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Fevers, or having a high temperature, are common in children. Even an ordinary cold can cause a high fever. A thermometer is an incredibly simple, yet important tool, to monitor fever or high temperature in…
The supply of a common blood pressure medicine, Accuretic (quinapril and hydrochlorothiazide), is about to be disrupted nationwide after it was found to contain a carcinogen. An urgent notice was filed today by Pharmac advising…
Over a quarter of adults have high blood pressure, also known as hypertension, and this figure is rising. High blood pressure can lead to heart disease - the leading cause of death in New Zealand. High blood pressure also increases the risk…
Diabetes in the workplace is a bigger issue than ever because over 257,000 kiwis have been diagnosed. According to the Ministry of Health, this makes diabetes the fastest-growing health issue in the country. The most…
Health and wellness are firmly in the spotlight during these tough financial times. Many people across New Zealand cannot afford to hold a good supply of medicines at home in advance of when they may…
Hiprex is used to prevent ongoing or recurrent UTI symptoms and infections. Urinary tract infections (UTI) or cystitis is very common and is usually caused by gut bacteria entering your lower urinary tract and bladder.…
Manuka honey is a special type of honey. It is commonly used as a natural sweetener, cough suppressant, and applied topically for minor wounds and burns. But there other health benefits as well. Manuka honey…
Lower back pain is one of the most common health issues in New Zealand. In any year, about one third of New Zealanders will suffer from it. Below are seven things you may be surprised…
When people think they may have gout, they will generally ask themselves – what is the leading cause of gout, and the image of burning pain in the joints will usually cross their minds! Gout…
In New Zealand the experts recommend the KN95 face mask, or equivalent FFP2, N95 or P2 face mask as being the best option, with disposable face masks coming in second. Both have a place, depending…