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One moment, life feels routine – you’re waving goodbye to family, heading out for the day. The next, everything changes in an instant. A sudden medical emergency or unexpected accident can happen anywhere, anytime. That’s when your local rescue helicopter is there – delivering life-saving care when every second counts. Across the...

Health New Zealand is urging Kiwi gardeners to take simple precautions this spring after 159 hospital admissions for Legionnaires disease were recorded across the country in the past year. Legionnaires disease is a type of pneumonia which can be caught by breathing in legionella bacteria. Legionella thrives in moist environments...

As we get older, restful sleep becomes one of life’s most precious resources. We feel it in our body, our energy, and our sense of ease when we wake feeling balanced and clear. Many people tell us they don’t want guesswork, hype, or the latest fads — they want something...

After Grey Power’s announcement earlier this year that oral health had been added to its health portfolios it seemed timely to highlight gum care. Many oral conditions are preventable but the New Zealand Dental Health Association (NZDA), has revealed there are significant issues among New Zealanders, including high rates of...

Keeping active and independent as we age isn’t just about fitness, it’s about confidence, connection, and enjoying everyday life. That’s the idea behind Community Strength and Balance classes, a nationwide initiative supported by ACC’s Live Stronger for Longer program. Falls are the leading cause of injury in New Zealand, making...

Facing death is no easy matter but it can be made easier when steps have been taken to prepare ahead. Here Joanne Howe, from DyingMatters, talks about confronting and planning for the inevitable. It will come as no surprise that dying happens to all of us. We all know it...

December brings fuller plates, fuller calendars, and longer afternoons with the grandkids. Wonderful, yet it can test digestion. If you’ve been probiotic-curious, here’s a calm, useful case for beginning now, grounded in everyday habits that are particularly important for those over 55 years of age. 1. Rhythm beats rescue Digestion prefers...

The widely used melatonin medication, Vigisom is now available over the counter at pharmacies without prescription. Michelle Kapinga, general manager of Vigisom melatonin supplier, Aspen New Zealand, says the medication improves sleep quality and morning alertness for people over 55 years of age who suffer from short term insomnia and...

Hi, my name is Gayle and I am waiting for a hip replacement. I am relating this story because unless people are going through a situation which requires a medical or surgical intervention, they may have no real understanding of what they are likely to endure. Often forgotten is that...

Summer is here and the need to stay hydrated is paramount. Fluid intake is extra important and water is best, but downing a glass at a time doesn’t always appeal so sip small amounts often. If you simply cannot keep up on the water, try electrolyte enhanced drinks, diluted fruit...

For those who value their independence, safety doesn’t have to mean giving up freedom. Familyr is a leading New Zealand family alert alarm – a simple, wearable medical alert device that connects you directly to friends or family when help is needed. Unlike traditional medical alarms which send calls to strangers...

As part of the Federation Board’s health portfolio, ‘oral health’ has been added to its concerns when advocating at government level. That’s because high instances of poor oral health continue to impact non-communicable diseases worldwide. Many oral conditions are preventable but the state of oral health in New Zealand, according...