or not, the show had to go on, she said.

'I’m so proud of him': Melanie Lynskey's husband opens up about alcoholism battle

He 'didn't think he deserved' to be with the Kiwi actress when they started dating.

Is it time for free dental care in NZ?

Many people avoid dental care for decades because of the cost.

Nutritionist weighs in on Chris Martin's one-meal-a-day diet

Martin says he's found the secret to staying in shape – but is he just showing off?

Can a nap make up for a bad night’s sleep?

NY Times: Here’s what the experts say about what naps can (and can’t) do for your health.

Greens call for universal Covid vax availabilty after nearly 2500 children hospitalised

The Green Party is calling for the Covid-19 vaccine to be made universally available.

Faster pasta: Nigella-approved hack saves time and money in the kitchen

Consider this time and energy-saving method next time you're craving carbs.