Winter wellness: Unichem Cashel Pharmacy

As the weather cools down and the leaves start to turn, it’s time to start thinking about staying healthy and well this winter. One of the most important things you can do to prepare for winter is to protect yourself from the flu. The flu can be a real winter bugbear, with symptoms ranging from […]

State-of-the-art radiology: Beyond Radiology

Cantabrians are being warmly welcomed into an impressive new radiology clinic, with groundbreaking technology, aimed at removing stress from each patient’s unique health journey. Beyond Radiology in Merivale offers a first-class experience for both patients, and referrers. Its difference is that the business is fully New Zealand owned, and led by a team of highly […]

Eagle eyes: Anstice Optometrists

Recognising myopia (short sightedness) signs in children, and acting on them early, is vital. Signs to look out for include children not seeing something in the distance, tired eyes, moving closer to a TV or device, headaches, squinting, screwing up eyes, struggling with reading, and reduced school performance. Optometry research provides a range of treatment […]

Spruce up your smile: Merivale Denture Clinic

Dentures are often thought of as something that look like teeth and will help you eat a little better, but there is a lot more to them. They restore lost function of the mouth and teeth, and they also influence the way a person’s facial structure is restored. Thomas Gu is a senior clinical dental technician at […]

Are you highly sensitive?

Highly sensitive people (HSPs) are individuals with a highly sensitive nervous system, which makes them more responsive to sensory stimuli. HSPs are recognised by their ability to feel deeply for others, excel at creative activites, and make connections that others do not see. It is important to note that high sensitivity is not a mental […]

The breath of life: The Lung Mechanic

Relaxation, meditation, and mindfulness help us intermittently calm and destress. What is overlooked is how we breathe in between. Achieving good baseline breathing allows us to be in a more productive state and provides a greater buffer before feeling distressed, anxious or breathless. Breathing to calm is important but breathing well all the time is […]