Red meat and the size of our brains

Many evolutionary biologists believe that a diet rich in red meat eaten by our ancestors was responsible for the dramatic increase in the size of...

Fat but fit increases risk of CHD

‘Fat but fit’ people are at increased risk of coronary heart disease (CHD), even if they are otherwise healthy, according to a new study published...

Fear of travelling underground

Travelling on the London Underground, or another city subway service, is seldom a pleasant experience – but if you suffer claustrophobia or anxiety, it can...

Pharmacies play a vital role

Community pharmacies play a vital role in keeping local communities healthy, and for some people, the local pharmacy will be their first point of contact,...

Breastfeeding call to action

This week is #WorldBreastfeedingWeek.  This Unicef Video highlights the issues behind the UK’s low breastfeeding rates, and calls on the UK and devolved governments to take...

Dog walking to ward off decline

Dog walking boosts levels of physical activity in old people and can ward off decline in later life, according to recent research published in the...