WorldExplainer: US approves first GLP-1 weight-loss pillNovo Nordisk to launch the pill form of Wegovy. A rival from Eli Lilly is expected soon. 23 Dec 10:55 PM
PremiumLifestyleHidden side effects: What GLP-1 weight-loss drugs could do to your bodyDrugs like Wegovy and Saxenda now available in NZ - what are the side effects?22 Dec 07:37 PM
WorldScots prescribed weight-loss drug in record numbersScotland's NHS issued 168,486 semaglutide scripts in 2024/25, up from 79,182.22 Dec 04:00 PM
PremiumNew ZealandOzempic for pets? Are chunky puppies and overweight cats next in line for fat jabs?30 Oct 04:00 PM
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World'Turning point': Obese kids surpass underweight ones for first timeUnicef says ultra-processed foods fuelling the problem, with 188m aged 5 to 19 obese.10 Sep 01:24 AM
WorldKennedy defends firing of CDC chief amid Senate turmoilThe Senate hearing was marked by shouting matches and sharp exchanges.04 Sep 06:02 PM
PremiumPremiumWorldBritain moves to ban sale of energy drinks to childrenNew York Times: Sales of tea, coffee and lower-caffeine soft drinks would not be affected.03 Sep 10:17 PM
PremiumPremiumLetters to the EditorLetters: Sport is supposed to enhance health, not endanger itOPINION: Readers loved young trainee farmer Jack Boon playing his bagpipes to his dogs.30 Aug 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumPropertyWealthy Auckland suburb getting new McDonald's with 24/7 drive-through'We have identified a site for a freestanding restaurant.' - McDonald's Simon Kenny25 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandLake Alice survivor heads to court to challenge Govt’s compensation schemeMalcolm Richards is seeking to have the compensation scheme declared unlawful.25 Aug 12:44 AM
New ZealandIntern pharmacist suspended after baby diesBellamere Arwyn Duncan died from phosphate toxicity at Starship children's hospital.01 Aug 08:33 AM
New Zealand'Cruel and Third World': Patient starved 16 hours a day for six days waiting for surgeryThe patient should have had surgery within six to 24 hours, Health NZ admitted.28 Jul 06:11 PM
New Zealand'Deeply regret this': Doctor's oversight leaves patient with swollen face, constant painThe doctor overlooked a crucial ultrasound finding before removing part of her thyroid. 28 Jul 04:29 AM
Wellington‘Life-changing’: Wellington man back on weight loss drug after Medsafe approvalFinlay Thompson lost 30kg using semaglutide during a clinical trial last year. 12 Jul 11:00 PM
New Zealand'Remarkable' drugs: Benefits and drawbacks of Wegovy revealedSemaglutide drugs Ozempic and Wegovy are now available in New Zealand.06 Jul 04:12 AM
PremiumPremiumLifestyleNew daily pill on the way for weight loss and lowering blood sugarNew York Times: There's more than a dozen experimental weight medications in development.22 Jun 05:00 PM
LifestyleStudy: Sleeping over 9 hours raises death risk by 34%Why eight hours a night is the sweet spot for sleep.20 Jun 12:57 AM
WorldWeight-loss jabs could be handed out like statins in UKThe NHS plans to broaden access through pilot schemes and online pharmacies.13 Jun 01:36 AM
New ZealandAuckland Hospital mistakenly tells 25 patients they have an STIFalse positive results were from tests carried out in its internal lab from May 23-June 4.12 Jun 08:04 PM
LifestyleSeven ways to dementia-proof yourself in midlifeExperts say up to 40% of dementia cases can be prevented with lifestyle changes.11 Jun 06:00 PM
PremiumPremiumLifestyle What nearly brainless rodents know about weight loss and hunger New York Times: We might not be choosing to eat as consciously as we think.01 May 06:00 AM
PremiumPremiumLifestyleThe science of male middle-age spread and how to get rid of itTelegraph: Experts have declared waist size crucial for health.01 Apr 06:00 PM
New ZealandKiwis return from overseas weight loss surgery with life-threatening complicationsThey clog up an already overburdened public health system, a surgeon says.18 Feb 06:13 AM
New ZealandHeavyweight with David Letele | TrailerHeavyweight with David Letele tackles obesity and keyboard warriors.Watch09 Feb 11:33 PM
Kahu‘It’s not pretty’: Dave Letele defends work amid online scrutinyBBM delivers $13.50 in social good for every dollar invested, says Letele.09 Feb 10:14 PM
PremiumPremiumLifestyleThe health risks of an apron belly – and how to get rid of itTelegraph: Apron bellies can lead to infections, posture problems and more.08 Feb 02:00 AM
PremiumPremiumLifestyle‘Promising’: Ozempic may protect against Alzheimer’sNew York Times: Could the drugs that upended diabetes and obesity benefit the brain?07 Feb 01:00 AM
