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A person dead, others in hospital after Sydney restaurant gas leak

Firefighters recorded high carbon monoxide levels inside the restaurant.

Sydney man injured by trolley thrown from mall's upper level

The shopping trolley has been seized for forensic testing by investigators.

The unusual signs of dementia you might not spot

Telegraph: Recognition of these symptoms can help with early diagnosis.

Injured teen's five teeth stored in milk, but dental staff didn't see reimplantation as urgent

The long-term prognosis for the 14yo's teeth was 'seriously jeopardised' by the delay.

Ryman abandons plans for largest Christchurch project, site for sale

This was to be the company's biggest project in the city where it was originally founded.

Mum diagnosed at 26 explains why 'time matters' for people with MS

She was pregnant with her first child when a midwife appointment took an unexpected turn.

Ebola vaccine rollout begins in Congo after 28 deaths

Health workers and close contacts deemed to be most at risk are first in line.

Families to get 24/7 hospital access under new Health NZ policy

The nurses union warns the policy could mask shortages of hospital staff.

Money Talks: Southern Cross chief on why health is your greatest asset

Nick Astwick was planning to be a detective before the banking sector swept him away.

How healthy is Greek yoghurt?

New York Times: It’s a staple of the Mediterranean diet for good reason.

From survivor to supporter: Swimmer’s mission beyond the Paralympics

After beating leukaemia, 20-year-old Lili-Fox Mason is focused on giving back.

Japan's number of centenarians at record high of nearly 100,000

Of Japan's 99,763 centenarians, 88% are women, the country's Health Ministry says.

'Frustrating and concerning': Emergency contraceptive pill shortage hits NZ

Pharmac says delays were linked to manufacturing and shipping problems.

Emergency Management: Medical Storage

Be Prepared. Videos released by the NZ Emergency Management teach us about how the importance of proper medical storage during an emergency. Video / RNZ

Trump officials order $16.2m in contraceptives destroyed

New York Times: Several groups had offered to buy and distribute the products.

Earlier detection of changes has life-altering potential for Gisborne woman with MS

Jo Stewart hopes a new scan method can help her manage her multiple sclerosis better.