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The odds of a major depressive episode are more than double for those working 11 or more hours a day […]
Continue readingMen more likely to suffer mild cognitive impairment
A new study has shown that men are more likely than women to develop a mild form of mental impairment […]
Continue readingPackaging chemicals weaken vaccinations- experts respond
New research shows that perfluorinated compounds (PFCs), widely used in manufactured products such as non-stick cookware, waterproof clothing, and fast-food […]
Continue readingRadio NZ’s Kathryn Ryan in Antartica
In early December 2011 Nine to Noon’s presenter Kathryn Ryan and producer, Caitlin Cherry were invited by Antarctica New Zealand […]
Continue readingStem cell first in macular degeneration treatment
The human first trial to use embryonic stem cells for the treatment of macular degeneration has published its results,representing a […]
Continue readingSir Peter Gluckman on Auckland and science
Writing in the New Zealand Herald, the Prime Minister’s Chief Science Advisor, Sir Peter Gluckman, outlines the important role Auckland […]
Continue readingSMC Heads Up to 26 January: Maori heads, menigicoccal vaccine and more…
The Science Media Centre’s latest Heads-Up newsletter is out – bringing you the latest science and tech news and a […]
Continue readingSmokers are more hazardous drinkers – NZMJ study
New research published today in the New Zealand Medical Journal has highlighted the link between unhealthy behaviours like drinking and […]
Continue readingSir Paul Callaghan on alternative treatments
Physicist Sir Paul Callaghan’s high public profile has meant the country has taken a genuine interest in his terminal colon […]
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