54 h. ago Feeling blue? Four simple steps to beat seasonal depression during winter

Seasonal shifts can disrupt people’s energy, moods and daily routines.

Politics

57 h. ago Semaglutide failed to slow Alzheimer’s in groundbreaking new study

Semaglutide does influence processes linked to Alzheimer’s, but these trials suggest it does not slow symptoms once they begin

Events

3 d. ago How to make sure an elderly relative or friend is taking care of themselves this winter

Be extra vigilant about the health and wellbeing of older loved ones this winter.

Politics

5 d. ago What to know about bird flu strain H5N5 after first human dies

The bird flu viruses H5N1 and H5N5 both have HA proteins of the same H5 subtype

Events

6 d. ago Scientists find new link between gut health and this everyday essential

There is still a lot science does not understand about the gut microbiome

Science

6 d. ago Millions told to take test that could ‘boost health and wellbeing’

A new government initiative offers free five-minute task to improve wellbeing but critics say it’s ‘tone deaf’

Science

6 d. ago How to survive Christmas party season without sacrificing your health and wellbeing

Preparation and moderation is key to preserving your heart and soul during the festive break

Society

7 d. ago Why people develop a hunchback and how you can stop it happening to you

Here’s when to see a doctor and how you can reduce your risk

Politics

7 d. ago An expert guide to tapping into ‘we mode’ to improve your life

That feeling that happens when people engage together

Politics

1 week ago New research finds a diet of junk food can make you depressed as concerning studies emerge over risks of ultra

Around 53 percent of individuals who consumed ultra-processed foods many times a day experienced distress or battling their mental health compared to only 18 percent of those who seldom or never did, research shows

Events

1 week ago Doing this task later in life can help reduce dementia risk, new study says

Over 4,000 participants participated in the study

Events

1 week ago Americans are living longer but most can’t afford to – a doctor shares how to plan

According to the U.S. Census Bureau, 46% of adults over age 75 live with at least one physical disability

Politics

1 week ago New data shows this is the leading cause of anxiety in Florida residents

The study found roughly 1 in 5 Floridians are struggling with moderate to severe anxiety

Politics

1 week ago This one small change can help kids with ADHD focus better in the classroom

Evidence suggests that just 20 minutes of endurance exercise is sufficient to boost cognitive benefits in children with ADHD

Politics

1 week ago New Breathing Space Bench unveiled outside Craigneuk Lifelong Learning Centre

Officially revealed by provost Kenneth Duffy as part of a week of mental health and wellbeing activities at the centre, held in the run-up to World Kindness Day.

Politics

1 week ago How groundbreaking therapy can help heal the brain after a stroke

In many cases, stroke survivors live with permanent motor and cognitive impairments

Politics

1 week ago Five signs that it’s an emergency when experiencing shortness of breath

‘People with underlying lung conditions can struggle at any time during the year, but in winter we see a lot more’

Politics

1 week ago What a dietician wants you to know about overeating during the holidays

Beyond digestion, the way you think and talk about food can be just as important as how you feel after eating

Events

2 w. ago What is whooping cough and how to protect your family from the bacterial infection

Whooping cough, a bacterial infection that can be especially dangerous for babies and young children, is on the rise. As of November 2025, the U.S. has already recorded 20,939 cases for the year. That’s slightly lower than the 21,391 cases during the same period in 2024, but these numbers are significantly higher than in 2023, when there were 2,993 cases by this time. Texas has issued a health alert on a surge in cases, and rates are rising in other states, too.

Politics

2 w. ago This surprising mistake remains a leading cause of Thanksgiving

Since 2005, federal food safety agencies have advised against washing turkey or chicken

Politics