Treating antenatal depresssion
Vitamins and minerals have been used by University of Canterbury (UC) researchers to alleviate symptoms of depression during pregnancy. Antenatal depression affects some 32 to 45 million women globally; it increases the pregnancy risks and complications in birth and newborns, and has been linked with emotional, behavioural, and developmental problems in children. PhD […]
Mamma Mia! Showbiz Christchurch
How can you resist it? The stage will be set, and this highly anticipated production unveiled. With the smash-hit musical extravaganza, audiences will be captivated as Showbiz Christchurch presents MAMMA MIA!, at the Isaac Theatre Royal from 27 September to 12 October 2024. MAMMA MIA! is a jukebox musical featuring the timeless songs […]
Metropol Inspire: Cold weather & connections
Cold weather calls for cocooning up inside. It’s nice to be cosy and warm, yet this can have a negative impact on our social wellbeing. Studies show that cold temperatures can often bring notions of detachment from our social support networks. We tend to favour staying inside over attending events, catching up with […]
Putting the spotlight on social burnout
There is constant pressure to be busy. Sometimes keeping up with every social event, scheduling consistent time with friends and family, answering each message, and being the ultimate parent or grandparent leads to exhaustion. Call it social burnout, social fatigue, introvert burnout or introvert hangover. According to an international study, social and extroverted […]
First Rare Disorders Strategy
The release of New Zealand’s Rare Disorders Strategy marks a significant moment for people living with often debilitating conditions. Having such a strategy is huge for the rare disorder community, as it means recognition and acknowledgement, says Rare Disorders NZ Board Chair James McGoram. “It marks the first time we have high level […]
Controlling bacteria
A team of New Zealand scientists has published research in the renowned international journal, Nature, after collaborating to tell the story of a microscopic arms race. Postdoctoral fellow Dr Nils Birkholz (University of Otago) studies bacteria-fighting viruses called phages, widely considered as the next step to controlling antibiotic-resistant bacteria in food production and […]
The snail trail
Snail mucin is considered a wonder beauty treatment by many who have embraced its use, backed by various laboratory studies. Because snail mucin is packed with hyaluronic acid, research has shown its use can benefit cell cultures, possibly enhancing collagen and elastin production. Claims include that its antioxidants help to reduce signs of […]
Immigration medical needs: Christchurch Immigration Health
Immigration involves numerous boxes being ticked, including various medical requirements. C hristchurch Immigration Health is a purpose-developed clinic, specifically designed to meet the needs of its clients and of Immigration New Zealand. “We are a one-stop shop for all immigration medical needs,” says Dr Lisa Amin. “Everything needed can be performed on the […]
Finding the ‘carrot’ of your midwinter exercise
Cold, short days make it hard to implement active routines, and also reduce the willpower and motivation that help us stick to them. Using social interaction as a form of motivation is the key to maintaining healthy wellbeing this winter, according to research. The catch-ups you look forward to, where you share the […]
Metropol Inspire: The pleasure of a compliment
Not everyone enjoys receiving a compliment. Often that is because they’re shy, embarrassed, want to downplay it, or just unsure how to gracefully receive it. Researchers have found several awkward ways in which people typically react to compliments. One of these is rejecting it by directly contradicting the compliment giver. An example is […]
