Health

By Nick Fuller Our metabolism is the force inside our bodies that mysteriously decides whether to convert the food we eat into a burst of energy, or extra kilos on ...

Although they can be scary, they are not life threatening says DR VASILIOS SILIVISTRIS Although panic attacks (often also called anxiety attacks) can produce some very disturbing symptoms however, they ...

Short naps can improve memory, increase productivity, reduce stress and promote a healthier heart says STEVEN BENDER Napping during the day is an ancient custom that is practiced worldwide. While ...

Moderna and rival Pfizer on Wednesday said their updated COVID-19 vaccines generated strong responses in testing against the highly mutated BA.2.86 subvariant of the coronavirus that has raised fears of ...

DESPINA NICOLA looks at the power of vulnerability and seeking help In the modern educational landscape there’s a strong emphasis on fostering independence, problem-solving skills and self-reliance in students. ...

France plans to ban disposable electronic cigarettes, French Prime Minister Elisabeth Borne said on radio station RTL on Sunday. “It’s an important public health issue,” said Borne, adding that ...

RICHARD FARAGHER explains how to understand (and improve) your ‘biological age’ The saying goes that money can’t buy you love. But can it buy you time? This is what ...

An Australian scientist detailed on Tuesday a world-first discovery after an 8-cm (3-inch) -long parasitic worm was found in the brain of a woman in Canberra, spotlighting the risks of ...

AstraZeneca is facing two London lawsuits, including one from the husband of a woman who died after receiving the Anglo-Swedish drugmaker’s COVID-19 vaccine, in the first of potentially dozens ...

And how can it be treated asks DR VASILIOS SILIVISTRIS Listed in the dictionary as a state that is characterised by compulsive drug use or compulsive engagement in rewarding behaviour, ...

DESPINA NICOLA outlines how to discover truth and transformation through Plato’s Cave As a life coach, I firmly believe that the journey towards personal growth and enlightenment begins with ...

As heat records fall, W. Larry Kenney, Daniel Vecellio, Rachel Cottle and S. Tony Wolf assess how much danger we are in Extreme heat has been breaking records across Europe, ...

Norway and Finland face record outbreaks of bird flu this year which have killed thousands of seagulls and other species, put livestock at risk and restricted travel in some areas, ...

The most important thing is to seek professional advice and guidance, says Dr Vasilios Silivistris The stigma and taboo of mental illness across cultures is profound especially here in Cyprus. ...

What environmental contaminants have got to do with it By Daniel Marcu The World Health Organisation (WHO) recently reported that around one in six couples globally are affected by infertility. ...

The White House on Friday launched an office to prepare for and respond to potential pandemics, to be led by Paul Friedrichs, a military combat surgeon and retired Air Force ...

Alexander Sweetman is a sleep expert who helps deal with insomnia Martin turns off the light to fall asleep, but his mind quickly springs into action. Racing thoughts about work ...

Break out of the negative habits that have sometimes been drilled into us since childhood says DESPINA NICOLA Investing in self-care can often bring up unpleasant feelings about the way ...

Ash Willmott and Jessica Mee explore the science behind the sweat Hot yoga, also known as Bikram yoga (more on that later), has gained significant popularity in recent years as ...

It comes in many forms but are treatable says DR VASILIOS SILIVISTRIS Depression is a condition that can take on many forms, from the short-lived feelings of sadness that most ...

If you are feeling demoralised, a simple tool invoking a mother’s love could help says DESPINA NICOLA Many live out their lives in the hope of being rescued by ...

By Nick Fuller When people decide it’s time to lose weight, they’re usually keen to see quick results. Maybe they have an event coming up or want relief ...

Therapy can be as effective as anti-depressants says DR VASILIOS SILIVISTRIS Noun: ‘A mental state achieved by focusing one’s awareness on the present moment, while calmly acknowledging and accepting ...

If you are stuck in a rut, there are exercises that can lift you out of it says DESPINA NICOLA Last Sunday while out with my friend, I noticed how ...