HEALTH

Five Prescription Drugs That Can Make It Harder to Cope with the Heat

As temperatures rise, so does the risk of heat-related illness—especially for people taking certain prescription drugs.
Why Taking a Cold Shower on a Hot Day Might Be a Bad Idea

When the weather warms up, many of us use a nice cold shower to help us cool down. But while this might feel like relief, it might actually not be helping the body cool off at all.
How Long Can You Stand on One Leg?

Recent studies have shown that the ability to stand on one leg may be one of the best physical indicators of overall health and longevity.
Accessing Mental Health Care in Barcelona

Mental health is incredibly important. We openly acknowledge the mind-body connection and may even seek balance in our daily lives. But what happens when something goes wrong, when balance is not achieved?
Europe’s Elderly Need Migrant Caregivers—Whether We like It or Not

Who will care for your ageing relatives when you can’t? It’s a question that many families in Europe are having to answer, as demographic changes caused by Europe’s ageing populations become more deeply embedded.
Europe Had Worst Measles Outbreak Since 1997

In 2022 the WHO had described measles as an “imminent threat in every region of the world.”
"The Gout," by James Gillray, 1799. Wellcome Collection, Public Domain.

Gout Used to Be an Affliction of Royalty but Is Now a Disease of the Masses

A condition that was once considered the disease of kings and queens, gout is now a disease of the masses, with younger patients also being diagnosed.
Why the WHO Has Recommended Switching to a Healthier Salt Alternative

The WHO recommends consuming no more than 2g of sodium daily. However people eat on average more than double this, around 4.3g a day.
There’s a Link Between Walking Speed and Ageing Well

For decades, we have known that the way you walk, in particular your walking speed, is tied to your health. One study has even proposed that it be considered a vital sign, much like heart rate and blood pressure.
Why a Daily Glass of Milk Really Could Reduce Bowel Cancer Risk

Recent research suggests that increasing daily milk intake by as little as one glass could have a significant impact on lowering the likelihood of developing bowel cancer.