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The crucial signs of breast cancer every woman should look out for

Telegraph: The symptoms you need to know, and the ways you can reduce your risk.

Revealed: The 'insulting' number of accepted claims for permanent surgical mesh injuries

Officials are investigating pausing the use of surgical mesh for a common birth injury.

South Auckland community rallies to save Ngā Hau Māngere birthing centre

Mums are sharing their experiences at a Māngere birthing clinic to help keep it open.

Unused Covid tests worth almost $160m could be wasted

The Health Minister says Te Whatu Ora needs to 'get on with' finding a solution.

Community-built bike path aims to keep riders safe and boost health

Once complete, the shared path will stretch from Russell to the ferry landing at Ōkiato.

'Horrific scene': Rugby players form circle and sing as teammate receives CPR

Players and parents were in shock when a young Suburbs boy passed out post-match.

Man under mental health care died, despite parents' increasing concerns for his wellbeing

Former Capital and Coast DHB criticised for the way it handled the man's case.

'Overlooked': 4yo girl's diabetes missed twice before diagnosis

The family of a girl with Type 1 diabetes suffered stress after a delayed diagnosis.

Lack of data on medical workforce suicides - Te Whatu Ora

'There are no reliable statistics on suicide rates by occupation in New Zealand.'

The nine things every man should know about prostate cancer

Telegraph: One of the most common forms of cancer in men also one of the least understood.

Disruptions as hospitals suffer 'significant' outage

People would still receive urgent and emergency care, Te Whatu Ora assured.

'They took out my kidney and I'm waiting for them to give me the okay'

Miriama Rubena says she's sick of getting bumped from the waiting list.

Is a revolution in cancer treatment within reach?

New York Times: Once-deadly diseases are now survivable, writes Kate Pickert.

Babies getting sick prompts meningococcal disease warning - vaccination is key

Meningococcal disease expected to rise in the winter

Terrifying truth about gas stoves and ovens

A new study might make you reconsider your kitchen appliances.

Nurses’ organisation backs ethnic equity adjustor to support better health outcomes for Māori and Pasifika

Māori, Pasifika already years behind when it comes to interacting with the heath system.

Why you’re brushing your teeth all wrong

Dental hygienist Laura Schikkerling fills the gaps in your cleaning technique.

Tukoroirangi Morgan: Shane Jones follows a well-worn political strategy of feeding the baser instincts

OPINION: Tuku Morgan says Shane Jones is just playing politics by attacking Māori.