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Midwife’s pioneering PhD promotes evidence-based post-birth anaemia care

14 May 2025

A senior New Zealand midwife is waiting for news on funding the next stage of her groundbreaking research into treating new mothers with anaemia.
Tokelau opens up: a nation’s first step towards mental health awareness

13 May 2025

The first national mental health survey in Tokelau – part of Pacific-wide study led by Professor Sir Collin Tukuitonga and Professor Jude McCool – wrapped up on 8 May.
From Siria to Aotearoa: honouring Rotuman language and legacy

11 May 2025

Aotearoa New Zealand launches the start of the 2025 Pacific Language Weeks celebrating Gasav Ne Fäeag Rotuạm Ta – Rotuma Language Week 11-17 May.
‘Giant in stroke research’ focuses on role of nurses

9 May 2025

Professor Julia Slark's compassion, kindness and sense of social justice underpins her leadership of the School of Nursing and stroke research.
Dame Lisa Carrington brings golden touch to basketball

9 May 2025

Hiwa's basketball courts received New Zealand's most decorated Olympian recently, when Dame Lisa Carrington came to deliver an announcement.
Empowering whānau through culturally safe cancer screening

8 May 2025

PhD candidate Nadine Riwai hopes to transform national cancer screening for Māori.
Vape stores clustered around schools

7 May 2025

Almost half of New Zealand schools are within a short walking distance of a specialist vape retailer, despite a law aimed at preventing vape stores near schools.
New test could help more women beat ‘silent killer’

7 May 2025

University of Auckland researchers are working to develop a new test that could help women access a revolutionary treatment for ovarian cancer.
Your phone will see you now, about your asthma

6 May 2025

Commentary: New and emerging technologies are likely to revolutionise asthma management, says Amy Chan.
Mushroom testing could be magic

2 May 2025

Magic mushrooms are coming under the microscope, as scientists at the University of Auckland forage for evidence to support a drug-checking service with the goal of reducing harm.
Are autistic people being over-medicated?

2 May 2025

Clearer prescribing guidelines for people with autism are needed to ensure they are not over-medicated or missing out.
Mike Dragunow: breakthroughs with the brain

1 May 2025

Integrating AI with computer-based models is one of the latest means the neuropharmacologist is working on to stay at the leading edge of developing drugs for brain disorders.

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