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Public Purse: Can Govt unseat the chair of the Covid-19 inquiry - and at what cost?

The delicate art of politicians resetting an independent Royal Commission Inquiry.

Coalition Government forges ahead with repeal of smokefree law, Māori Health Authority

PM Christopher Luxon says criticism of Nats for smokefree move is "a load of rubbish".

How to tell someone you love they’re fat – without hurting their feelings

How can you talk to someone about their weight without ‘fat-shaming’ them?

Why your cancer risk changes with age – and what to look out for at 40, 50, 60 and beyond

Telegraph: Different cancer types are more common – and more deadly – at different ages.

Should you treat your smartwatch as a medical device?

Smartwatches are letting users control their health in ways never thought possible.

Health services may need to be cut to slow rising costs

Health spending will rise 40 per cent in coming decades and service cuts may be needed.

How I got ripped like a Marvel superhero at 40

Getting in shape at 40 takes a lot of discipline.

‘I second-guessed myself regularly’: Radio host on daughter's life-changing surgery

The radio Rev says the magnitude of what they had been through was still dawning on him.

How can we help our precious kaumātua?

What our kaumātua need is a happy smile, a helping hand and a listening ear.

Little life, big legacy: Baby’s death won't be in vain, parents say

'We’re just here to help other families now,' the mum of the late 4-month-old says.

Grandad's life changer: 'Hearing children singing is the most beautiful sound'

Adrian Rowlands had “never been a phones man", now he loves it.

Napier’s biggest healthcare building back on the market

The premises for sale but a lengthy lease remains for current tenant.

Swimmer suffers heart attack off Maraetai Beach - why the symptoms shocked her

“Women are more likely to have atypical symptoms, such as just feeling dreadful fatigue."

'Mad cow' disease restrictions on blood donations to be lifted next week

After more than 20 years, the restriction will be removed on February 29.

Popular US talk show host Wendy Williams diagnosed with dementia

Carers ensure she 'is receiving the care she requires and that her needs are addressed'.

Experts reveal top way to overcome back pain

One in 13 people have it right now. Here's how long it lasts and how to soothe it.

Te Whatu Ora data breach has vaccinators fearing for their safety

Nurse says she will be looking over her shoulder for years.

Public sector wages hit record high, driven by health settlement

A new report shows public sector wages rose higher than those in the private sector.