Sophie Raworth: 'I hope I can still run in my 80s'

Sophie Raworth talks about the need for exercise as we get older. Source link

Mother and baby unit a 'significant step forward'

Mike Nesbitt says Northern Ireland’s first regional mother and baby unit in should open within the next three years. Source link

The truth about taking testosterone

Can testosterone really slow ageing? Dr Xand explains what the hormone actually does, who may benefit from treatment, and why it’s not a fix for healthy people. He also outlines…

How can a heart rate tracker help you?

How can a heart rate tracker help you? Dr Oscar explains what they can (and can’t) do, whether they can spot hidden conditions, and how to check your pulse the…

Scientists restore memory by blocking a single Alzheimer’s protein

Alzheimer’s disease is often described in numbers, with millions of people affected, cases rising quickly, and costs reaching into the trillions. For families, however, the experience is deeply personal. “It’s…

'Amazing' moment for communities given right to buy for the first time

Ministers say the new law in England gives power to local people who want to help others. Source link

Scientists reveal the best exercise for knee arthritis pain relief

A large study published in The BMJ suggests that aerobic activities such as walking, cycling, and swimming are the most effective exercises for people with knee osteoarthritis. These activities were…

First-ever 3D view shows how killer T cells destroy cancer

Cytotoxic T lymphocytes act as the immune system’s specialized “killer” cells, seeking out and eliminating infected or cancerous cells with remarkable precision. Their effectiveness depends on a tightly controlled contact…

A hidden map in your nose could explain how smell works

Smell shapes how we experience the world every day. It helps us detect hazards, adds depth to flavor, and connects strongly to memory and emotion. Despite its importance, scientists have…

Could weight-loss jabs be behind rising gallbladder removals?

Last year, there was a 15% annual increase in the operations and surgeons want more research. Source link