United Kingdom

Rare conjoined twins successfully separated in London

Safa and Marwa were born as craniopagus twins — joined at the head. They were separated in London after four operations and 55 hours of operating time.

17 July 2019

Earth News

Djokovic wins Wimbledon on a plant-based diet, but he’s not vegan

Novak Djokovic attributes his five Wimbledon titles to plant-based eating.

15 July 2019

World News

Syphilis cases soaring in UK and Europe, newly-published data shows

A report from the European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC) showed that syphilis rates were up 70% since 2010.

12 July 2019

Netherlands

Getting from A to bee: Utrecht installs green bus stops

The municipality of Utrecht installed 316 green-friendly bus stops complete with a green roof, bamboo seat, and LED lighting.

12 July 2019

World

WHO calls for greater action to fight diabetes & obesity in the Middle East

The World Health Organization’s regional director for the Eastern Mediterranean, Dr. Ahmed Al Mandhari, is calling for united action to strengthen health systems in the the Levant.

12 July 2019

World

UAE targets growing childhood obesity rates in MENA

Eighteen-year-old UAE-resident Nouran Fouad lost ten kilograms in two months after changing her eating habits and overhauling her lifestyle.

12 July 2019

Partner content

Find out why medical tourism is big business in Dubai

Partner content presented by Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing Dubai

Around the world, aging populations, rising healthcare costs, and pressures on the insurance industry have created opportunities for destinations like Dubai, that have been able to invest rapidly in their healthcare infrastructure and capitalise on the sharp increase in demand for health tourism.

11 July 2019

Australia

Drug-resistant superbugs found in Australian seagulls — study

One-fifth of the seagulls analysed in the study carried drug-resistant bacteria.

10 July 2019

World News

Facebook to 'downgrade sensational or misleading health posts'

Facebook is using the same tactic that it used with clickbait posts to reduce the visibility of posts with exaggerated or misleading health claims.

10 July 2019

World News

France will end healthcare refunds for homeopathic drugs

France will end healthcare refunds for homeopathic drugs

10 July 2019

USA

Lack of oversight and regulations may lead to IVF mishaps

After a woman became pregnant with the help of in vitro fertilization, the babies turned out to be not related to her, her partner — or to each other.

9 July 2019

USA

Oldest American, who just turned 114, is 'feisty' and loves sweets

She still has an excellent blood pressure and heart rate, but has one vice, her visiting nurse said.

8 July 2019

Earth News

How to keep cool this summer

Cryotherapy, ice facial, coolsculpting: these hot trends are best served cold.

7 July 2019

World News

How to prevent jet lag (so you're not too tired for your trip)

Some small adjustments leading up to your trip, on the flight and once you arrive will help prevent the fatigue and irritability that comes with jet lag.

5 July 2019

Ukraine

'Swearing is healthy': Ukrainian minister argues in response to ban

Ukraine's acting health minister Ulana Suprun says swearing is good for your health in a post to Facebook that has since gone viral.

4 July 2019

Earth News

Beat the heat: 5 eco-friendly deodorants you need to try

Five aluminium free, low packing deodorant options you didn't even know existed.

4 July 2019

Austria

Austrian MPs vote to completely ban glyphosate by 2020

The controversial herbicide has been cleared for use by the EU until at least 2022.

3 July 2019

Earth News

Natural Healing Destination: West Bohemian Spa Triangle

This peaceful spa town triad nestled in dense green forest has a rich history dating back hundreds of years.

3 July 2019

USA

Watching nostalgia TV has psychological benefits, experts say

All those "Friends" or "Golden Girls" reruns help us to feel calm in an increasingly anxious world.

1 July 2019

USA

What exactly is a processed meat? And how much is safe to eat?

Experts answer seven questions about processed meat, nitrates and healthier alternatives to your favorite deli meat.

1 July 2019