Anti-obesity strategy could be world leading – let’s not lose momentum
The new British prime minister, Rishi Sunak, has a lot to contend with at this time of economic uncertainty in
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Four ways to support a friend or loved one with long COVID
Gajus/Shutterstock An estimated 2.3 million people in the UK are currently living with long COVID. The condition is most commonly
COVID vaccines: an annual booster like the flu shot could be the way forward
Drazen Zigic/Shutterstock By now more than 70% of the UK population have received a third COVID vaccination, or a booster.
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Newly available over-the-counter hearing aids offer many benefits, but consumers should be aware of the potential drawbacks
Over-the-counter hearing aids are now available at pharmacies and big-box stores. Mara Ohlsson/Image Source via Getty Images U.S. retailers began
How unhealthy is red meat? And how beneficial is it to eat vegetables? A new rating system could help you cut through the health guidelines
The new rating system shows that eating the right amount of vegetables can lower your risk of heart disease by
Burnout and isolation: Why employees and managers can’t ignore the social and mental health impact of working from home
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AI could help predict suicides – but rushing the technology could lead to big mistakes
Nikodash/Shutterstock In the UK, a quarter of people who take their own lives were in contact with a health professional