Lauren Shirreff

As bowel cancer rates in Britain rise, Brooks Bell and Sarah Beran explain why a US-style preventative screening system is needed

Steven Pinker, a Harvard academic, on what we can do to toughen up in the face of censure

The Bailiwick of Guernsey is shaking off its time-warp image to draw food enthusiasts and young travellers in search of a digital detox

A new study has compared the side effects of the different drugs, but exactly how they work may never be clear

Nigel Farage’s constituency has the lowest life expectancy of anywhere in Britain – can health checks really avert the crisis?

When Jess Matthews was asked by medics to identify her own mental health condition, it resulted in years of trauma and prejudice

There’s more to the humble egg than just protein. Our experts explain why eggs should be a key part of your diet

Professor Sharron Hinchliff has spent the past 25 years studying what seniors get up to in the bedroom (and in care homes)

From eating more eggs to daily exercise, experts reveal the lifestyle adjustments that can help women protect themselves from the disease

Studies indicate that lifestyle factors can play a big role in mitigating a man’s biological risk of the disease

Leaning how to have more lucidity and agency while you sleep can help fix anxiety, trauma and chronic pain, says one dream engineer

Whether you’re using weight-loss drugs or doing it the hard way, here’s how to drop the kilos with minimal impact on lean tissue

From not exercising enough to drinking too much coffee, we speak to an expert about the key triggers and how to combat them

As experts cast doubt on the ‘chemical imbalance’ theory, new research suggests treatment should be tailored to specific symptoms

Want the buzz of booze but without the drawbacks? Alternatives to traditional drinks are a potential goldmine and competition is hotting up

Experts share 13 tips for the perfect restorative break to ensure you return home feeling happier and healthier than ever

There is a thriving middle-class black market for melatonin, which can help with everything from jet lag to ADHD

A condition that was once considered rare suddenly seems common. Are people more likely to be autistic today or is this overdiagnosis?

What would one week of ice cream, souvlaki and wine do to my health in the long run? Here’s what a glucose tracker revealed

Half of all deaths from heart disease are linked to poor diet but apples, grapes, tea and – yes – chocolate can all help protect your health