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How Does Vitamin D Deficiency Happen? And What to Do About It Feeling tired, achy, or generally low in mood or energy? You might be experiencing the effects of a vitamin D deficiency. Vitamin D is essential for bones, immunity, and energy, but...

Bowel cancer is one of the most treatable cancers when detected early, and screening is the key to finding it in time. In New Zealand, the National Bowel Screening Programme has shown that a FIT (faecal immunochemical test) can detect at least 7 out...

Fertility can bring up a mix of emotions, from hope and curiosity to frustration and determination. Whether you’re just starting to try for a baby, have been on the journey for some time, or are supporting someone you love, this is an opportunity to...

What is Prostate Cancer? Prostate cancer is the most common cancer in New Zealand men, with around 4,000 diagnosed each year. Despite its prevalence, many men know little about the prostate gland, its function, or what symptoms to watch out for....

Bowel health is something many of us avoid talking about but it’s a conversation we need to be having. In New Zealand, bowel cancer is one of the most commonly diagnosed cancers and the second leading cause of cancer death. Yet it’s also one of the m...

At Smith Biomed, we’re committed to helping you take control of your health with the right information and convenient tools like our Ferritin (Iron Deficiency) Test Here's what you need to know about why iron matters, how to spot a deficiency, and...

In support of Te Wiki Hauora Wāhine | Women’s Health Week, 11–17 August 2025 Women’s Health Week (Te Wiki Hauora Wāhine) is a long-overdue initiative in Aotearoa. A time for all wāhine, cisgender, transgender, and gender-diverse individuals to pau...

With expert insights from Dr Libby Weaver’s book, Fix Iron First Iron deficiency is one of the most common nutritional issues in Aotearoa, especially among women. If you’re feeling unusually tired, low in energy, or having trouble focusing, low ir...

How to Prep Your Immune System for Seasonal Changes As the seasons shift, so does the way our immune system responds. Colder weather, warmer temperatures, and sudden changes in humidity can all affect how our body defends against illness. Supporting...

Iron Deficiency vs Anaemia: What You Need to Know Iron is an essential nutrient that supports oxygen transport, energy production, and overall well-being. Yet, many people experience low iron levels without realising it until fatigue, dizziness, or...