How long does it take for skin to repair after sun exposure?

Jan 25, 2023 04:44 am UTC| Health

Its impossible to avoid the Aussie sun entirely, but Australians are well aware of the dangers of too much exposure. Some 40 years of Slip Slop Slap (and more recently added, Seek and Slide) campaigns have reinforced this,...

Solving period poverty is about more than just making products free

Jan 25, 2023 04:43 am UTC| Health

Upwards of 2.8 billion people do not have access to safe sanitation. A third of the worlds population doesnt have a toilet. This broad, international issue links to poverty, destitution and environmental risk. It also...

Why loneliness is both an individual thing and a shared result of the cities we create

Jan 25, 2023 04:42 am UTC| Health

If youre feeling lonely, youre not alone. Loneliness is an increasingly common experience, and it can have severe consequences. People who feel lonely are at higher risk of serious health issues, including heart disease,...

Veganism: why we should see it as a political movement rather than a dietary choice

Jan 25, 2023 04:40 am UTC| Health

The start of a new year these days signals the launch of Veganuary, a campaign which encourages people to give up animal products for the month of January. But while this time of the year sees a focus on diet, as...

S. Korea to invest ₩275 billion in biopharma R&D projects

Jan 24, 2023 23:35 pm UTC| Business Economy Health Science

South Korea will invest 274.6 billion won in the bio-industry this year for 252 new RD projects in the four fields of biopharmaceuticals, healthcare, biomaterials, and medical equipment in 2023. According to South...

Insomnia, headaches, and stomach pains: the hidden costs of gig workers’ flexibility

Jan 24, 2023 10:24 am UTC| Health

The ever-expanding gig economy has brought with it the rise of the independent contractor, from delivery drivers to personal shoppers and dog walkers. Compared to traditional employees, independent contractors are...

Mental health: it's not always good to talk

Jan 24, 2023 07:58 am UTC| Health

Few of us would question the need to break the silence around mental illness. Countless campaigns have drilled into us that such silence is harmful and that we should try to break it wherever we find it. Britain Get...