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'I don't want to live my life in pain': Why Aleisha had a hysterectomy at age 22

"I didn't feel believed and felt like doctors thought I was over-exaggerating."

'I can't even walk properly': Mum's $30K loan for hysterectomy to end pain

Her pain was so bad she would regularly faint at work.

'Get pregnant, that'll fix your problems': Mum's endometriosis fight - for 20 years

Dallas was accused of being a drug seeker for repeatedly turning up to ED in pain.

'I felt like I'd failed as a parent': Mum speaks out about traumatic births

Monique Cross says she was repeatedly dismissed by health professionals.

'Pain is seen as a weakness so you push it aside': Ex Olympian's endometriosis battle

"I started to think I was being dramatic or crazy," cycling champ says.

'I was treated like a drug-seeker': Mum goes undiagnosed for a decade

Emma says she was repeatedly sent home from ED feeling like no one believed her suffering.

'I did start to feel suicidal': Endometriosis patient's agonising wait for treatment

"Not because I wanted to die, but because the pain was so unbearable," 20-year-old says.

'It's a scandal:' Why Kiwi kids' teeth are rotting

Too many children are having decayed baby teeth pulled out, the dental industry says.

Justin Bieber suffered an emotional breakdown after his marriage

The pop star has revealed he thought marriage would "fix" all of his problems.

Lymphoma Staging

An overview of how each stage of Lymphoma (1-4) is categorised. Staging is used to work out which parts of the body are affected by Lymphoma, and to plan appropriate treatment. Video / Ben Cummins

Opinion: The hot girl's guide to perimenopause

Women have endured perimenopausal symptoms in silence for too long, writes Nicola Alpe.

Opinion: The French rule all Kiwi companies should follow

If your colleague starts down this path, you might go down it too.

How to sharpen your mind with the perfect nap

Studies show that catching some shut-eye during the day can give your brain a boost.

The invisible epidemic: Why trauma could be the reason for your illness

Lady Gaga's psychiatrist says our body bears the weight of what's going on in our head.

Urgent warning for 'dangerous' lollies

Parents have been warned about the shocking potential of some lollies.

The truth behind Will Smith's trip to India

The actor has been spotted in India one month after his Oscars outburst.

'Seven in 10' people in England have had Covid at least once

Data shows an estimated 38.5 million people have been infected since April 2020.

Beloved teacher farewelled after losing cancer battle

Rodney Gordon taught at Auckland Grammar for three decades.