69 h. ago Forget BMI – this is the real way to predict how healthy you are, experts say

Waist-to-height ratio ‘outperforms’ BMI in identification of serious health risks, analysis of over 120,000 people suggests

Science

4 d. ago Orchid owners warned of three common mistakes that could stop 'gorgeous blooms'

Orchids are a popular houseplant for Brits but it can be difficult to keep them healthy and encourage them to bloom. However, one plant expert explains how to fix three common issues.

Events

1 week ago Concerns about ageing society ignore huge opportunities, says population expert

Sarah Harper says society must create new ways of living and working amid potential ‘silver economy’ Concerns over an ageing population are overblown and society should learn to celebrate and capitalise on its “massive cohort of healthy, active, older, creative adults”, a leading population expert has said.While pundits and pressure groups have raised concerns over falling fertility rates, highlighting the challenges for the economy and healthcare, others are more upbeat, arguing the rise of the “silver economy” brings new opportunities for growth. Continue reading...

Politics

3 w. ago Why everyone should pay for a private flu jab now as 'super flu' sweeps UK

Flu experts have urged healthy people to get a flu vaccine from their local pharmacy

Economics

3 w. ago Are vegan children healthy? Experts reveal this is what happens when you raise your kids on a plant

A new study - the largest of its kind - looked at the health differences in 48,000 children and adolescents who were vegan, vegetarian or ate meat

Society

3 w. ago Coronation Street fans say 'surely not' as they predict Ben Driscoll's 'real father'

Ben only arrived on the cobbles back in October alongside partner Eva Price and his mum, Maggie Driscoll

Politics