Managing your medicines this summer holidays. In this article we will let you know the key dates, some practical tips to make sure you avoid delays, and our holiday hours.
Examine the relationship between sugar and kidney stones. If people consume excessive added sugar they may be at 88% higher risk of kidney stones forming
Intense stress caused by watching sport may have harmful effects on the heart health of high risk fans. New Zealand has seen significant increases in cardiac events on import match days.
Are you tired, unmotivated, or struggling to concentrate? Learn if supplements can boost your mood. Vitamin deficiency can affect your dopamine levels, lets look at the signs.
Premature and early menopause can be unexpected and unsettling. Learn the symptoms and signs of menopause along with the risks associated with starting the process earlier in life.
Low Sperm Count: More Than Just Fertility Historically people worried about low sperm count have been faced with the uncomfortable process of going into a clinic as their only option. With the use of at-home testing, it is now more accessible, practical, and approachable to use sperm count as a measure of overall health. This can
Measles: Symptoms, Treatment, and Prevention On the 26th of September 2023 Te Whatu Ora confirmed a second case of measles in Auckland in a week. The cases are unrelated, but both are linked to recent overseas travel. The person was as the following hospitals: North Shore Hospital emergency department – night of 22 September Waitakere
What is your risk of skin cancer? Did you know that New Zealand has the highest incidence rate of melanoma skin cancer in the world? Our location near the southern hemisphere means that New Zealand has naturally high ultraviolet (UV) light levels, putting us at more risk of skin cancer. Each year in New Zealand
Our Top Skincare Products For 2023 With such wide range of skin conditions and products available to manage them it can be overwhelming to find what products stand out from the rest. That’s why we’ve put together this helpful list of our top skincare products of 2023. Whether you need a moisturiser, exfoliant, anti-fungal cream,
Seasonal Weight Loss: Diet, Medicines and Tips After a cosy winter with plenty of comfort food and time stuck inside it’s understandable if you feel like you’ve gained some winter weight. Seasonal weight gain is actually very common! You may be considering the options of weight loss medication, low calorie diet (LCD) plans, and very
Testing at Home: Cholesterol, Gout, and Diabetes At-home blood tests have been available for some time, however they have never been more relevant for Kiwis who want to stay informed about their health and wellbeing. If you are worried about Cholesterol, Gout, and Diabetes you may find peace of mind through testing at-home. As it’s
Rest Easy with Sleep Hygiene and Natural Sleep Aids Insomnia is a common sleep disorder, with effects that are often underestimated in their seriousness. Quality sleep is vital to a healthy body and mind. Many people who have insomnia will have it periodically for one or two nights, but it can develop into an ongoing
