Fatigue
Cognitive impact of long Covid laid bare
We know the symptoms of long Covid include things like memory problems and 'brain fog.' But one of the most rigorous examinations of the long-term cognitive impacts of severe Covid has unveiled some… Audio
What should we be eating?
For every study promoting wine or coffee as being beneficial to your health, there's another telling you to either reduce consumption or cut them out of your diet altogether. Journalist Nicole Schmidt… Audio
Pilots warn of fatigue
Fatigue among pilots, air traffic control and other aviation workers could lead to an aviation disaster - according to a leading union.The Airline Pilots Assocation or NZALPA - which represents which… Audio
Similarities between long-haul Covid and ME Chronic Fatigue Syn
New research is investigating similarities between long-haul Covid and ME/Chronic Fatigue Syndrome. University of Otago's Emeritus Professor Warren Tate and his team are examining the molecular… Audio
How often you should exercise to stay in shape - according to science
The recent Tokyo Olympic Games was the culmination of years of training as much as twice daily for hundreds of world-class athletes. But how often should ordinary, even reluctant, exercisers be… Audio
Professor Gary McLean: 'Annual Covid-19 boosters likely'
Joining us again on Sunday morning is New Zealander Dr Gary McLean. He discusses the Delta variant, what type of masks we should be wearing, and why annual Covid-19 booster shots are going to be… Audio
Sophie Devine encourages athletes to take care, avoid burn-out
The White Ferns captain Sophie Devine is encouraging athletes to think about themselves first and sport second after taking a break from top level cricket.
Having missed the New Zealand team's last… Audio
Professor Gary McLean on Covid-19 vaccine side effects
Gary McLean is with us to look at all of the latest news relating to Covid-19, including the mild systemic side effects people using Covid-19 vaccinations are experiencing, and why women are more… Audio
How 'microbreaks' can boost your work day
Feeling sluggish in the office environment? Take a 'microbreak' and you'll be much better for it. New research shows that taking microbreaks can help employees bounce back from their morning fatigue… Audio
My Current Song: Haddon, 'Remember'
Haddon is a Hawke's Bay artist who has been creating music with international beat makers and producers. The 19-year-old is a prolific songwriter with over 150 songs already under his belt. He joins… Audio
How melodic alarms could reduce morning grogginess
The sounds you wake up to could be affecting how groggy and clumsy you are in the morning, according to new research. RMIT University doctoral researcher Stuart McFarlane was lead author of the… Audio
Katharina Lederle: 'Lack of sleep is costing businesses money'
Dr Katharina Lederle is a sleep expert, a human fatigue and sleep specialist. She's also the author of Sleep Sense and says sleep deprivation has become a health epidemic in the Western world. Audio
An ear on your health
A trial of Canaria devices is about to start in mines in Australia, where it will measure for signs of fatigue and send warnings when levels of tiredness reach unsafe levels. Audio, Gallery
An ear on your health
The Canaria is a device that's worn behind the ear and can sense for vital signs and alert the wearer about their state of health. A trial of these devices is about to start in mines in Australia… Audio
Tracking eyes to save lives
A local insurer is encouraging its customers to try in-vehicle eye tracking technology as a way of reducing road accidents. This Way Up looks at how this eye tracking technology works with Charles… Audio
This Way Up: Vehicle eye tracking technology
Fatigue, especially on the road, can kill, and that's why a big insurer here in New Zealand is encouraging its customers to try in-vehicle eye tracking technology. The system uses cameras and sensors… Audio
Using honey bees to uncover the mysteries of anaesthesia-induced jetlag
New research is being presented today on how to avoid jet lag like symptoms for patients who've been under anaesthetic. The researchers used honey bees to uncover some of the mystery of… Audio
Are we underslept because we start work too early?
A sleep expert says the working day needs to be changed as it's akin to torture for a sleep-deprived society. Dr Paul Kelley from the Sleep and Circadian Neuroscience Institute at Oxford University… Audio