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‘Phenomenal’ teen cheerleader died of meningitis a week after starting dream job

'She got to live her dream for one week. It was so unfairly taken from her.'

Incoming Health Minister Simeon Brown to meet Commissioner today

Christopher Luxon insists he still has confidence in Shane Reti.

Opinion: Missteps in health reforms lead to skepticism

OPINION: Reti was not the answer. But neither is sacking him. Not on its own.

‘Grow it to the moon’: Northland vege mince expands with new partnership

The makers of Vince hope to bring convenient veges from Northland to the world.

Ask the Doctor: Why do I keep needing the toilet in the night?

Telegraph: A reader asks Dr James Le Fanu if her overactive bladder diagnosis is correct.

Claire Trevett: Did Christopher Luxon's reshuffle ruthlessness go far enough?

The Prime Minister's reshuffle was much needed but some ministers got off too lightly.

'Privilege to serve': Dumped Health Minister says he respects Luxon's decision

The Government has faced increasing scrutiny due to pressures within the health sector.

What giving up bread really does for your health

She ditched bread for a health reset. But can she give it up for good?

Are there really any health benefits to drinking kombucha?

Telegraph: We ask the experts what’s in it and if it’s really good for you.

14 simple ways to look after your liver (without completely giving up alcohol)

Telegraph: Drink coffee, eat more broccoli and, yes, take three days off alcohol a week.

Opinion: How to protect babies as whooping cough epidemic grows

OPINION: Why do we need to get serious about whooping cough?

Dr Rangan Chatterjee: The six signs of burnout – and six ways to fight it

Telegraph: All too often, people rely on feeling busy to avoid feeling unimportant.

Cheap drug slashes risk of bone fractures, ‘astonishing’ Kiwi trial discovers

The significant findings could help people avoid bone density problems in older age.

Opinion: Why prunes deserve a place in your diet

Opinion: Add this sweet ingredient for a fibre and nutrient boost.

Most swimming spots receive water quality tick

Latest tests clear nearly all sites across the region for swimming and bathing.

15 science-based ways to reduce your risk of dementia

Regular exercise, good sleep, and brain-boosting activities can lower dementia risk.

Kiwi racks up $467,00 in bills during US trip

The traveller had no idea they'd end up with a half-a-million-dollar bill.

Baby with whooping cough dies over Christmas period

A family has lost their baby due to the highly infectious disease.