Social media, gaming, streaming and interacting with AI chatbots all contribute to this pull on our attention.

Smartphones' power to manipulate emotions and trigger reflexes explained

The frequency and length of daily phone use continues to rise, especially among young people.

6:00am

How to survive (and even thrive) through perimenopause and menopause

How to survive (and even thrive) through perimenopause and menopause

Claire Turnbull has seven tips for navigating this transitional time of life.

6:00am

Composite image by Vania Chandrawidjaja (Source: 1News).

Kiwi dad speaks of son's courage after double leg amputation

A 15-year-old is learning to navigate life as an amputee after he suffered electrical burns in an accident involving overhead powerlines in the UK.

Sat, Oct 11

The three bathroom items experts say shouldn't be shared

The three bathroom items experts say shouldn't be shared

Hygiene professionals suggest that some bathroom items are best kept personal.

Sat, Oct 11

Offered rest home care at 24: the lonely plight of young Kiwis with long Covid

Offered rest home care at 24: the lonely plight of young Kiwis with long Covid

A group of young Kiwis prove what international studies show: that long Covid has a particularly debilitating effect on young people. But how much medical support is there for them?

Friday 8:22am

1:10

Riley Brown's cause of death was anaphylaxis due to peanut allergy, a post mortem says.

Man died from meal with peanut traces at mental health facility

The man's mother says she's "horrified", calling her son's death a "senseless waste of a life".

Friday 7:22am

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What is a 'dopamine detox'? And do I need one?

What is a 'dopamine detox'? And do I need one?

Advice about cutting down on dopamine is everywhere right now. But do these strategies actually work?

Friday 6:00am

1:31

Ultra Violette Lean Screen SPF 50+. (Source: Product Safety)

Third sunscreen pulled from NZ shelves – SPF level 'as low as four'

Independent testing found the SPF 50+ product may have an SPF level ranging from 4 to 64.32.

Thu, Oct 9

A person having abdomen pain.

New treatment for endometriosis now available in NZ

An estimated one in 10 Kiwi women lives with endometriosis, and there is no cure for it.

Thu, Oct 9

A person sweating (file image).

What's the difference between hot sweat and cold sweat?

Overheating and distress both involve sweating but the causes and implications are different.

Thu, Oct 9

1:30

Māori Ward Candidate Raawiri Gilgen. (Source: LDR / Zita Campbell)

Gisborne candidate twice struck off medical register

Māori ward candidate Raawiri Gilgen believes his past professional conduct has bearing on his suitability for the council, but on the positive side.

Wed, Oct 8

More than half of schools surveyed said existing services fail to meet student needs.

Calls for more school counsellors as mental health need soars

A new survey of schools has found more than half don’t believe existing counselling services meet the needs of their students.

Wed, Oct 8

Former England rugby player Lewis Moody.

Former England captain Lewis Moody diagnosed with motor neurone disease

Moody, 47, says he feels well and is determined to stay positive.

Tue, Oct 7

Do kids really need vitamin supplements?

Do kids really need vitamin supplements?

Supermarkets and chemist stores are full of vitamins that claim to support children's bodies, brains and immunity, but what does the science say?

Tue, Oct 7

South Island had the longest wait times of New Zealand four regions for the last six months.

Southern Cancer Society says some patients face unreasonable delays

Government's target for faster cancer treatment shows more patients are getting seen sooner – but the South Island had the longest wait times for the last six months.

Mon, Oct 6

Alexzander Sutherland-Hunt.

Three-year-old dies of sepsis after several mistakes at hospital

Alexzander Sutherland-Hunt’s parents told the HDC they'd had to relive the trauma, from which they would never recover, and that "no words can mend the deep wounds" they carry.

Mon, Oct 6

File photo.

New case of measles confirmed in Northland outbreak

Health officials said the new case was in quarantine during their infectious period, with no locations where the public may have been exposed.

Mon, Oct 6

While there are government guidelines for how quickly patients should receive radiation treatment, according to the type of cancer, one doctor said it is not always possible. 

Canterbury oncologists on how delays impact lives of patients

While there are government guidelines for how quickly patients should receive radiation treatment, according to the type of cancer, one doctor said it is not always possible.

Sun, Oct 5

The notice was triggered on Saturday morning after a single water sample from the Rototuna reservoir tested positive for E. coli.

Parts of Hamilton under boil water notice until at least Tuesday

Authorities say three consecutive days of clear test results are needed before lifting the advisory, which affects parts of Rototuna, Flagstaff, Huntington, Queenwood, and nearby rural areas.

Sun, Oct 5

Easton Trueman, left, and his brother Eden Trueman.

Child donates bone marrow to little brother with rare form of leukaemia

“He wants his brother to be himself again and go to school.”

Sun, Oct 5

Writer Paulette Crowley (composite image: Vinay Ranchhod)

My midlife ADHD diagnosis explained my struggle with addiction, mental health

After decades of turbulence, alcoholism, anxiety and depression, my unexpected ADHD diagnosis was like turning on a guiding light.

Sun, Oct 5

The health minister says this was the first step in the goal of lowering screening age to match with Australia.

Where the free bowel cancer screening age will be lowered first

The health minister says this was the first step in the goal of lowering screening age to match with Australia.

Sat, Oct 4

Health Minister Shane Reti (file photo).

More government funding for natural pharmaceutical sector

The Government has announced it will be investing in more funding for natural pharmaceuticals, as it aims to boost exports for what it described as a "fast-growing" sector.

Sat, Oct 4

Dunedin Hospital.

Documents reveal bullying at Dunedin Hospital, 'fear' at Southland

Bullying at Dunedin Hospital has been revealed in documents released following reports some staff at Southland Hospital had been told they couldn't chat to each other for more than five minutes.

Fri, Oct 3

Ego Sunsense Sensitive Invisible SPF50+ and Ego Sunsense Ultra SPF50+ failed to meet their SPF levels.

Dozens of sunscreens pulled from shelves in Aus over SPF claims

Sixteen out of 20 popular sunscreens labelled SPF 50 or 50+ failed to provide the level of protection claimed on packaging.

Thu, Oct 2