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'The silent killer': Heart Foundation's urgent blood pressure push

High blood pressure contributes to 4000 cardiovascular deaths yearly in NZ.

'Politics is costing lives': Top cop's plea for life-saving cancer drug

Experts say patients' lives are hinging on this month's Budget announcement.

Inside Health NZ’s million-dollar spend on restructure consultants

The agency said there was a "strong focus" on reducing the use of consultants.

'Whole life is going to be different': Toddler's shock diagnosis affects only 5 in NZ

'I’ve definitely hit the stage of ‘Why him? This isn’t fair'.'

Ferry crew member confirmed as new Auckland measles case

The infected person visited several public locations while contagious.

Words of wisdom: Parenting tips from seasoned Kiwi mums

An Olympian, radio host, podcaster, beauty editor and writer share their top tips.

Kiwi mum: 'I regret choosing career over motherhood’

Jenni Mortimer on the shame of maternal regrets and climbing the corporate ladder.

'A mysterious force': African nation trying to cash in on sacred hallucinogenic remedy

Gabon is keen to capitalise on iboga's economic potential.

'Lost the life I had': Woman wants accountability after being left partially paralysed

Tracy Jarman ended up in a wheelchair after an operation on her spine in 2021.

Trump picks wellness influencer as new US Surgeon General

Casey Means replaces previous nominee on the eve of her Senate confirmation hearing.

Nigel Latta on cancer and the psychology of saving: 'Lotto feels like you're giving up'

The acclaimed broadcaster and psychologist thought he only had months to live.

On The Up: Is an HIV-free future in sight for NZ? Burnett Foundation's new boss thinks so

New diagnoses are on a downward trend, and zero transmission targets have been set.

Former Northland nurse celebrates 100th with thanks from Health NZ

Eileen Davidson was just a teenager when she started nurse training at Whangārei Hospital.

Wellington struggles to shake Crypto outbreak, reported cases 'high'

The outbreak started in March with the illness continuing to spread.

Auditor-General launches probe into school lunches

Inquiry will cover planning, procurement and contract implementation for the programme.

Up in Smoke: Why NZ's medical cannabis industry is struggling to make ends meet

After tragic cases, a new industry touted as a potential saviour has run into roadblocks.

'Love, care and closeness': Pope's popemobile transformed into clinic

Pope Francis donated a popemobile for a children's clinic in Gaza.

On The Up: Community support helps Whangārei teen with rare condition thrive

Carrie Kunicich has atypical Friedreich ataxia, which impacts her muscles and vision.