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Today, fewer schools have a dedicated sex education programme to help teenagers understand the changes that their bodies are going through. In fact, those that do don’t always cover other aspects to this phase such as body development and…

Life is complicated at the best of times, without making it worse when it comes to sex. Sex certainly hasn’t lost its charm and appeal, but things are more complicated now that our attitudes have changed. There are the health risks…

Getting fired isn’t fun for anyone, but sometimes it’s a necessary act. There are ways to make the situation worse or better though, and for the sake of both the employer and the employee, the latter is preferred. It helps take a difficult…

Researchers at Cornell have been awarded the prestigious $100,000 Heritage Open mHealth Challenge for their smartphone app designed to assist people whose mental health has been affected by bipolar disorder. Known as “MoodRhythm”, the app…

The internet is a great source of information for whatever you need to know about, but it can also be a risky place when it comes to your health. There are so many conflicting opinions online, as well as plenty of myths that can seem…

The TV you have now is barely recognisable from the one your grandparents, or even your parents had. Over the past 50 years, televisions have become thinner, taller and wider, whilst making leaps and bounds in colour, sound and clarity.…

Recently, mental health research has come on in leaps and bounds, creating more engaging and reliable information than ever before. Alongside medical publications, specialist blogs have cropped up which offer professional information in a…

The relationship between a doctor and their patient depends on trust and openness. It's always uncomfortable to talk about personal medical information, but it's important to share all of the medical history of your family with your doctor.…

When it comes to mobile app development one of the most popular types of app is of course those that help track health and fitness. With the New Year fast approaching it is now time to start thinking about wonderful healthcare apps and…

The average teenager is glued to their phone, and, as they have a lot of questions about sexual health and sexually transmitted diseases, it makes sense that text messaging could be the medium by which sexual wellness experts answer those…

The term anti-ageing covers a wide array of factors, not just avoiding wrinkles and lines. It also includes the maintenance of your whole body, as your skin is just a small part of creating a youthful appearance. However, managing your body…

Although magazines and TV programmes tell us all the time that we need to eat better, the truth is that it can sometimes be difficult to know what goes into a balanced diet. A diet rich in the necessary nutrients is important in order to…

Research into the relationship habits of young couples has shown that nearly half of older teenagers and young adults repeatedly get back into relationships with those they have broken up with previously. Over half of this group also has…

Autism in one child can affect family wellness in a big way, and in order to lessen the wellness effects as much as possible, it is paramount that Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is diagnosed as early as possible. With a quick diagnosis,…

If you have been going to the doctor since you were little, you probably know the basic routine by now. Nurses or doctors will test your blood pressure, check your reflexes and ask some standard questions. You might be familiar with the…

Surprising new evidence in favour of the benefits of nuts on prostate cancer has recently come to light. The news has come as a shock to those who previously claimed that prostate cancer was best aided by a low fat diet that totally…

Over recent years “Super foods” has become a fashionable phrase for healthy foods that are exceptional for your wellbeing. Super foods are known for their energizing, detoxifying and immune building qualities. One of the best-known ways of…

The antioxidant benefits of tea have been well-publicised and stand as an additional benefit to the daily refreshment it provides us! What is less frequently mentioned are the cancer-fighting qualities of tea. There is a growing body of…

Little known to the public, there is a viral disease that can cause throat cancer in men. Human Papillomavirus or HPV, a virus that affects the head and neck area, is on the increase. Girls are already vaccinated against this virus and now…

Type two diabetes is an epidemic which is sweeping the globe. It’s not contagious in the slightest and you can’t catch it from close proximity to animals, so where does it come from? Type two diabetes generally comes hand in hand with…

Whilst prostate cancer is still a very treatable form of cancer, it comes with a whole host of other health concerns which can affect long term wellbeing. A new study has looked at the different types of side effects that can occur, such as…

It’s a common misconception that all fats are bad for your health – while you should limit most fats for a healthy body, Omega oils are actually good for your health. All fats contain a mixture of Omega 3s, 6s and 9s, but some foods are a…

Of all the publicity about potential carcinogens in our environment, one of the proven causes of cancer receives insufficient attention. We’ve been aware since 1939 that cooked meat contains cancer-producing substances, but still there is…

Stress is one of the worst symptoms of our modern age, which now far surpasses the ‘fight or flight’ instinct we need for survival. Chronic and repeated instances of stress have an extremely negative impact on wellbeing. It is gradually…

Global company The Body Shop and charity Cruelty Free International have been campaigning relentlessly for over 20 years to stop cosmetic testing on animals. Now, after decades of activism, it seems that they may get their wish. An…

The effects of lifestyle upon the risk of cancer are a fact no longer in question. Indeed, ensuring a healthy lifestyle is the chief method of preventing cancer, and lies within our control. While other environmental factors can be…

With regard to wellbeing, men tend to ignore or hide the problems or fears associated with serious illnesses. This needs to be improved as an early diagnosis for many illnesses can prevent them developing into serious problems. According to…

In Senegal, a parasitic disease known as schistosomiasis or bilharzia, affects the wellbeing of over two million people annually, with severe wellness symptoms such as weight loss, internal organ damage and, for 200,000 people every year,…

There is a group of people who are all too often left out of the discussion of wellbeing issues – because they are usually away from home. Military veterans are well known to experience crippling mental health issues on their return from…

It’s no secret that you live in a world where it’s hard to lose weight. Refined carbs, such as bread, rice and pasta, are relatively new creations which are detrimental to your weight loss efforts, if not your wellness, so should you be…