HEALTH

Brain training beats dementia

Brain training beats dementia

A brain training programme can almost halve the risk of dementia, according to new research. A study of almost 3,000 people found those who tried the technique – which involved improving the spe ...
To floss or not to floss?

To floss or not to floss?

Following news that there is a lack of evidence that using dental floss is beneficial to oral health, leading health organisation, the British Society of Dental Hygiene and Therapy(BSDHT), are highlig ...
Backing out

Backing out

More than HALF of UK adults over the age of 40 are suffering from persistent neck and back pain, according to new research. A poll of 2,000 over-40s revealed that 51 per cent regularly suffer from the ...
Retailers set to become more dementia friendly

Retailers set to become more dementia friendly

Alzheimer’s Society is launching a new guide for retailers to encourage them to become dementia friendly and support people living with dementia and their carers to take part in their communities for ...