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Why private health insurance is an investment into your future?

When discussing private healthcare solutions with your financial adviser it is important to grasp fully the need to have private health insurance and how to choose a product that is best suited to your needs

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Honey, should we insure the kids?

Most people aren’t aware that private health insurance for children can be as cheap as $6.00 a week (premium varies with different insurers), which is cheaper than a McDonald’s burger meal. Now that should certainly put things into perspective for you...

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Blood type O ups risk of death from serious injury

New research has found that people with blood type O may be at increased risk of dying from severe trauma - an injury that has the potential to cause long-term disability or death.

New Zealand

Jumpstarters graduate in Mt Roskill takes diabetes head-on

Jumpstart now runs four times a year at 14 YMCAs in Auckland, Hamilton, Wellington, and Invercargill to help people manage their health better through exercise, nutrition and lifestyle change.

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Fight your sweet tooth with these 4 natural sweeteners and fluids

This year, you can lose weight by cutting on your sugar intake. Nature has blessed us with a few natural sweeteners which can best fit into our healthy diet, says nutritionist and fitness trainer Iram Zaidi. Here are her four top natural sweeteners.

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Smoking, drinking may cause failures in dental fillings

Indulging in drinking alcohol or smoking may not only damage your teeth but also lead to increased incidences of failure in dental fillings, warned researchers.

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Coffee can reduce diabetes risk

The medicine that can delay your diabetes is right on your coffee table.

Verdict 2017

Our health system needs a reboot

The queues in hospital waiting rooms are a nightmare. And even if you can afford to go see a GP then staffing shortages and rapidly rising costs mean you're in for a decent wait and a large bill.

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Just a minute's running daily may boost bone health

Want to improve your bone health? Running -- a high-intensity and weight-bearing physical activity -- for just one to two minutes each day may help you, new research shows.

New Zealand

MP Kanwaljit Bakshi congratulates Health Volunteer Award recipients

“I would like to congratulate Te Angitu on receiving this year’s award for outstanding contribution by a Maori or Pacific Health Service Volunteer team,” Mr Bakshi said.

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Ayurveda remedies: Ginger versus turmeric

In Ayurveda, ginger and turmeric or haldi are key ingredients for treating several ailments. We take a deeper look at which root is better for health – ginger or turmeric?

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Foods that keep you well hydrated

While drinking enough water is a prerequisite, you can also replenish water lost through sweat by consuming foods that are not only high in water content but also low in calories.

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5 home remedies and the science behind them

We all know of popular homegrown remedies but how effective are they?

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Natural DIY remedies for a cold

With the weather being unpredictable of late, most people tend to catch a cough and flu, a blocked or a runny nose, a sore throat, or even a mild temperature? If you are tired of swallowing tablets or simply does not have a chance to visit a doctor.

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Beat holiday blues with these simple tips

Many people who are returning to their daily routines after taking time off to celebrate Christmas and New Years, find it a struggle to adapt back into their everyday lives. But one can beat the holiday blues by taking care of a few simple steps.