A comprehensive government report on adolescent health has highlighted the extent of difficulties faced by New Zealand youth, drawing national […]
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Experts respond: E coli outbreak in Europe
The outbreak of Escherichia coli in Europe is causing widespread concern as experts work to pinpoint the source of the […]
Continue readingActive video games good for overweight kids – NZ Herald
A recent New Zealand study has examined the effects of playing ‘active’ video games, finding that the exercise component of […]
Continue readingPodcast: Adolescent Health Report Launch
The Prime Minister’s Chief Science Advisor, Sir Peter Gluckman, today released a comprehensive report on the health and social issues […]
Continue readingMark Quigley: Seismic fear mongering or time to jump ship?
Dr Mark Quigley is Senior Lecturer in Active Tectonics and Geomorphology in the Department of Geological Sciences at the University of Canterbury, Christchurch, New […]
Continue readingExperts Respond: IARC – Cellphones “Possibly Carcinogenic to Humans”
The International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC), a subsidiary of the World Health Organization, has released a monograph classifying […]
Continue readingFrom mobiles to microwaves: Assessing radiation hazards
The International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) is assessing the carcinogenic hazards associated with exposure to radiofrequency electromagnetic fields. […]
Continue readingColin James on evidence-based policy
Writing his final column for the Dominion Post, Colin James examines some recent and upcoming situations that highlight a potential […]
Continue readingFeather DNA analysis unveils cloak origins
DNA analysis of feather cloaks dating back to 1810 has revealed fascinating insights about historical Maori trade and movement. Scientists […]
Continue readingCombined forces of ‘polypill’ cut down heart disease
An international study involving New Zealand patients and researchers has shown that a pill containing a combination of treatments has […]
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