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Older and wealthier: Who is using the most legal cannabis in New Zealand?

The first of its kind data has been exclusively shared with the Herald.

New research shows Māori infants are at highest risk of contracting meningitis

Meningitis Foundation chair knows the personal pain this deadly disease can inflict.

Pauline Hanna's GP, scrutinised at Polkinghorne murder trial, keeps name secret for now

Justice Lang: "Public may think her actions fell below standards if name revealed."

I’d like to have an impact on Māori who have avoided going to hospital or doctor - Researcher

Dr Andree Pearson hopes to right some Māori health inequity wrongs

'Tattoos looked like I had a giant blackhead,' says cancer survivor

New charitable initiative launched to remove tattoos applied during cancer treatment.

Children receive hundreds of cannabis prescriptions per year, parent says it's 'life-saving'

Research shows the drug can work well with some forms of epilepsy.

Why you’re more at risk of cancer in your 40s and 50s – and how to protect yourself

Telegraph: Key prevention tips for the 17 cancers on the rise for 40 to 60-year-olds.

Private Auckland hospital doubles in size: New $3m robot, extra beds, surgical expansion

Three new procedure rooms and space for 15 extra beds have opened.

Five visits, no doctor in-person: Waiheke resident ‘anxious’ over healthcare

It comes as Waiheke Island's only after-hours clinic abruptly closed last Friday.

I’m at risk of osteoporosis – here’s what I’m doing to protect my bone health

Safeguard your bones with exercise, diet, and new medical options.

'Like a drug withdrawal': Kiwis addicted to a common skin cream

Topical steroid addiction is still not widely recognised - but some say they have it.

Nicola Brown: Why I’m using comedy to tackle a taboo women’s health issue

OPINION: Clinical psychologist turns personal health journey into Auckland Fringe show.

‘I have been researching death for 30 years. I am now convinced it is reversible’

Telegraph: Doctor believes it's not as permanent as we’ve been led to believe.

'Heartbreaking': Patients queue in cold from 6am to see doctor

Patients said they sometimes waited five hours to see a doctor.

Chasing the perfect abs, men flock to plastic surgery

Ultra-high-definition liposuction is becoming a popular procedure among today's men.

‘Life doesn’t have to be derailed’: What it's like battling stage 4 colon cancer

Jess Thompson, 28, shares her story of heartbreak and hope.