How to stay calm at Christmas
Christmas is one of the most eagerly awaited events in the whole year, but for many people, Yuletide cheer comes at a price. According to...
Lifestyle
The Lifestyle section explores the everyday choices and habits that shape our physical and mental wellbeing. From balanced nutrition and effective exercise to mental health awareness and restorative routines, it brings together expert-led insight and practical advice designed to support healthier living. Whether encouraging sustainable behaviour change, nurturing resilience, or examining how modern trends influence our wellbeing, this category offers thoughtful, accessible content to help readers live more consciously and confidently.
Back from the brink
I’ve been resuscitated three times in my life. As a nurse, I’ve attended countless resuscitation attempts. I’ve also attempted to bring members of the public...
Our pigsty cars can give us flu
As a mum of three, I know just how dirty a family car can get. My children are grown up now but I remember long...
Staying safe on Bonfire night
Bonfire night celebrations are great fun for adults and kids alike. Unfortunately, darkness, fireworks, trailing fancy dress costumes and undercooked bangers can be a hazardous...
10 Things you didn’t know about sleep
We all need to sleep, and lack of sleep is linked to depression, behavioural disorders and some of our leading preventable diseases including obesity, heart...
Medicine for the Mind
For the past 14 years I've combined science with art to engage people of all ages with the beauty and wonder behind medical research, and...
Vital signs
Vital signs have long been used by doctors to decide if we are fit and well, or if our bodies are struggling with underlying ill...
How to boost your energy levels
If you feel exhausted when you come off shift or even facing the prospect of hauling yourself out of bed, you are not alone. According...
Making Nature
Rebecca Wallersteiner reviews Making Nature a new exhibition which explores how humans relate to other animals, opening at the Wellcome Collection, London on 1st December...
Why we drool over tasty snacks
Saliva is a remarkable substance. It might be 99 per cent water, but it is far more than that. Without it, you would find it...
