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The Health Hub

Newstalk ZB
New Zealand
Hearing Loss
Mental Health
Weight Loss
Greg Pain
Nutrition
Food and Cooking
Exercise
Alcohol
Circadian Rhythm
Auckland, New Zealand
Cochlear Implant
Cochlear Implants
Sleep
Sleep Hygiene
Christmas In New Zealand
Soup
Running
Body Types
Butterbean Motivation

Live well and live long with Newstalk ZB ‘s Health Hub.Tapping into New Zealand’s leading practitioners, the Health Hub explores all you need to know about food, sleep, health, fitness and mental wellbeing. Live life to the full and add good vibes to your day with the Health Hub.

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Everyone's using headphones and blasting sounds at full-volume now; noise-cancelling ear-phones are as common and cheaper than ever; live shows and events with crowds are a must for most adults, and children are being left to their devices - listenin... more

Westmere Medical Centre's Dr John Cameron joins Newstalk ZB's Tim Beveridge to talk the important of seeing your GP regularly.

They also explore the reasons why people avoid the doctor.

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A new study finds poor sleep is tied to rising cancer risk for those under 50, with irregular sleeping patterns and insomnia being three times more likely to get cancer within five years.

But sleeping can be hard to do, especially if you're younger... more

Nowadays our phones have the ability to track our exercise and sleep habits, and if it's not our phones, it's our smartwatches.

These tools can monitor our heart-rate, count our steps, say how many calories we've burned, and tracks how far we've wa... more

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Recent Guests

Michel Neef
ENT surgeon and hearing specialist
ENT surgery/HEAR program (as introduced)
Episode: Dr Michel Neeff: Hearing loss is totally preventable with better awareness
Gordon Walker
New Zealand's celebrated high performance coach, coach of Dame Lisa Carrington, Coast to Coast multiple winner
Coach/Trainer
Episode: Gordon Walker: Being fit looks different for everyone
Allyson Gofton
Chef and host on The Health Hub segment
Allyson Gofton (chef)
Episode: Allyson Gofton: Soup is the secret for nutrition on a dime
Rob Knight
Physiotherapist for The Breakers; interest in adolescent physiotherapy health
The Breakers
Episode: Rob Knight: Warming up isn't enough to avoid injury
Kent Johns
Health coach
Unspecified in transcript
Episode: Kent Johns: Could a fad be what you need to get back into exercise?
Dr. Bryan Betty
GP, Chair General Practice New Zealand
General Practice New Zealand
Episode: Dr. Bryan Betty: How to choose the right GP
Lee (caller)
Caller sharing a personal motivation story
Episode: David Letele: Finding the right kind of motivation
Alex Flint
Founder and coach at Body Talk
Body Talk
Episode: Alex Flint: We're overcomplicating our health
John Cameron
Doctor featured on the Health Hub episode
Health expert
Episode: John Cameron: Eat as much cholesterol as you'd like

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Tim Beveridge
Host of The Weekend Collective / Health Hub segment on Newstalk ZB; frequently anchors discussions on health, fitness, sleep, and wellness for a NZ audience.

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Dr Michel Neeff: It's not just loud sounds ruining your hearing
Q: Why is neonatal screening for hearing important?
Early neonatal screening allows for the rapid identification of profound hearing loss, enabling timely intervention such as cochlear implantation for suitable candidates, which dramatically improves language development and integration into mainstream settings.
Dr Michel Neeff: It's not just loud sounds ruining your hearing
Q: How do cochlear implants work and what is the typical user experience after activation?
A cochlear implant uses an internal electrode array around the auditory nerve paired with an external processor. Users may perceive the initial sound as unfamiliar or even unpleasant, but with consistent use over months, the brain learns to interpret the signals, and hearing can normalize to a functional level.
Dr Michel Neeff: It's not just loud sounds ruining your hearing
Q: What are the main risks associated with listening to loud sounds on consumer devices?
Prolonged exposure to loud sounds can damage the inner ear; specifically, exposure to around 85 decibels for eight hours or higher, and even louder levels like 110 decibels in devices, can cause hearing damage. Short bursts can be risky if the volume is high enough.
Kyle MacDonald: Do you need a therapist or just a friend?
Q: When do you know a friend needs more than just your support and might need professional help?
When their distress becomes persistent, significantly interferes with daily functioning, or involves safety concerns, it's appropriate to suggest professional help and possibly facilitate an initial appointment.
Sir Ashley Bloomfield: Children face many barriers in healthcare
Q: How does Barnardo's interact with government services, and what is the role of government in delivering or enabling support?
Governments should fund and empower community-based providers, recognizing that most services are delivered outside hospitals by local organizations, and ensure integration with social services to support families effectively.

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The overall tone centers on practical health, fitness, sleep, nutrition, and mental wellbeing, with guest experts ranging from GPs and researchers to fitness coaches and nutritionists. Episodes frequently tackle everyday health decisions, from recognizing hearing loss and preventing injuries to interpreting sleep data, using AI in medicine, navigating telehealth, and choosing sustainable nutrition. A notable pattern is a strong emphasis on evidence-based guidance, actionable tips, and listener questions that surface real-world concerns about health management, prevention, and lifestyle changes. The show often features NZ-focused context, with guests and discussions that reflect local healthcare, sport, and dietary landscapes, making it a pr... more

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Recent guests on The Health Hub include:

1. Michel Neef
2. Gordon Walker
3. Allyson Gofton
4. Rob Knight
5. Kent Johns
6. Dr. Bryan Betty
7. Lee (caller)
8. Alex Flint

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