A fresh pair of eyes: Matthews Eyecare
At Matthews Eyecare Riccarton, you will find the clinical expertise of its optometry team, and a personalised service. As an independent New Zealand owned business, we can accommodate all aspects of eye care and eye wear, including swimming goggles, sport and safety eyewear. We stock exclusive European fashion brands in a wide range […]
Combatting heart disease and sleep apnoea
A novel drug is showing promise for alleviating both heart failure, and the sleep apnoea associated with it. The drug, known as AF-130, was tested in an animal model at Waipapa Taumata Rau, the University of Auckland where researchers found it improved the heart’s ability to pump, but, equally important, prevented sleep apnoea, […]
Desk stretches
Some simple stretches at your desk each day can help offset the ill effects of all those sedentary hours you log on at work. Get started with these. Hold each stretch for 15 to 30 seconds. Neck Stretch Sit tall and upright. Grasp the bottom of the chair with your hand to keep […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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