Smoking is one of the leading causes of death and disease worldwide. A study on global smoking prevalence among adults shows that this dangerous habit is more prevalent among men (32.6%) than
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James Macintyre was a successful young man at the top of his game – until a breakdown unexpectedly hit him for six. A serious psychotic episode led to him being
Many of us are unwilling to face up to our fears, especially irrational ones. It is estimated that between 400 and 800 million people globally may suffer from a specific
Research suggests that more than 30 percent of pregnancies end in miscarriage. That’s a shedload of grief – and not just for the mothers-to-be, as George Luke knows all too
In 2024 The Leprosy Mission marks its 150th anniversary. The baton to end the world’s oldest disease is now with a generation running the race with more tools and knowledge
Earlier this year I had one of those significant birthdays – one that ends in a zero. My hair is becoming greyer and my skin is getting more wrinkled, but
Strategic Sunlight Exposure: No matter how dreary the weather outside may be, make it a point to step outside for 10-15 minutes every day before noon. To maximise the benefits
As the winter chill sets in, it’s not just the temperature that’s dropping but also our motivation to stay active. January can bring with it dark nights, money worries, and
Tis the season to … totally overindulge. While that may be true for many of us looking forward to a break from work, relaxing with the family and indulging this
This is actually true but you’d have to eat a lot of carrots for it to happen. Carrots contain beta-carotene and if you consume too many, the excess beta-carotene enters