Health & Wellbeing

Epilepsy is a common neurological condition affecting between 1% and 2% of the population. S

We may never fully unlock all the mysteries of the human brain - it is the most complex and brilliant computer ever designed.

Older people "should exercise to build muscle - even in their 80's! "

An awareness campaign run last year in the Waikato doubled the number of residents in the area who could identify the main signs of stroke. The faster stroke victims are treated, the greater their chance of survival and recovery.

It's far too early to be worrying about coughs and colds, but it's never too soon to make a plan to avoid them once the autumn and winter roll around.

This summer, while we are out enjoying the sunshine, warm water and good life, throughout New Zealand 1000 women will be diagnosed with breast cancer - that's about eight every day.

Approximately 50,000 Kiwis have dementia and two out of three of us are touched by it in some way - either through our families, friends or work. By 2050, the number of people affected in this country is expected to triple.

The minute anyone starts talking about nits, it's extremely hard not to start itching all over.

Sometimes your favourite meal comes with a real sting in the tail - a dose of heartburn. Heartburn can range from mildly annoying to downright debilitating and requires significant lifestyle changes.

Hearing loss can be gradual and exhausting. Instead of being able to be involved with normal life and discussions, the strain to listen closely and fill in the blanks takes its toll on energy levels and cognitive ability.