Why it’s bad to always suck your stomach in
It's uncertain how many people globally have 'hourglass syndrome'. ADragan/ ShutterstockOur abdominal muscles are among the hardest-working muscles in the...
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Inquiry must assess how Canada’s fragmented COVID-19 response lost the public’s trust
It is clear that some public trust in public health, science and government has been lost in Canada and around...
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Millions across the world live with low back pain, but addressing major risk factors like smoking, obesity and workplace ergonomics could curb the trend, research shows
Worldwide, close to twice as many women as men report low back pain. RealPeopleGroup/E+ via Getty ImagesThe Research Brief is...
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Fixing the global childhood obesity epidemic begins with making healthy choices the easier choices – and that requires new laws and policies
Clean and safe city parks can be important factors in supporting kids' health and well-being. paci77/DigitalVision Vectors via Getty ImagesThe...
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As suicides rise in the US, the 988 hotline offers hope – but most Americans aren’t aware of it
You can call 988 for yourself, or for a friend or family member. Flashpop/Stone via Getty ImagesJuly 2023 marks the...
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How austerity made the UK more vulnerable to COVID
SB Arts Media/ShutterstockThe concept of austerity featured prominently in the first round of hearings of the UK’s COVID inquiry, which...
Read moreMeasles: it’s not just London that’s at risk of an outbreak – it’s all of the UK
Since the start of 2023, measles has been reported in a third of countries in the World Health Organization (WHO)...
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How to train your body for hot weather if you are active or work outdoors
There are several ways to help prevent a perilous rise in core temperature while being physically active in the heat....
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Seven techniques to avoid weight regain, approved by experts
Breakfast – especially a high-fibre one – may help prevent weight regain. Red Stock/ ShutterstockLosing weight is challenging. But as...
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Long COVID: brain function still affected for some up to two years after infection – new research
LightField Studios/ShutterstockDifficulties with cognitive functions or skills, such as the ability to recall memories, concentrate on tasks, or find the...
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