The backbone of Kiwi health
Nelson Mandela once said, ‘It always seems impossible until it’s done,’ and next year the Canterbury Medical Research Foundation will have been doing the impossible for 60 years. Established in 1960 by Professor Don Beaven, the foundation has contributed $27 million and counting towards medical research. Put simply, a significant number of Canterbury’s […]
Mind over matter
As we increasingly recognise the importance of emotional and spiritual health in the age of digital distractions, we’re faced with the task of climbing out of the mindless trap of scrolling through newsfeeds and into the mindful haven of mental wellness. Distraction will forever be the enemy of productivity and in a perpetually […]
The heart of community: Unichem Prestons
Home is where the pharmacist is – at least that’s how the saying goes at Unichem Prestons. Pharmacist and pharmacy owner Ed Dawwas points out, “We are different because we like to engage with our community”. So much so, as one of their many services, they can conduct a home visit to help […]
Body & Skin Confidence: Viora Skin Tightening and Body Contouring
We chat to skin guru Nicky Quinn about the latest technology in non-invasive treatments – Viora Skin Tightening and Body Contouring. Can you tell us a bit about your body contouring and skin tightening treatments? Viora body contouring and skin tightening is a non-invasive and gentle treatment that uses radio frequency and vacuum […]
Skin Deep: Champs-Elysees Day Spa
With today’s advanced facial treatments, it is possible to make a visible and lasting change to your skin. Gone are the days of addressing symptoms; the future of skin care lies in looking at the underlying causes and developing a comprehensive and holistic treatment plan to restore health and integrity to the skin. […]
Helping you hear: Hear Again
Samantha Foster, co-owner and General Manager of Hear Again says that in helping adults of all ages with their hearing, it is usually family members who first notice hearing loss in a loved one and urge them to have their hearing checked. “Clients often come to Hear Again saying ‘I’m fine, everyone just mumbles in […]
Get rid of unwanted bulges! The Skin Rejuvenation Clinic
Most women would say they have a stubborn little pocket of fat that no diet or extreme exercise plan can budge. Whether it’s inner-thigh thickness, bingo wings, double chin or a post-pregnancy muffin top – whatever its form, it’s usually downright impossible to shift. Well, until now! Recent figures out of America reveal […]
Relieving symptoms of menopause: Oxford Women’s Health
Issues associated with Genitourinary Syndrome of Menopause (GSM) are not easy for women to discuss but Oxford Women’s Health is delighted to say that several of its patients, who have received the MonaLisa Touch treatment, have been more than happy to share their results. Lisa*, who is a local doctor, tells her story […]
All in one immigration medicals: Christchurch Immigration Health
Christchurch Immigration Health specialises in immigration medicals, business medicals and driver’s licence medicals. Its brand new one-stop clinic in Milford Chambers, St George’s Hospital, is a convenient location in the heart of Merivale. The team believes in a relaxed and stress-free practice and the clinic certainly reflects this, with plenty of on-site parking […]
Retirement ready teeth: Duxton Dental
Old friends of her family recently became patients of Christine Duxbury at Duxton Dental. Now retired, Mary and Bill find they need more maintenance on their teeth so they can eat well, smile confidently and maintain good oral health into their ‘Golden Years’. Unfortunately not long ago on a Mediterranean cruise they spent […]
