Carolyn Hansen: Happiness comes from within and exercise helps

Endorphins are natural “feel good” hormones and are made in the brain during intense physical activity. Photo / 123rf OPINION Happiness is almost a worldwide obsession these days. Self-help bookstore shelves and online websites are full of offers that promise to help you find or achieve happiness. We could define happiness as just “feel good”. … Read more

Woman, 62, hits health worker after 21-hour wait in ED

Health workers in hospital emergency departments are regularly confronted with abusive behavior from mental health patients. Photo/Getty Images As the medical system faces overload again during a busy winter, documents reveal healthcare workers in the busy Auckland City Hospital emergency department regularly face abusive behavior and threats from mentally ill patients. Sophie writes. Generate. A … Read more