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Side-sleeping in late pregnancy best for baby’s growth

3 October 2019

Pregnant women have another reason to settle to sleep on their side in the final weeks – new evidence that this position is best for the baby’s growth.
NZ needs to join the rest of the world and ban prescription medicine ads

3 October 2019

New Zealand is one of only two developed countries, along with the US, that permits direct-to-consumer advertising of prescription medicines, and it needs to stop, writes Associate Professor David Menkes.
Much to learn from the ahi kaa of Ihumātao

2 October 2019

Opinion: The ahi kaa of Ihumātao have much to teach our nation and its visitors through their manaakitanga and stories, explains Frances Hancock and Tim McCreanor.
Red meat no worse, no better than soy protein for heart disease risk

2 October 2019

Three weekly servings of fresh, unprocessed red meat over eight weeks neither lowers nor raises heart disease risk in already at-risk men, findings from a novel Liggins Institute-led study suggest.
NZ scientists’ carbon footprint dilemma

1 October 2019

Opinion: How do scientists reconcile their understanding of climate change with a larger than average carbon footprint? John Hosking discusses a very real dilemma.
Neuroscientist Cathy Stinear: professor revolutionising stroke rehabilitation

1 October 2019

With a 40 percent increase in stroke expected in Auckland in the next decade, the work of Professor Cathy Stinear and her team is crucial.
Q&A: Does NZ have a place for e-cigarettes?

1 October 2019

Opinion: Amid the global backlash against e-cigarettes three researchers discuss outcomes of their New Zealand trials on vaping and provide some clarity with a Q&A.
Professor Donna Rose Addis joins Centre for Brain Research Scientific Advisory Board

1 October 2019

The Centre for Brain Research is pleased to announce the appointment of Professor Donna Rose Addis to our Scientific Advisory Board.
Motivated by success

1 October 2019

On 24 September, more than 2,000 students took part in Spring Graduation, ranging in age from 21 to 77. Here’s a selection of their stories.
Century-old teachers' alumni association bids goodbye

1 October 2019

Members of the "Old A's Association" gathered for a final meeting and celebration at Epsom Campus this week, before the association went into recess.
Outstanding achievers outside the classroom

30 September 2019

A climate change activist, a sonic arts music producer, and a Taekwondo champion are among the winners of the University of Auckland Blues Awards for 2019.
Why we need to pay more attention to scabies in New Zealand children

30 September 2019

Better awareness of the link between scabies and rheumatic fever could help reduce health inequities, says a University of Auckland public health expert.

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