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Smokefree 2025: A promise gone up in smoke
On World Smokefree Day, concerns were raised that New Zealand drifted from its Smokefree 2025 goal.
"Please don’t die today" - a mother’s fight against asthma
Wellington mum Jade Stevens shares her experience of severe asthma and how a life-changing treatment helped her.
Proposed change to asthma inhaler access could save lives
Pharmac has proposed changes to improve access to 2-in-1 asthma inhalers, with strong support from the Foundation.
Raising funds for devices to detect heart disease early
Thousands of Kiwis risk undiagnosed atrial fibrillation (AF) because many communities lack access to ECG devices.
Rising power costs puts health at risk
Rising power prices are increasing energy poverty in NZ, with cold, damp homes worsening asthma and COPD.
Vape companies hunt loopholes ahead of law change
New vaping restrictions are coming into force, but concerns remain that some retailers are seeking loopholes.
Mum needing essential heart scan faced life-threatening delays
A Wellington mum with breast cancer was told she could wait up to 10 months for an essential heart scan.
$500k vape kit deal ‘reeks of tobacco tactics’
The Government spent over $500,000 on vapes for smoking cessation despite them not being Medsafe-approved.
Hospitalisation spike likely during back-to-school period
Asthma hospitalisations rise as kids return to school, parents urged to check action plans are up-to-date.
Christmas wish for better heart healthcare in New Zealand
In our Christmas wish list to Santa, we asked for something truly magical: better access to heart care.
Christmas Tree Syndrome
For some people, Christmas trees bring more than festive cheer. Pollen, mould and dust can trigger asthma and allergies.
Top tips for summer
Summer brings increased pollen, heat and allergy risks for people with asthma. Here's how to keep your asthma at bay.