Navigate your family’s wellness with tips and information about common illnesses and conditions from our family health section.
A ground-breaking study by the University of Otago has found links between the human papilloma virus (HPV) and several pregnancy complications, including premature birth and pre-eclampsia.
In 2010, after 12 long years debating the safety of the MMR vaccine in mother’s groups across the nation, a key paper linking the three-in-one jab with autism has been retracted.
While babies are born with some immunity to certain infections, it does not last long. Which is why childhood vaccines are important to help protect them against serious illnesses.
Just because diseases such as measles, polio and whooping cough have almost completely disappeared from our society, don't be fooled into thinking that they are not serious. The vaccine preventable diseases are severe and immunisation prevents them.
As parents we always strive to keep our kids safe from harm. Have you considered the danger posed by doors around your home that have a tendency to slam?
Sugary drinks have been identified in the past as a primary cause of dental decay in children. Should there be a sugar tax?
Children need the full alphabet of vitamins and minerals to stay healthy. So how much do they need and what foods are the best sources?
Lots of women however, are looking at something a little different and giving reusable menstrual products a go. What are the options if you want to try reusable sanitary products?
There aren't many things better than a Kiwi summer, but make sure you and your family stay protected with these sunscreen tips.
Sunglasses are a great way to provide sun protection - but many kids don't wear sunglasses. Find out which sunglasses to buy to give UV protection
Garden to Table Ambassador Niki Bezzant says one of the keys to solving the obesity crisis is education. "Programmes like Empower, that help kids join the dots between growing, cooking and feeling good, are crucial."
The recent suddent death of two triplets in the UK was initially thought to be from carbon monoxide poisoning. The colourless, odourless gas has been a silent killer before.
Cervical cancer is one of the most preventable and curable of all cancers. According to the NZ Ministry of Health, mortality from cervical cancer has dropped by nearly two-thirds since the introduction of the national screening programme.
Information and practical solutions for hayfever sufferers with top tips and remedies for the whole family.
Earaches commonly occur in babies and small children and can be distressing for them and you.
Sports can do more for your child than just increase their physical fitness. They're also great for building teamwork, confidence and improving body image.
Children need to refuel correctly after expelling so much energy, the best thing to offer is a nutritious snack. The 30 minutes directly after exercise is when our bodies are most receptive to refuelling...
Keeping fit by playing sport is great for your health and wellbeing however there is always the risk of injury. Find out the RICER rule for treatment.
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Drug allergies can be a confusing area for parents because an adverse reaction to a medication does not necessarily mean that the child is allergic to that medicine.
Thrush can be the bane of a woman’s life – uncomfortable, irritating and plain unpleasant. Vaginal thrush is estimated to strike at least 75% of women at some stage in their lives
Find out about the 7 most common childhood rashes, how they arise, and what to do if your child gets one.
Head lice (or 'nits') can be annoying and uncomfortable for the whole family. Treat lice quick with these top tips.
Chickenpox is a contagious disease that can lead to scarring, pneumonia, meningitis and in adulthood, shingles. Find more information on chickenpox including symptoms.
There is not a lot you can do to prevent bruises - other than wrap yourself and your kids in cotton wool! But there are several ways you can help to speed up the healing process
Grazes, scrapes and cuts - these are the war wounds of childhood. Find out how to care for your child's injuries and prevent infection.
Children, especially the very young, always seem to make contact with germs and/or foods that cause them to have runny bowel movements.
Find out what you need to know about fevers in children including how to treat them.
How do you know if it’s the flu that’s sweeping through your family members, or just another cold?
Young children can have five to ten colds a year. Find out what you can do about the common cold.
