More than one in 10 items in the typical medical cabinet are ‘out of date’ – and could pose a health risk. Researchers who polled 2,000 adults found 44 per cent don’t even tend to check the date of pharmacy items before taking them. But 26 per cent had no idea that these products can become ineffective or …
Seven in 10 menopausal women feel the latest national lockdown has increased their symptoms of anxiety – in what has also been described as ‘a mental health catastrophe waiting to happen’. Half of women over 40 also think the pandemic has made their menopause symptoms worse. But when it comes to talking about anxiety and other symptoms, 95 …
Energy use patterns from smart meter data could be used to help identify whether people are suffering from conditions such as dementia and depression, a new report has shown. Changes in daily energy usage could, in the future, give vital clues to gradual and sometimes unseen changes in people’s behaviour caused by these illnesses, if the user consents. …
Brits are ditching the ‘no pain, no gain’ approach to health and fitness in favour of activities they get a kick out of. A study of 2,000 adults found more than eight in 10 consider enjoyment to be the key to long term success. While 55 per cent don’t think you should have to suffer through strenuous exercise …
A shocking new report has revealed parents’ fears over their children drinking sugary soft drinks. A study of 1,000 parents of three-11-year-olds found 82 per cent feel there is too much sugar in drinks targeted at youngsters. More than half (53 per cent) will only allow their child a fizzy drink on a special occasion, and 68 per …
Lockdown has caused a rise in aches and pains – with more than a third of Brits experiencing an increase in acute pains affecting their back, head, and joints. A survey of 2,000 UK adults revealed 36 per cent have experienced increased pain over the last six months. And 25 per cent put their new ‘lockdown pain’ down to …
Brits have revealed their motivations for wanting to get in shape – including getting a good night’s sleep, keeping up with the kids and reducing their chances of getting Covid-19. Research of 2,000 adults found two thirds are eager to improve their physical health so they can get more out of life. And four in 10 adults believe …
Millions of Brits who NEVER checked their favourite takeaway’s hygiene rating – as long as the food was good – are now more vigilant about cleanliness. A study of 2,000 adults found eight in 10 were previously happy to take their chances, often buying a takeaway without looking into how clean the shop was. Instead, three quarters admitted …
A simple text message reminder could save thousands of lives by helping 780,000 more patients attend a cancer screening appointment over the next 12 months, according to a new health campaign. There are fears of a cancer timebomb after the coronavirus pandemic resulted in a dramatic decrease in diagnoses due to the pause put on the screening programmes. …
It’s official – practising a musical instrument IS good for your mental health. A poll of 2,000 UK adults who play an instrument found a huge 89 per cent think playing music keeps them mentally balanced. More than a quarter report a ‘sense of clarity’ when practising their instrument of choice, while 56 per cent feel a deep …
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