/on-air/the-weekend-collective/the-health-hub/rss ¾ÅÒ»ÐÇ¿ÕÎÞÏÞ Sat, 23 Aug 2025 14:38:40 Z en /on-air/the-weekend-collective/the-health-hub/john-cowan-we-need-a-reality-check-for-our-alcohol-problem/ /on-air/the-weekend-collective/the-health-hub/john-cowan-we-need-a-reality-check-for-our-alcohol-problem/ Alcohol has been a problem in New Zealand for a while, and it may be time for a reality check.  A study out of the United States found only 54% of adults consume alcohol, the lowest ever recorded since tracking began in 1939.  A study in New Zealand found it to be 76.3% here - so where is the gap, and when will we finally do something about it?  LISTEN ABOVE Sun, 17 Aug 2025 05:11:58 Z /on-air/the-weekend-collective/the-health-hub/sir-ashley-bloomfield-children-face-many-barriers-in-healthcare/ /on-air/the-weekend-collective/the-health-hub/sir-ashley-bloomfield-children-face-many-barriers-in-healthcare/ We all want to see the next generation thrive - to do better than generations before.  But there are a whole host of barriers holding children back, stopping them from reaching their full potential, and creating cycles that continue through generations.  We always say children are our future, so why are we not doing more to support that future?  Sir Ashley Bloomfield joins Tim Beveridge for Health Hub...  LISTEN ABOVE Sun, 10 Aug 2025 05:02:33 Z /on-air/the-weekend-collective/the-health-hub/dr-sola-freeman-menopausal-women-deserve-more-support/ /on-air/the-weekend-collective/the-health-hub/dr-sola-freeman-menopausal-women-deserve-more-support/ Menopause is as normal and natural as any other life change - but the stigma around it hasn't gone away.  Convenor of the Aotearoa Menopause Forum, Dr Sola Freeman, joins Tim Beveridge for Health Hub.  LISTEN ABOVE Sun, 03 Aug 2025 05:11:43 Z /on-air/the-weekend-collective/the-health-hub/dr-michel-neeff-its-not-just-loud-sounds-ruining-your-hearing/ /on-air/the-weekend-collective/the-health-hub/dr-michel-neeff-its-not-just-loud-sounds-ruining-your-hearing/ Hearing loss is one of those thing that just kind of sneaks up on you, and most people never think to get it checked until you reach a certain age.  Hearing loss affects 1 in every 5 kiwis, and it's projected to get far worse over the coming decades.  Dr Michel Neeff is a leading ENT surgeon and he joins Tim Beveridge on the Health Hub.  LISTEN ABOVE Sun, 27 Jul 2025 05:12:42 Z /on-air/the-weekend-collective/the-health-hub/greg-pain-maintaining-your-bone-health-as-you-age/ /on-air/the-weekend-collective/the-health-hub/greg-pain-maintaining-your-bone-health-as-you-age/ Bone health is immeasurably important for our physical health, and the density of your bones have a whole lot to do with how frail you will be once you pass that 60 year mark.  Greg Pain is a sports biomechanist at bioSPORT and joins Tim Beveridge for Health Hub.  LISTEN ABOVE Sun, 20 Jul 2025 05:24:47 Z /on-air/the-weekend-collective/the-health-hub/dr-andy-johnston-immunotherapy-is-the-future-of-cancer-treatment/ /on-air/the-weekend-collective/the-health-hub/dr-andy-johnston-immunotherapy-is-the-future-of-cancer-treatment/ Sarcoma is deadliest cancer among children and young people, accounting for nearly one third of deaths among the 15-24 age group.  Despite this, research funding remains low compared to more common cancers, and feeds back into low survival rates. It's also reportedly misdiagnosed a third of the time, highlighting the urgent need for better early detection. What do we do if we feel like our doctors misdiagnosed us? What signs should we look out for?  How can we balance cancer-research to address the common ones and the deadliest ones? Orthopaedic Surgeon Andrew Johnston joins Tim Beveridge for the Health Hub... LISTEN ABOVE  Sun, 13 Jul 2025 05:02:29 Z /on-air/the-weekend-collective/the-health-hub/claire-turnbull-fibre-and-sleep-are-keys-to-a-strong-diet/ /on-air/the-weekend-collective/the-health-hub/claire-turnbull-fibre-and-sleep-are-keys-to-a-strong-diet/ New research shows the "Atlantic diet" could be the secret to a longer and healthier life. There's also the mediterranean diet, and tuna-broccoli-chicken-rice meals. But sticking to these can be so boring on our palettes, and when you're busy with work and life - it's basically impossible to maintain!  So what foods are best for us, and how can we stay with the programme? Andrew Dickens is joined by Wellbeing expert and Nutritionist Claire Turnbull... LISTEN ABOVE Sun, 06 Jul 2025 05:10:24 Z /on-air/the-weekend-collective/the-health-hub/kent-johns-finding-the-time-to-exercise-isnt-as-daunting-as-it-seems/ /on-air/the-weekend-collective/the-health-hub/kent-johns-finding-the-time-to-exercise-isnt-as-daunting-as-it-seems/ Reports say we need 2.5 hours of exercise a week, and 10-thousand steps a day. How can we find the time and motivation to stay fit? Is there a method to sticking to a workout-plan despite a busy schedule? Tim Beveridge is joined with Health and Mental Well-being Expert Kent Johns... LISTEN ABOVE Sun, 29 Jun 2025 05:09:38 Z /on-air/the-weekend-collective/the-health-hub/caitlin-fris-bladder-leakage-is-nothing-to-be-ashamed-about/ /on-air/the-weekend-collective/the-health-hub/caitlin-fris-bladder-leakage-is-nothing-to-be-ashamed-about/ Bladder issues can impact people at any age, with a third of women over 35 affected by bladder leaks. Wrapping up World Continence Week, how can we help remove the stigma around incontinence? Tim Beveridge is joined with Pelvic Health Expert Caitlin Fris... LISTEN ABOVE Sun, 22 Jun 2025 05:09:59 Z /on-air/the-weekend-collective/the-health-hub/dr-john-cameron-alcohol-isnt-the-root-problem/ /on-air/the-weekend-collective/the-health-hub/dr-john-cameron-alcohol-isnt-the-root-problem/ We all know how harmful alcohol can be - especially in large amounts - but where are people drinking the most?  There were more calls this week to raise the price of alcohol in off-license businesses, as it's thought that people tend to lose control at home more than in a licensed business. LISTEN ABOVE Sun, 15 Jun 2025 05:10:16 Z /on-air/the-weekend-collective/the-health-hub/dr-libby-weaver-youre-not-getting-enough-nutrients/ /on-air/the-weekend-collective/the-health-hub/dr-libby-weaver-youre-not-getting-enough-nutrients/ Tim Beveridge is joined by Dr Libby Weaver to discuss nutrients and stress levels.  LISTEN ABOVE Sun, 08 Jun 2025 05:10:54 Z