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How birth control is affecting your emotions

Aside from altering menstrual cycles, oral contraceptives can also affect the brain.

How to solve your own problems without going to a therapist

Here’s a common-sense guide on coping with life’s ups and downs.

Dry January is nearly over. Here’s how to raise a glass - healthily

Congratulations for finishing Dry January. Now here's how to ease yourself back.

Morrissey of The Smiths' health in question after cancelling shows

The musician is 'receiving medical supervision' and has been advised to stay in Zurich.

The surprising ways to deal with chronic pain

Many people suffer from chronic pain; what are you able to do about yours?

Seven rules of slowing down after 60

Like King Charles, I have no intention of 'acting my age' – and I might live longer for it

Why people in the world's 'blue zones' live longer

We're now living longer than ever before - here's how to stay well into old age.

Recipe: Cheesy spicy pizza dumplings

Kate Phillips of Dished by Kate serves up the ultimate cheesy snack.

What is melanoma? And what are the chances of survival?

The Duchess of York's skin cancer diagnosis raises a few questions.

'Resilient' Fergie reveals skin cancer diagnosis

It comes just months after she was diagnosed with breast cancer and underwent surgery.

Fifth Covid wave hits new high in NZ as Govt looks at ending free RATs

OPINION: Covid-19 levels have surged to their highest levels since NZ's fifth wave began.

Christina Applegate shows hope despite MS struggles

Stealing the show with her Emmys speech, she showed why there's hope for the future too.

Urgent inquiry granted into plans to end Māori Health Authority

The claim says Māori would be prejudicially affected by the move.

The truth behind placebos

Placebos are still a bit of an enigma, despite the research into them.

Can the 6-1 trolley method save you money at the supermarket?

Shoppers have labelled the method a 'game-changer'.

Body image issues are rising in men - but help is at hand

Social media is rife with images of idealised physiques.