Best Bladder Leakage Podcasts (2025)

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Kent Johns: It's not about losing the weight, it's about habits 40:43

4d ago40:43

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The Biggest Loser ran for 18 seasons before ending in 2016, and it's now the subject of a major docu-series showing the behind the scenes moments from the show. A study following 14 contestants after their time on the show found all but one had regained the weight they had lost, and most surpassed the weight they were at the start of the show. LIST…

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John Cowan: We need a reality check for our alcohol problem 40:51

11d ago40:51

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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? LISTE…

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Sir Ashley Bloomfield: Children face many barriers in healthcare 40:44

18d ago40:44

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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 A…

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The Ins-and-Outs of OAB 28:59

20d ago28:59

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When is that sudden urge to go so bad that you should seek out medical help? How can I tell the difference between a UTI and OAB? How much water should I be drinking every day? Can a woman actually visit a urologist? These are some of the important questions that we address with today's guest, Dr. Raveen Syan. She's an associate professor of clinic…

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Dr Sola Freeman: Menopausal women deserve more support 40:51

25d ago40:51

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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 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Newstalk ZB

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Don't Push When You Pee! 5:24

27d ago5:24

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We've all been there. The baby's crying upstairs, so you need to speed up your bathroom visit to get to her quickly. You're racing to your next meeting, and you only have a minute to stop for the bathroom. You're late for your doctor's appointment, but you just need to make a pit stop before you leave. Sometimes having to pee gets in the way of our…

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Dr Michel Neeff: It's not just loud sounds ruining your hearing 40:42

1M ago40:42

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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 …

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How do I know if it's OAB? 26:01

1M ago26:01

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There are so many different incontinence conditions out there, it's easy to get confused about what you may be dealing with. Today's guest is Dr. Jeffrey Frankel, a renowned medical advisor known for his expertise in urology, to help make sense of what your symptoms may be telling you. For more information about the National Association for Contine…

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Greg Pain: Maintaining your bone health as you age 41:03

1M ago41:03

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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 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Dr Andy Johnston: Immunotherapy is the future of cancer treatment 42:35

2M ago42:35

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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 det…

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What is happening to my body?! Pelvic Organ Prolapse explained... 52:19

2M ago52:19

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When Sherrie Palm noticed something unusual going on down there, she had no idea the path her life was about to take - but her diagnosis of pelvic organ prolapse set her on a journey to become an author, internationally recognized speaker, authority on pelvic health and founder of APOPS, the Association for Pelvic Organ Prolapse Support. Listen to …

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Claire Turnbull: Fibre and sleep are keys to a strong diet 41:07

2M ago41:07

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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 s…

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Kent Johns: Finding the time to exercise isn't as daunting as it seems 40:47

2M ago40:47

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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 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Stop the Leaks! Improving Health through Better Incontinence Care at Home 36:24

2M ago36:24

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Incontinence can be challenging for almost anyone, and it can be particularly difficult for frail, older patients as well as those on Medicare and Medicaid. Today's guests are here to let you know that it doesn't have to be. They're here to give us a sneak peek into a soon-to-be-published study that patients, physicians and caregivers can all take …

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Caitlin Fris: Bladder leakage is nothing to be ashamed about 40:50

2M ago40:50

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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 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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SUI isn't a life sentence - effective, innovative treatments are here now 29:28

2M ago29:28

29:28

If you've had enough of leaking when you laugh or cough or sneeze, if you've spent enough on pads and products to help keep you dry, and if you're tired of just managing your condition rather than seeing real improvements, we have good news for you: Stress urinary incontinence can be treated. Today's guest is Gloria Kolb, founder and CEO of Elidah,…

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Dr John Cameron: Alcohol isn't the root problem 40:28

2M ago40:28

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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 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy inform…

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Women spend almost half their lives post menopause. Why is it still so misunderstood? 36:22

3M ago36:22

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Menopause is something that every woman will have to contend with - and nowadays, women spend 40% or more of their lives following the transition. You'd think that something that's so common would be better understood. Unfortunately, there are still an enormous number of misconceptions about menopause - what it is, what to expect, how to treat it a…

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Dr Libby Weaver: You're not getting enough nutrients 40:52

3M ago40:52

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Tim Beveridge is joined by Dr Libby Weaver to discuss nutrients and stress levels. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Newstalk ZB

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Greg Pain: How hard is too hard when pushing yourself in a workout? 40:43

3M ago40:43

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Pushing yourself to your limit is kind of the whole point of exercise - running just a little longer when you're exhausted, doing that extra rep until you can't lift anymore. But sometimes we miss warning signs, and push ourselves too hard - leading to an injury that even once fully recovered, most won't get back into the gym. So how hard is too ha…

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What we can learn from President Biden's prostate cancer diagnosis 7:32

3M ago7:32

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With the recent announcement that former President Biden has been diagnosed with prostate cancer, we've been hearing a lot of questions from our listeners about things like Gleason scores, hormone sensitivity and more. On today's episode, we're going to address those questions to give you a better understanding of the condition, how it's treated an…

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Kyle MacDonald: We need better allocation of mental health funding 40:33

3M ago40:33

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A range of governments have flip flopped on mental health funding for years. No matter how much is put into the sector, it always seems to end up in the wrong place - or not spent at all. So where should the money be going? LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Newstalk ZB

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Alex Flint: Exercises for longevity 40:39

4M ago40:39

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The older we get, the more important it is to maintain health, but what movements are the true needle-movers for a longer, healthier life? LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Newstalk ZB

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A little nerve could be all it takes to stop your leaks... 17:55

4M ago17:55

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If you think that your only hope for treating overactive bladder is to focus on your pelvic floor muscles, you may be overlooking a different type of approach that's been proven successful for hundreds of thousands of patients: Nerve stimulation. It turns out that certain nerves play a critical role in bladder function, and there are devices that c…

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Claire Turnbull: Not all supplements were created equal 40:59

4M ago40:59

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We've all heard the rumours that supplements and vitamins are just expensive waste that goes straight through you, but there are some that doctors recommend. So which are useless and which can actually improve your health? LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Newstalk ZB

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Dr John Cameron: Skinny people have heart attacks too 40:47

4M ago40:47

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We know how serious heart health is - but what can we actually do to help it? At what point should we start to be worries about how our weight is impacting our hearts - and how much does that really matter when heart issues don't discriminate? LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Treating incontinence following prostate surgery 22:13

4M ago22:13

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One thing that a lot of men who are facing prostate surgery often don't realize is that once the procedure is done, you're almost certain to experience bladder leaks. For most men, those leaks resolve after a few weeks or months, but for some, they can persist for years. The good news is that there are things you can do to improve your chances for …

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Caring for your skin when living with incontinence 39:14

4M ago39:14

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Anyone who lives with incontinence knows that leakage isn't just embarrassing or uncomfortable - it can create skin issues that range from simply irritating to genuinely endangering. Today's guest is Kolo Wilkinson, Clinical Nurse Lead with Tranquility Incontinence Products, and she shares with us advice and insight on how to best care for your ski…

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Dr Mark Williams: Devices are ruining your sleep 40:38

5M ago40:38

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Neuroscientist Dr Mark Williams partnered with Amazon Kindle and found that kiwis are checking for notifications up to 50 times an hour - a major contributor to 86% of us feeling stressed by bedtime. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Newstalk ZB

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"I'm hopeful": Sir Ashley Bloomfield on the future of health in New Zealand 40:41

5M ago40:41

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He was the Director-General of Health leading the country through the hardest health challenges New Zealand has faced in modern history. Today, he's a Professor at the University of Auckland's School of Population Health. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Newstalk ZB

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Niki Bezzant: It's time to stop the taboo of menopause 40:41

5M ago40:41

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Menopause is one of the most natural things a woman can go through, so why is it so taboo to speak about? LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Newstalk ZB

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Introducing We Count, NAFC's ambitious new campaign to help women with incontinence 18:37

5M ago18:37

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Did you realize that half of all women will experience incontinence? Or that more people have incontinence than either diabetes or heart disease? As alarming as those figures are, incontinence is still something that too few people are willing to talk about, and the end result is that millions suffer in silence - often for years and years - even th…

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Greg Pain: Core strength is key 40:32

5M ago40:32

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Training methods, core strength, and footwear. Biomechanist Greg Pain joins to discuss how the way people move impacts their results. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Newstalk ZB

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Dr John Cameron: "We don't know how paracetamol works" 39:52

6M ago39:52

39:52

Dr John Cameron joins The Weekend Collective to discuss more effective pain management methods. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Newstalk ZB

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Alex Flint: You don't need 10,000 steps a day 39:33

6M ago39:33

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Have you done your 10,000 steps today? Personal trainer Alex Flint joins to discuss whether 10,000 steps is a fad marketing scheme or truly beneficial to your health. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Newstalk ZB

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Postpartum Incontinence 37:43

6M ago37:43

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When most people think about changing diapers in the months after giving birth, they're probably thinking about their newborn. But a surprising number of women find themselves thinking about adult diapers, too. That's because most women experience incontinence to one degree or another following delivery. A new survey by Aeroflow Urology found that …

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Ethically Kate: How ethics fit into your health 39:43

6M ago39:43

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Kate Hall from Ethically Kate joins to discuss living an ethical and sustainable life. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Newstalk ZB

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Dr Alex Bartle: Stop tracking your sleep 39:45

6M ago39:45

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Now more than ever, people are putting a heap of energy into tracking the length and quality of their sleep each night. What percentage quality? How many hours? How long spent in each phase of sleep? It can be interesting to read the data, but is it really beneficial or does it create too much pressure on sleeping patterns? LISTEN ABOVE See omnystu…

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Greg Pain: Best and worst exercise trends 40:46

6M ago40:46

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This week on the Health Hub, expert Greg Pain unpacked the best and worst exercise trends for 2025 - and revealed the top exercises you should be doing. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Newstalk ZB

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Ganesh Raj: Getting over convenience food 40:29

7M ago40:29

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Dealing with endless choices of processed foods is hard at the best of times, but it's even harder when you don't realise the food is processed. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Newstalk ZB

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Kent Johns: Maintaining a routine 40:41

7M ago40:41

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Health and wellness coach Kent Johns joins to discuss the important of variety in workouts. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Newstalk ZB

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Dr John Cameron: "If you're taking a blood test, you should already know the result" 40:45

7M ago40:45

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A recent study published in PLO One found that people who's parents divorced when they were under the age of 18 were 61% more likely to experience a stroke later in life. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Newstalk ZB

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David Letele: You have to want it to get it 41:19

7M ago41:19

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Building a long list of healthy habits and workout routines to start in the new year probably seemed like a great idea in December, but how many haven't been given up yet? LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Newstalk ZB

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Allyson Gofton: Preparing for a delicious Christmas day 40:55

8M ago40:55

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As we draw closer to the big day, everyone is preparing to consume exorbitant amounts of delicious food. Allyson Gofton joins to discuss Christmas staples and the dishes that should stay off the table this year. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Newstalk ZB

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Physical therapy does a lot more than you might expect 26:53

8M ago26:53

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If you thought that physical therapists only worked on muscle groups, you're missing a big part of the picture. Today's guest is Laura Keyser, a Doctor of Physical Therapy and Director of Clinical Strategy and Global Health for Axena Health. She explains how a PT can help you not just with exercises - though they're incredibly effective there - but…

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Dr Alex Bartle: How can we fix bad sleeping habits? 40:34

9M ago40:34

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This week on the Health Hub, Dr Alex Bartle talked about the factors that can disrupt sleep over the Christmas season - and how to move past them to get a good night's rest. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Newstalk ZB

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Greg Pain: If running is so natural - why are injuries so common? 40:28

9M ago40:28

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Running has got to be the most natural form of exercise... so why is it so easy to get injured while you do it? Granted, if you're not an avid runner, it can take some time for your body to get used to that kind of movement - but what about your feet? We're all more likely to maintain a consistent exercise routine if we enjoy what we're doing, but …

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Alex Flint: When is it time to get a personal trainer? 40:49

9M ago40:49

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Home workouts, gym, or a personal trainer - which is more effective? Alex Flint is a personal trainer at Body Torque joins with the answer. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Newstalk ZB

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Dr John Cameron: Advocating for yourself with your GP 40:20

9M ago40:20

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Far too often patients will find themselves directing their GP on what tests they need done when everything continues coming back normal. Dr John Cameron joins to discuss how you can advocate for yourself in the doctor's office, and when it's time to seek a second opinion. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Kyle MacDonald: Staying social after 65 40:53

9M ago40:53

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A recent study by Age Concern found that 59% of Kiwis over the age of 65 had recently felt lonely or socially isolated. The CEO, Kevin Lamb, has said the health burden of loneliness is just as damaging as many chronic medical conditions. But how can we catch it before it begins to spiral, and is there a way to avoid loneliness? Psychotherapist Kyle…

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