Category: Wellbeing
Dr Google doesn’t have all the answers. Here’s how to use the web wisely for medical help
Doctors say Internet searches for medical information should be undertaken with caution. Here’s guidance on what to look out for when you do turn to Google.
Indonesians are flourishing. People in the UK, Germany, and Spain? Not so much, global survey finds
The survey also found that across the globe, young people are not doing as well as expected.
‘A big green hug’: In Belgium, forests of bluebells are offering an antidote to stressful times
Belgians are discovering that a forest carpeted in bluebells could be the ideal tonic for some people’s mental health and well-being.
People tend to get lonelier as they age, but it’s worse for seniors in these European countries
Countries differed on how much lonelier older people were compared with those in midlife, a new study has found.
Top tips to convince your sleep-deprived teenager to ditch tech and go to bed earlier
Experts recommend trying a tech-free bedtime routine and making sure teens know the consequences of poor sleep.
Castor oil and coffee with lemon: The truth behind TikTok’s latest quick fix weight loss trends
Misleading claims about weight loss trends have been dominating social media, with millions of users sharing and trying recipes that promise quick results.
Testicular cancer: What are the signs to look out for and how do you check you have it?
Testicular cancer is one of the most treatable cancers if it’s caught early. Here’s what you need to know about checking for signs and treatment.
Which country in Europe is home to the continent’s heaviest drinkers?
Alcohol consumption in the EU has declined by 0.5 litres between 2010 and 2020. Bucking the trend, several countries have increased their consumption.
Why do wealthy Americans only live as long as poor people in western Europe?
The survival rate for wealthy Americans was on par with the poorest people in northern and western Europe, and with eastern Europeans overall.
‘Wellness rooms’: Why more people are opting to create self-care spaces in their homes
It started with converting rooms for new purposes during COVID. Now some designers say that people are looking for “wellness rooms” in their homes.
