Health & Wellbeing

At midnight on 8 September 2021, more than 4 million vaccine doses had been given – 2.7 million first doses and 1.3 million second doses. That means 33% of the population are now fully vaccinated.

Where from Here is all about empowering people to journey through this stage of life by giving them the tools needed to make decisions that are right for them.

A rapidly growing startup will join the country’s largest retail group in a move which is set to improve access to healthcare for thousands of Kiwis.

If you can afford it, please consider donating via ANZ's Digital Daffodil as for every $1 you donate this way, The Cancer Society of New Zealand will receive $3.

Whether you are a person living with dementia or you are supporting a person with dementia, it is important to know what you can do to stay as safe as possible, and to look after your wellbeing.

The following information has been provided by the Ministry of Health on 19 August 2021 – see its website for the most recent updates about the vaccination rollout.

In the face of such uncertainty, it’s normal to struggle to see what good can come out of a situation. Online health and wellbeing app Mentemia explains that optimism is a strategy that can help us all see a way forward more clearly.

Even in times of crisis, people have human rights that safeguard their dignity.

Not everyone is comfortable in the kitchen; yet it’s particularly important at times like this to continue to eat healthy, well-balanced, and nourishing meals. Here are some nutrition tips, recipe inspiration and a guide of meal services still delivering throughout the lockdown.

Everyone deals with things differently and it’s natural that many New Zealanders will be feeling uncertain, anxious or scared given the current situation. Here are some strategies to help you look after your mental health.