Do optimists really live longer? Here’s what the research says
Optimists enjoy higher levels of wellbeing as well as other health benefits. And new research shows that being an optimist is also linked to longer life.
Blue light: What we do and don’t know about the damage it causes our skin
Evidence suggests blue light can harm our skin, eyes and internal body clocks. But the damage caused by screens is insignificant compared to sun exposure.
Here's why experts believe monkeypox should have a new name
A group of scientists has advocated for a non-stigmatizing name for the monkeypox virus, cases of which have been reported in several regions of the world.
How social innovators in Africa can be supported to build inclusive health solutions
The lack of access to inclusive health services in rural Africa can be addressed by enabling social entrepreneurs to bring innovations to rural communities
How worried should you be about monkeypox?
Monkeypox, endemic to Africa, has started appearing in several countries, including the US. But what exactly is it - and how concerning is the outbreak?
We don’t know whether most medical treatments work, and we know even less about whether they cause harm – new study
A recent study has found that only 1 in 20 medical treatments have high-quality evidence supporting their benefits, and the harms are measured even less.
How to make data-enabled healthcare a reality in Asia-Pacific
Data-enabled, personalised care has the potential to deliver more sustainable healthcare with increased access to innovation and improved patient outcomes.
New technology can keep a damaged donor liver alive for days - is this a game-changer for organ transplants?
A new method of storing livers waiting for transplant could help save lives, say doctors. A Swiss man is doing well a year after an operation using the new technology.
What Is The Vagus Nerve And How Does It Work?
Stimulating the vagus nerve with electricity can relieve depression and PTSD, studies show. Influencers say that you can relieve stress by resetting it through special stretches, includin...
6 ways countries are driving health equity and access with virtual solutions
Digitally based health and care have the potential to broaden access to health systems – if equity is placed at the centre of national policies
What is monkeypox and how does it spread?
Over 1,000 confirmed cases of monkeypox have been recorded in at least 30 different non-endemic countries. But no deaths have been reported as a result.
COVID: six ways long-term smell loss can affect you
46% of people who caught COVID are still experiencing loss of smell. It can lead to issues with food safety and mental health, according to a neuroscientist.