Health
Sugar tax needed as obesity rates soar, Helen Clark Foundation says
A sugar levy and removing sugary drinks from schools are among the obesity-fighting recommendations from a new report.
How to delay cognitive decline
Dr Ian McDonough runs The Memory, Aging, and Cognitive Control Research Laboratory at Binghampton in New York State, and has some advice on what will help to keep your brain sharp. Audio
Fears NZ to fall well short of smokefree goal
Public health experts have warned the goal is in jeopardy if smoking rates continue to flatline.
The importance of being authentic
Researchers have found that authentic people enjoy better mental health and a greater sense of meaning in their lives. Victoria University Psychology Professor Dr Marc Wilson joins us once again. Audio
Whooping cough vaccine numbers too low
The priority should be vaccinating young people with little airways who are at the highest risk of severe infection, says Immunisation Advisory Centre founder.
Parents Centre to close by end of 2024
The closure of New Zealand's largest parent support centre and education provider is being described as a real loss, after seven decades of advocating for women, new parents and young families.
Health cuts, whooping cough epidemic announced on same day
A "reset" to cut millions of dollars from the National Public Health Service will go ahead before Christmas, staff have been told.
Dr Toby Hillman: long covid
While the risk of getting covid is still a part of our lives, for people with long covid it could be a life changer. Some people experience the symptoms of covid for many months or even years… Audio
No sweetening it: NZ isn't doing enough about sugar
Who is leading and who is lagging in the fight for a sugary-drink-free Aotearoa New Zealand? Professor Robert Lustic is Emeritus Professor of Pediatrics at University of California. He thinks New… Audio
Researcher takes prestigious award for diagnosing, treating gut problems
Dr Tim Angeli-Gordon and his team have helped to develop a sensor that allows for diagnosis without invasive surgery.
The whooping cough epidemic
A whooping cough epidemic has been declared in Aotearoa. In the past four weeks, there have been 263 cases of whooping cough (Pertussis) - the highest number of cases over a month this year… Audio
Mum's plea: If you're around babies, get vaccinated for whooping cough
Liz McGimpsey used to be sceptical of vaccination - until her daughter Freda contracted whooping cough at just four weeks old.
Celebrating families who give the ultimate gift
Next Saturday is Thank You Day, a chance to express gratitude to everyone involved in organ donation, and raise awareness about the issue.
Organ donation celebrated with a thank you day
It's a day to say thanks to those who give others a second chance of life. Audio
'Assume it's probably everywhere': Whooping cough vax rates 'dreadful'
Low vaccination rates are to blame for the danger posed by the epidemic declared today, an expert says. Audio
MFAT issues warning about Laos after methanol poisonings
The updated travel advisory comes after several cases of suspected methanol poisoning from alcoholic drinks. Audio
'The worst outcome is death' - the surprising way to slow methanol poisoning
An expert explains why methanol poisoning happens and what you can do about it. Audio
Public consultation over puberty blockers inappropriate - trans health professionals
It is likely to impact the health and wellbeing of trans people of all ages, they say.
Much-loved Auckland hall to be deconstructed due to mould
Tadmor House and Hall, on Great South Rd in Manurewa, has been closed to the public since last year due to its deterioration.
'We need more doctors' - Support for new Waikato medical school
The Association of Salaried Medical Specialists says a third medical school and more students in Auckland and Otago are both needed. Audio
