Two minute bowel cancer check
Bowel cancer is the second highest cause of cancer death in New Zealand, with over 1200 people dying each year, as many as breast and prostate cancer combined. June has been Bowel Cancer Awareness Month, a timely reminder for Kiwis to learn the symptoms and take action this winter. “We are losing far too many […]
Managing muscle soreness
More people are hitting the gym and engaging in strength-based training than ever before. Exercise New Zealand findings show that in the first half of 2024, the industry saw a surge of new members, with most clubs reporting a 5% growth compared with 2023. The most common activity is strength training, followed closely by group […]
Metropol Inspire: Embrace wellbeing
Welcome to the first of our fortnightly Metropol Inspire pages. Our aim is to bring you inspirational stories, and advice to help you discover the magic of expectation, learn how to ground yourself, and more. Each fortnight, Metropol Inspire will help you nourish your mind, body, and soul, passing on advice from experts in their […]
Combatting stretch marks
Developing when the skin stretches or shrinks abruptly, stretch marks are a type of scar so common that most people will have them. Such a quick change causes the collagen and elastin within the skin to rupture, causing stretch marks to appear when the skin starts to heal. According to multiple studies, around 80% of […]
Personalised hearing support: Bellbird Hearing
In our increasingly noisy world, maintaining good hearing health is crucial for overall wellbeing and quality of life. Yet, many people overlook the gradual deterioration of their hearing until it becomes a significant issue. As hearing technology rapidly improves through artificial intelligence and wireless connectivity, there has never been a better time to take a […]
Dentistry’s holy grail: OrthodontiX
The capabilities of 3D printing continue to amaze users of the technology, especially in its advancement of human experience, including health. One area which direct 3D printing has made a significant impact is dentistry. The latest in-house technology at OrthodontiX is the Luxcreo iLux Pro Dental, a cutting-edge direct 3D printer which produces clear aligners. […]
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