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Trump picks wellness influencer as new US Surgeon General
Casey Means replaces previous nominee on the eve of her Senate confirmation hearing.
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.
Do vitamin drips actually work?
Telegraph: What’s inside the bag – and whether it’s worth your time.
'You've got rat bite fever': Northland woman's warning to trappers
She touched a live rat briefly, leading to severe infection and sepsis.
It started with a whistling sound in his nose - then things got much worse
It took nearly six years and visits to 17 different doctors to figure it out.
Michelle Trachtenberg's cause of death revealed
The former 'Gossip Girl' actress died in February at the age of 39.
Cardiologist to Olympians honoured for impact of his research
Martin Stiles has also helped fix the hearts of Olympic medal winners.
Mum-of-eight graduates with degree earned during cancer treatment
Parata studied during chemotherapy, often logging in from Auckland Hospital.
Grey’s Anatomy star reveals devastating diagnosis
Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) has an average survival time of three years.
Funeral for Auckland boy who died after tonsil surgery takes place tomorrow
The family will hold a ceremony celebrating the boy's life this Saturday.
The Pulsing Brain: Advanced MRI tech by NZ researchers reveals brain micro-movements
Mātai Medical Research contributes to special issue of UK Royal Society's journal
‘Doesn’t make sense’: Auckland boy, 6, dies after routine tonsil surgery
Investigations have been launched by police and Health NZ.
‘All careers end in failure’: Finance guru on how to retire comfortably
Financial expert Martin Hawes on three big mistakes people make planning for retirement.
GPs undervalued: NZ primary care system faces sustainability threats
The report warns New Zealand’s primary care system is at a critical juncture.
‘Game-changer’: Popular weight-loss drug gets approval in NZ
Associate Health Minister David Seymour is welcoming the move.
‘A lot of pain’: Ex-All White awarded $36m in medical malpractice case
Jake Gleeson hasn't played professionally since a failed surgery cut his career short.
Kiwi siblings hope injection can save them from rare disease that killed brother
Their older brother Antonn Peach died at 42 from the condition.
Cancer survivor calls for funding of Daratumumab
Tove Jensen-Munroe says the drug will be her 'best option' if she relapses. Video / Megan Wilson
Nigel Latta was first told his cancer was ‘incurable’. He’s no longer terminally ill
Given six to 12 months at his first diagnosis, Latta now says he'll live for years.
Jury awards $87m to driver burned by Starbucks drink
The man suffered third-degree burns to his penis, groin and inner thighs in the incident.
Rare medical diagnosis saves Waikato man after decades of mystery
George Moanaroa wants to educate communities about acromegaly with a te ao Māori lens.
‘No imminent danger’: Pope Francis’ condition stabilises
Pope Francis is 88 and has been hospitalised since February 14 with pneumonia.
Kitea Health nears finish line for $10m raise, reports key wins
PLUS: Co-founder reveals end game.
Pharmac’s relationship with patients critiqued during meetings
Pharmac CEO Sarah Fitt resigned last month as two reviews were being completed.
Armed man shot by Secret Service near White House in critical condition
The man allegedly brandished a gun, prompting multiple agents to fire.
Omega-3 is vital for your health. These are the signs you’re deficient
Telegraph:It’s billed as a wonder supplement, but how much do we need?
Can reprogramming our genes make us young again?
A breakthrough in longevity research may be nearing its first human trials.