Dr Ruth Alberts

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Health – Time for reflection

After 34 years of practicing medicine I have been reflecting on the changes over this time. I have had an exciting career, having trained in...

Health – Pre-Christmas to-dos

As this year draws swiftly to a close, we enter the busy and stressful period of final exams at school and university, the endless round...

Health – Changing times for dads

As a GP I am involved in caring for families in a holistic way and frequently have parents coming to discuss their family relationship issues....

Health – Health in our hands

Planning for optimum health as we age is as important as planning for future financial needs. Some diseases such as Alzheimer’s and certain cancers continue...

Health – Taking precautions

“If you have cold or flu-like symptoms, please put on a mask”. Chances are you will see a sign along these lines as you enter...

Health – Spot the differences

This month we celebrate the pivotal role that mothers play in the family, workplace and society. Early settler women in NZ had to be adaptable,...