Why a walk in the woods really does help your body and your soul

Jan 31, 2016 23:18 pm UTC| Health

Have you ever wondered why you feel healthier and happier when you stroll through the trees or frolic by the sea? Is it just that youre spending time away from work, de-stressing and taking in the view? Or is there more to...

To help resolve the Flint water crisis, a university leans on its community

Jan 29, 2016 16:43 pm UTC| Insights & Views Health

The tragedy of the Flint Water Crisis has captured national and international attention, with people expressing shock and disbelief that residents of a U.S. city in the 21st century can be denied a basic human right:...

In a world with no antibiotics, how did doctors treat infections?

Jan 29, 2016 16:17 pm UTC| Health

The development of antibiotics and other antimicrobial therapies is arguably the greatest achievement of modern medicine. However, overuse and misuse of antimicrobial therapy predictably leads to resistance in...

NHS outpaces the UK economy in productivity gains

Jan 29, 2016 16:07 pm UTC| Health

As we all know, the economy hasnt been doing well of late, stagnating since the 2008-09 recession. Since then it has grown by just 0.13% a year, compared with the historical average of 2% a year. This matters because...

Keen to be healthier in old age? Tend your inner garden

Jan 29, 2016 15:08 pm UTC| Health

The worlds oldest man, Yasutaro Koide recently died at the age of 112. Commentators as usual, focused on his reported secret to longevity: not smoking, drinking or overdoing it. No surprises there. But speculation on the...

The difficulties doctors face in diagnosing autism

Jan 29, 2016 06:45 am UTC| Health

A recent survey of paediatricians found they often lacked enough information to accurately diagnose an autism spectrum disorder (ASD) in children. ASD is an important diagnosis not to miss. But it is equally important not...

Got gout? Here's what to eat and avoid

Jan 28, 2016 05:43 am UTC| Health

Historically called the disease of kings, gout was common among wealthy gents who could afford to eat and drink to excess. These days it doesnt just affect the rich: rates of gout have been increasing globally since the...