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Not one, but two infectious diseases have been raising concerns among New Zealand experts as they prepare for the 2013 […]
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The results of the latest National Health Survey have been released, providing a snapshot of the health of New Zealand […]
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Taxes on fizzy drinks and foods high in saturated fats and subsidies for fruit and vegetables could lead to better […]
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Worldwide incidence of traumatic brain injury could be six times higher than previous estimates, according to new research based on […]
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Professor Jim Mann from the University of Otago berates authorities for their lack action and engagement on the issue of […]
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The number of flu cases recorded in Auckland city are higher than would be expected, according to the latest data […]
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The government’s Health Select Committee has reported back on proposed legislation for regulating natural health products, with all parties involved […]
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Experts gathering in Auckland this week have one health concern firmly in their sights: Australasia’s obesity epidemic. The Australia and […]
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As New Zealand deliberates over the introduction of ‘plain packaging’ for cigarettes, a new study confirms that such measures reduce […]
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