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If we ever encounter an individual that has lived for just over a century, we are hit by two versions of amazement. The first is merely the age. Reality sinks in that we are going to live for longer as medicine and healthcare become the…

It is perhaps a natural nightmare that the concept of ageing will approach anyone faster than they might think, but there will come a time when it affects us all. The idea of 'ageing gracefully' is a long-pursued idea. We all want to remain…

Researchers at the Albert Einstein College of Medicine in the United States have reached an intriguing breakthrough into what causes us to age. The hypothalamus is a region located within the centre of the brain, which controls our basic…

We are often reminded about how our diets will affect our bodies. The numerous articles, the trailblazer-paths of adverts with smug, size-6-or-lower models with perfect skin or just simply the continuous reminder from friends and family…

Hearing about stress hardly ever seems to calm anyone down. It's the wearisome, unintended reverse-psychology that works just as effectively as the words “don't panic!” which, inevitably, you do. It can be something of a killjoy, but you…

With the sunny weather promising a great summer, the future beckons you to get ready for that bikini or those flexing tones to catch people's eyes. It sounds great in theory. The question is, what fitness programme can fit into your…

With growing concerns over vaccines triggering autism in young toddlers, the last thing that parents want to hear is about another vaccine; however in light of ground-breaking research, a new vaccine has emerged to fight against gut…

Whether you suffer from aching arthritis or from serious symptoms of Fibromyalgia, chronic pain can become the bane of a person's life right from the beginning. You have to make a lot of sacrifices in order to deal with the pain – and for…

As you grow older, the likelihood of developing Type-Two Diabetes is a discomforting prospect. Often, it is a genetic issue, by which there is very little that can be done to prevent it, but that does not mean that you have to be stuck on…

We all want to be the best at what we do. The Sherlock in our own brand of expertise – but there is always something stopping you, pulling you back. From the tedious term “experience” to the deterring “impossibility”, there always seems…

The so-called “fairer sex” has it rough. If it isn't an insatiable cocktail of monthly cycles and hormonal tidal waves, it's the mere process of ageing that catches up with you. Of course, each person is different and therefore, the…

In a bid to improve the treatment of heart conditions and diabetes, the  (AMA) has joined hands with clinical programs and community groups. The aim is to improve methods over the short course of four years in an ambitious and new push.…

Arthritis is one of the body's harshest scourges to deal with, with the capacity to become completely crippling if the individual doesn't look after themselves. In the early stages, the new sensations of pain can become discomforting,…

For some, joint pain is as natural and normal as waking up and hitting the snooze button for the third time. The discomfort and aches that sit hand-in-hand with problems like osteoporosis and arthritis are not uncommon. As you age, so…

A new understanding has been brought to light concerning the common cause of respiratory tract infections in babies and young children. According to the Cleveland Clinic Children's Hospital, they have found that respiratory syncytial…

A step forward in gene therapy may mark further benefits for those suffering from Type 1 Diabetes. By applying gene therapy to dogs for up to four years, minus the effects of hypoglycaemia, the advance could prove advantageous for…

It is considered the oldest form of modern protection in the book, but for the sexually active individual, a condom may be the best method of preventing a sexually transmitted disease. Practice safe sex: This is the message broadcast by…

With an increase in cancer survival rates, the prospect of living a full life is a promising one. With medical science serving as the balm to the life-threatening illness that claims the lives of thousands, the chances of dying from…

You wouldn't think much of the humble mushroom. Normally flavoursome and delicious in soup or a fry-up, it tends to be the bland addition to any dish – but in new research conducted at Boston University School of Medicine; it has been found…

Sad news reached Martinique as on the 15th April 2013, over 100 fishermen stood at Fort de France in a call for aid against a contamination of pesticides that have been said to have existed in water for over thirty years. The pesticide…

One of the problematic trends in modern foods is that there is the consistent reassurance that anything you stick in your mouth is good for you. Granted, it's likely that at some point, you may think, “Well, I do need sugar!” or “Well, fat…

So you have hit the big five-oh and everyone and their dog has a tale to tell about the ups and downs of middle age. Mostly downs. The upside is that for every horror story, there is a romance too. In this case, the…

If you are one of the millions suffering from chronic arthritis, then the news of dud painkillers and pseudo-drugs are not entirely encouraging. That being said, there are many ways to ease pain with less side-effects, reduced…

A new drug to help the symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis has entered lawmakers' scopes as is becomes a topic of controversy regarding investment issues. A political debate over Xeljanz, produced by Pfizer, has cost taxpayers a whopping…

For the active individual, being diagnosed with arthritis feels as if your body is going against everything that you've been working towards. It's incredibly discouraging, with the daunting impression that you have to give up on the…

An antioxidant supplement may be the way forward for those with autism symptoms, following research into the substance known as N-Acetylcysteine (NAC). Rather than relying on a heavy number of chemicals and drugs, the supplement…

As funding cuts dig deeper into the educational sphere, there have been growing concerns that teachers are now feeling subdued in classes with students exhibiting bad behaviour. As a result, teachers and schools are struggling to cope. A…

As we grow older, we are often told by doctors to look after our hearts. So frequently are we told about the dangers that come with middle-age, diabetes and heart problems, that it may begin to sound like a lecture from an angry parent or a…

Starting our days with a hot drink is something of a status quo, with the sensation of heavy bodies, sleepy minds and lack of motivation sitting sullenly in the mind's corner. As a modern country, thriving on magical wake-up juice is fairly…

We're often told that our diets can make-or-break our health – and in many ways, it's exceptionally true. The foods we consume each day can affect our metabolism, weight – even our moods can sometimes be a result of eating the right (or…