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How common are errors in IVF labs? Can they be prevented?
An Australian woman recently gave birth to a stranger's baby after an IVF embryo mix-up.

Five science-backed longevity ‘hacks’ that don’t cost a fortune
New York Times: You don’t need an expensive gym membership to live a healthier life.

How to unwind like a celebrity in Palm Springs - without an A-lister’s bank balance
Four unexpected ways to zen out in the desert.

On The Up: The Hits' Ben Boyce on going viral and finding his feet after TV
"I definitely don’t spend every hour in a novelty costume yelling 'rizz' and 'skibidi'."

On The Up - ‘Fresh produce is now a luxury’: Northlanders tackle food crisis
Northlanders help families become self-reliant by growing their own vegetables.

Isey Cross celebrates 106th birthday with Jim Beam and kumara chips
Northland kuia reveals what keeps her 'feeling fantastic' at 106.

Eight ways to sleep when your thoughts are racing
Telegraph: Sophrology aims to improve sleep by combating stress.

'3600 for a cure': How many Kiwis are diagnosed with breast cancer each year?
Seventeen Kiwi designers have rallied to support this year's Breast Cancer Cure appeal.

Here’s how to use your voice to ease stress and feel calmer
How to use your voice to help calm your nervous system.

The secret to better running? Walking
New York Times: The run-walk method can help runners go further with less fatigue.

Brain injury breakthrough: NZ scientists discover telltale marker after concussion
NZ discovery may potentially give doctors a clearer steer on when to stand down players.

Your washing machine can clean a lot more than clothes
Here’s how to put this secret weapon to better use.

What works for low back pain? Not much, a new study says
New York Times: Researchers looked at 56 treatments for acute and chronic pain.

Why do I need to go to the loo all the time?
Telegraph: Frequent urination affects millions and could be more than just bad timing.

Eleven expert-backed ways to boost your happiness - and make it last
Small shifts in thinking and behaviour can make a big difference.

‘It’s very physical’: Northland cleaning injury claims cost millions
Northlanders have nearly $7m in ACC claims for cleaning injuries since 2020.

Are 4 minutes in the shower enough to get clean?
A long hot shower may be comforting, but will it clean you better than a short wash?

Is your makeup making you break out? The answer, quite possibly, is yes
If clogged pores are getting you down, they may be caused by comedogenic ingredients.

Justin Bieber shares emotional Instagram post amid wellbeing concerns
'I personally have always felt unworthy'.

What broccoli does to your heart and prostate health
Brocolli has a lot to offer from boosting our gut health to warding off dementia.

Ask a therapist: 5 ways to manage moral injury, when our values clash with our actions
Therapists advise on how to navigate the struggle.