Health & Wellbeing

In a busy world, a space where you can train, breathe, and recover is a gem. If you can also find connection with like-minded people, you’ve hit on the whole treasure chest. Founded by Christchurch locals Matt and Zusje, The Cove Wellness brings fitness, recovery, and connection together under one roof. “We created […]

This year, take the smarter approach. Let technology guide you to a healthier, stronger you. The future of fitness is here, and it’s powered by Technogym. This AI equipment is gaining widespread attention for its groundbreaking technology at a time when longevity dominates the conversation. “Technology is here to help us train smarter, […]

Cardiovascular disease (CVD) is New Zealand’s number one killer, with one Kiwi dying every 90 minutes. In recent years, the number of people affected by cardiovascular disease has been on the rise globally. Early detection plays a critical role in preventing serious outcomes, and Pacific Radiology in Christchurch offers a valuable tool for […]

Prompt patient treatment with optimal recovery is a key part of the service model at a leading Christchurch specialist treatment centre. Treating semi-acute fractures in collaboration with other medical specialists is all part of the service. Specialising in adult hand, wrist, and elbow injuries, the team at Dudley Creek Health (DCH) includes a […]

Slip, slop, slap, and wrap. We all know what to do to protect our body from ultraviolet (UV) rays, but what about our eyes? The sun’s harsh rays can cause damage to eyes and the sensitive skin around them, and Statistics New Zealand reports the country’s UV levels are high enough to wear […]

It’s a gorgeously warm day, and you’re looking forward to basking in the sun. You might follow that with a game of backyard cricket or beach volleyball, or chores outside. Sounds like a dream, except the reality is that much time under the sun puts you at risk of overexposure. Mindfulness of how […]

Mindful and intuitive eating is an increasingly popular way of life in New Zealand. Taking time to enjoy your meals and listening to your body’s hunger cues is as essential as it is topical. At a time when binge and undereating statistics in New Zealand are growing, having a healthy relationship with food […]

Whenever posture comes up in conversation, the immediate response is often, “Oh, I have the worst posture.” It’s usually said with a mix of guilt and resignation, as though having poor posture is entirely a personal failing. The truth is that the way most of us live today makes maintaining good posture incredibly […]

This Christmas, hundreds of parents will be forced to choose between spending time with family or their sick child in hospital. It’s a decision no one wants to make. Canterbury mother Kimberley had her daughter eight weeks early in December 2021. Her local hospital didn’t take on babies younger than 34 weeks, so […]