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Can brain-healthy eating improve your quality of life? This study tested it

A 12-week feasibility trial tested the MIND diet in midlife adults, showing improved diet quality, mood, and physical qu...

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Brain’s variations celebrated

An information sharing evening was held at Shoesmith Hall in Warkworth to mark International Neurodiversity Week, which ...

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Essentia panelists weigh impact of $880 billion proposed Medicaid cuts

Rising insurance premiums, increased medical debt and longer wait times for patients to receive care were among the top ...

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Trust offers health care help

Families and individuals who are finding it financially difficult to meet the cost of health care are being encouraged t...

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Ava Labs' John Wu on stablecoin legislation, Grayscale's Avalanche ETF filing

After meeting with lawmakers in Washington, Ava Labs president John Wu joins CNBC Crypto World to share insights on the ...

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A diamond day

It was a diamond day for Warkworth couple Grahame and Joyce Turner on Thursday, March 20, when they celebrated 60 years ...

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Lassa fever kills 118 in three months – NCDC

Lara Adejoro The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention says it has recorded 645 confirmed cases of Lassa fev...

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Library to reopen

After being closed for more than a year, the Mahurangi East Library and Community Centre is set to reopen on Monday, Apr...

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Tobacco smoking introduced through colonisation, but 'we want to quit'

National trial aims to reduce chronic disease and deaths....

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Pacific colours hoisted high

The Mahurangi Pasifika Festival is set to return to an annual schedule after the success of the March 22 event, the firs...

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The 30-day yoga and walking plan will strengthen your body and calm your mind

A monthly yoga and walking plan to build strength, relieve stress and anxiety, reduce aches and pains increase mindfulne...

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Ebonyi varsity doctors threaten strike over unrest

Edward Nnachi Following persistent protests by the host community, the Association of Resident Doctors at the David Umah...

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Medical ute commissioned

Matakana Volunteer Fire Brigade is the proud owner of a brand-new, state-of-the-art medical vehicle, thanks entirely to ...

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The $3 drink loved by celebrities Jason Momoa and Gwyneth Paltrow that burns fat like Ozempic

A cheap canned drink available at nearly every corner store may burn fat as well as - or even better than - than blockbu...

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How reading benefits both the brain and the body

Recent reports show that Texas students struggle with reading. The National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP) sa...

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As the U.S. population ages, solo caregiving becomes more common

NPR's Emily Kwong speaks with clinical social worker Marie Clouqueur on what it's like to be a solo caregiver and how to...

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Heartfelt support

This was the impressive result when the call went out last month for donations of handbags filled with essentials for wo...

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Apple reportedly revamping Health app to add an AI coach

Apple is developing a new version of its Health app that includes an AI coach that can advise users on how to get health...

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Calling all creatives

Rodney creatives are being invited to join the Mahurangi Artist Network (MAN), the organisers behind the hugely successf...

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Home show round-up

Anyone seeking inspiration for updating their domestic décor and who prefers to see products ‘in the flesh’, inste...

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Lagos records 10 confirmed diphtheria cases in three months

Healthwise The Lagos State Commissioner for Health, Prof Akin Abayomi, says the state recorded 10 confirmed cases of dip...

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Thousands missing out on cheaper medicines through two-for-one scripts

'It takes time for GPs and patients to take up new options.'...

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Easter and ANZAC holiday activities

Easter and the school holidays are fast approaching, and local libraries are again gearing up for another round of event...

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Name Dropping | Gail Pellerin names Homeless Garden Project Nonprofit of the Year

Now in its 10th year, the California Nonprofit of the Year initiative provides the opportunity for each California state...

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Why 14-year-old Benue pregnant schoolgirl kills self

John Charles A 14-year-old schoolgirl identified as Nicknes in Egba, Agatu Local Government Area of Benue State has repo...

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Donations needed for fabric sale

Calling all sewers, knitters and crafty types – the local Fabric Rescue group is once again on the hunt for unused fab...

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Warkworth Minis on epic fundraising drive

Three teams from Warkworth will take part in the Pork Pie Charity Run, the bi-annual fundraising road trip for Mini owne...

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Lagos surgeon performs first robotic prostate cancer surgery in West Africa

Chijioke Iremeka Nigeria’s health sector recently received a boost as Prof. Kingsley Ekwueme, a UK-trained consultant ...

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Eli Lilly Drug Reduces Mysterious Lp(a) Particle Involved in Heart Attack Risk

The Eli Lilly drug caused a major drop in the blood levels of Lp(a), but further research is needed to show that it will...

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One dose of experimental drug nearly wipes out stealthy cholesterol in 'remarkable' trial

A single dose of an experimental drug dramatically reduced levels of a deadly form of cholesterol, often thought to be u...