Protect your hearing: Bellbird Hearing

Christchurch has a packed calendar throughout summer, with Cup and Show Week, plus plenty of outdoor events. While we wear sunscreen and hats to protect our skin from sun damage, our ears have no protection from noise damage. Exposure to hazardous noise is a common cause of hearing loss in adults. The cumulative effects of […]

Dr Libby says….

Have you fallen into the trap of believing that happiness can only be found in the future? As human beings, we tend to believe that happiness lies just beyond the horizon of our current circumstances. The pursuit of contentment becomes a distant journey, overshadowed by the illusion that we will be happy when we achieve […]

Movember for men’s mental health

If you’ve grown a mo yourself or watched a partner or sibling get the upper lip fuzz for mental health, it’s likely you’re familiar with Movember. Movember started in 2003, and is currently the leading charity changing the face of men’s health. To be part of Movember you can grow a moustache to show your […]

Heart to heart: Unichem Cashel Street

A pulse wave test can be life-changing for those on the road to cardiac disease. Cardiovascular disease and stroke are the number one cause of death in New Zealand, with one in 20 adults diagnosed. Cardiovascular disease is predominantly a ‘lifestyle disease’, and many heart conditions are preventable, or manageable, with early detection and timely […]

Taking a career break

In today’s competitive world, the idea of taking a career break might seem daunting or even counterproductive, yet a well-planned and purposeful career break can offer numerous benefits, particularly when it comes to mental health. Taking time away from the daily grind can be a rejuvenating experience, providing opportunities for personal growth, self-discovery, and enhanced […]

Christchurch goes pink: Pacific Radiology

Christchurch is turning pink this October to show support for Breast Cancer Awareness Month. The city will have 10 sites glowing in pink, joining more than 60 of New Zealand’s landmarks, streets and prominent buildings in a global campaign to shine a spotlight on the importance of detecting breast cancer early. They are: • Bowker […]