HEALTH

Speculum: The Creepy History of This Ancient Gynecological Device and Why It’s Still Feared Today

The speculum is traditionally metal, meaning that it’s cold unless pre-warmed. But more than the metallic coldness, it is the invasiveness of the speculum that is at the center of its fairly horrific history. Read more
Feces, Urine and Sweat—Just How Gross Are Hot Tubs?

When we enter a Jacuzzi whatever we have on our skin we deposit into the water swirling around us. This means that while you’re relaxing in the warm water, you’ll likely breathe in or swallow your Jacuzzi partner’s body’s bacteria, viruses and fungi Read more
Four Reasons Swimming Should Be Your Next Workout

If you’re someone who’s looking to keep fit but can’t stand the gym, it might be time for you to try something a little different: swimming. Read more
Does a Woman’s Fertility “Fall off a Cliff” at Age 35?

It’s a fact women’s fertility declines as they age. But the common description of fertility decline after age 35 as a “cliff” is more anxiety-provoking than factual. Read more
People with Light Skin Are at Higher Risk of Skin Cancer

Protection from the sun is important in all seasons of the year, not just summer when the sun feels hot. Solar UV rays can still be harmful in cooler seasons and when the sky is cloudy. Read more
Hande Bertelsen, Personal Trainer.

Interview with Hande Bertelsen, Personal Trainer

Hande Bertelsen is a certified personal trainer and mother of two who lived and worked in New York and Istanbul before landing here in sunny Barcelona. Read more
Cold-Water Swimming: What You Can Do to Acclimatize to the Temperature

A growing interest in outdoor swimming has more people trying it out this winter. But can the body get used to cold temperatures if you swim often? The short answer is “it can.” But it’s a bit more complicated than that. Read more
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Health Insurance with and without Co-payments

Health care is a priority. Health insurance plays a crucial role in your care, and when it comes to choosing a policy, close attention should be paid to all terms and conditions of the contract, especially when it comes to co-payments. Read more
Aesthetic and Dermatological Treatments with Intense Pulsed Light

From improving skin pigmentation and reducing fine lines and wrinkles to treating acne, stretch marks and redness, IPL laser treatments are a safe and non-invasive option that can help to improve the overall appearance and health of your skin. Read more
The Evolutionary Origins of Menopause Explained

Menopause is only known for certain to exist in humans and two species of cetaceans, the killer whale and the short-finned pilot whale. Why? Read more