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Is being kind good for your health? Science suggests yes

Studies show that kindness may help reduce stress, ease physical pain, fight loneliness, and stay healthy for longer.

14/11/2025

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How vitamin D could cut the risk of a second heart attack in half

Targeted doses to raise vitamin D levels appear to lower heart attack risks for people who have already had one.

10/11/2025

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Heart damage in midlife could raise dementia risks later, study warns

People with the highest levels of a protein called troponin in their blood were much more likely to develop dementia, the study found.

07/11/2025

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Heavy drinkers at higher risk of brain bleeds in old age, study finds

Heavy drinkers were aged 64 on average when they had a stroke, compared to 75 among people who drank less alcohol.

06/11/2025

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Here’s how many daily steps could help slow Alzheimer’s disease

More physical activity was linked to slower cognitive decline, the study found.

03/11/2025

wellbeing

How many steps are enough to boost seniors’ heart health? Under 10,000

Walking briskly can increase the heart rate, improve circulation, lower blood pressure, and help people lose weight.

22/10/2025

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Global life expectancy rebounds to pre-pandemic levels, study finds

Researchers called for more focus on the ‘disturbing trends’ driving health inequalities around the globe.

13/10/2025

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Creative pursuits can help slow brain ageing, new research reveals

Using machine-learning “brain clocks", researchers showed that creative engagement can preserve functional connectivity in brain regions most vulnerable to decline.

07/10/2025

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Why do women live longer than men? Evolution may offer clues

Humans aren’t the only species where females have a lifespan advantage over males, a study found. The reasons span genetics, the environment – and their sex lives.

02/10/2025

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Any amount of alcohol raises dementia risks, study warns

The more alcohol you drink the higher your risk of dementia, the study found.

26/09/2025

wellbeing

This Spanish woman lived to 117. Scientists may have discovered why

Researchers said the supercentenarian’s longevity shows how old age and disease can ‘become decoupled’ at times.

25/09/2025

wellbeing

Japan sees record number of centenarians, and most are women

The vast majority of Japan’s centenarians are women.

12/09/2025

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Chronic insomnia could speed up brain ageing. But by how much?

One researcher said sleep is about both rest and brain resilience.

12/09/2025

Europe in Motion

How healthy are new consumer habits across Europe?

Health and well-being remain top priorities for European consumers. Around 28% of them report taking consistent steps to live healthier lives, aiming for goals like mental wellness, disease prevention and staying fit.

11/09/2025

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This simple blood test could transform Alzheimer’s diagnosis

The new blood test could make early, accurate diagnosis far more accessible and affordable, potentially speeding up treatment and support for thousands of families.

10/09/2025

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Going to space could speed up biological ageing, NASA study finds

Human blood cells that were sent into space began losing their ability to make healthy new cells, in a sign of accelerated ageing, the study found.

05/09/2025

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Artificial sugar alternatives may make your brain age faster, study

People who consume the highest amounts of sweeteners commonly found in low-calorie drinks and desserts experience cognitive decline 62 per cent faster than those who consume the lowest amounts, researchers have found.

04/09/2025

Europe in Motion

For how many years can EU citizens expect to live healthily for?

In 17 EU countries, women are expected to have longer, healthy lives at birth than men. However, men typically spend more of their lives without activity limitations.

02/09/2025

Health news

Dementia cases are rising in Africa amid population shift

As the population of older people increases across the African continent, experts are seeing a spike in new diagnoses of dementia.

02/09/2025

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Shingles vaccine could lower risk of heart attack and stroke

Adults vaccinated against shingles had an 18 per cent lower risk of serious heart problems, the analysis found.

29/08/2025