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'Overwhelming' support: Doctors strike for hospital and GP crisis

Dr Gary Payinda says 200,000 people are waiting to see specialists.

Watch: Health minister to speak amid nationwide healthcare strike

Thousands of surgeries and appointments across NZ will be cancelled by today's action.

17 ways to cut your risk of stroke, dementia and depression all at once

New York Times: New research has found overlapping factors in three common brain diseases.

Study links 350,000 heart disease deaths to plastic chemicals in 2018

Phthalates are chemicals added to plastic to make it more stretchy, soft or flexible.

New Whānau Ora providers confirmed after contract provider shake-up

The Government has confirmed four new contract providers.

'Deep cuts': Hundreds of health IT jobs to be axed

IT workers in healthcare are being told this week if their jobs are being disestablished.

Tonga dengue outbreak: Two deaths as cases rise to 588

Tonga’s Health Minister confirmed two dengue deaths, including a 7-month-old.

'Healthier way': The real benefits of air fryers vs ovens

Air fryers cook food faster due to their smaller size and powerful fan.

Watch: Mum hears late daughter's heartbeat in girl saved by transplant

'I wanted to... never let her go because that was all I had left.'

'Deeply missed': Reality star dead days after health setback

She passed away days after having her leg amputated due to a severe infection.

Five surprising everyday medications that can help prevent dementia

Telegraph: Midlife vaccines may offer unexpected protection against dementia.

Do vitamin drips actually work?

Telegraph: What’s inside the bag – and whether it’s worth your time.

Letters: High praise for hospital staff; should Super be means-tested?

OPINION: Super must be means-tested and strictly based on assessed need.

Five science-backed hacks to curb your cravings naturally

Telegraph: Try these simple ways to satisfy your appetite (no weight loss drugs required).

'You've got rat bite fever': Northland woman's warning to trappers

She touched a live rat briefly, leading to severe infection and sepsis.

'Try not to think about dying': What it’s like being a mum with terminal cancer

The ex-wife of Olympic rower Eric Murray was clean-living and healthy when diagnosed.

Shane Te Pou: Pay the doctors what they're worth

OPINION: One in eight senior doctor positions are currently vacant in New Zealand.

Why taking a holiday is good for you

Data shows that getting away can boost your health, happiness and love life.