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Why you never really get over high school - Popularity, one of the defining fixations of adolescence, seems to be seared into our consciousness for decades after we leave school.

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Here's what to eat to protect your mouth's good bacteria -- Your oral microbiome is the key to a healthy mouth and body. Here's how to make sure it's well-nourished.

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Why more women carry the 'mental load' - and how couples can share it -- Planning, organising and remembering household tasks often fall disproportionately to mothers - here are some tips to help.

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How hunger for a new weight-loss drug is feeding an industry of fakes -- Dupes of retatrutide are flooding the black market, but the drug is yet to be approved by regulators.

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Transplanted pig kidney works in US man's body for record 271 days -- A man has lived for a record nine months with a transplanted pig kidney while waiting for a human transplant.

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How defying ageism can help you live longer -- Research shows a positive attitude towards ageing can make people feel younger and live longer.

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What to do now to stay healthy into your 70s -- From a brisk 15-minute walk, to getting regular sleep – doing these things from your 30s could help you stay fit well into your 70s.

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The simple test revealing how 'well' you're ageing -- The sit-to-stand test takes just 30 seconds to complete, but its results can provide profound insights into your health.

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What we can learn from Japan's elderly -- Japan has one of the oldest populations in the world, but some of the country's elderly aren't slowing down.

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Can we change how our brains age? These scientists think it's possible -- Lara Lewington searches for the tech secrets that experts hope will unlock eternal youth.

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Can science reverse the ageing process? -- Just how far can we intervene in the way our bodies age?

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How to Sleep Better -- Wake up rested and feel more alert, with expert tips to improve your sleep in a six-part course.

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Health Fix -- Trusted insights for better health and wellbeing rooted in science, every Wednesday to your inbox.

2 months ago

How a tiny chip can hold information from your gut -- A new organ-on-a-chip technology helps doctors design personalised treatments for gut health. -- Tech Now

5 months ago

Do you need to drink electrolytes to stay hydrated? -- Electrolyte-packed drinks are said to optimise health and hydration. But do we really need them? -- Health Decoded

5 months ago

The immersive tech preparing doctors for lifesaving surgery -- Tech Now meets medical teams using mixed reality environments to rehearse life-or-death operations. -- Tech Now

5 months ago

The health benefits of drinking matcha tea -- As a self-confessed coffee addict, Melissa Hogenboom examines the science behind matcha tea's health benefits. -- Health Decoded

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The race to unlock nature's hidden secrets -- A team of researchers is working on an ambitious project to build the world's largest biological database. -- Tech Now

5 months ago

Why walking backwards can be good for your health -- Research shows the activity of 'retro-walking' can have surprising benefits for your physical health and brain. -- Health Decoded

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Lab-grown teeth could soon replace fillings and implants - While teeth play a greater role in health than many realise, current dental solutions for tooth loss are temporary and subpar. What if we could regrow our teeth instead?

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How weight lifting can help you stay healthier as you age

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Why you're never too old for therapy

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Why do we want to be remembered after we die?

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The sleep habits that can help you wake up without an alarm - Ally Hirschlag discovers that waking up naturally can be surprisingly easy, if you take care of other sleep essentials.

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The health effects of jet lag, and how to cope

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Parents weren't always this tired. What changed?

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Want a better night's sleep? Go camping

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What eating alone does to your brain in the long run​ - Commensality – the act of sharing meals – can reduce your risk of depression and dementia.

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Intermittent fasting works wonders in mice. In humans, it's a different story​

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We're getting mealtimes wrong - here's the best time to have dinner

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Six easy swaps to avoid ultra-processed foods

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The habits that help children to eat more vegetables over their lifetime - Small changes in how children experience food every day can have a lasting impact on what they eat.

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What blindside divorce tells us about modern love

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Science says dating app users fall into the same cycle. Here's how to spot it

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Six families, six very different summer trips

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The Wonderful World of Blood

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Secrets of the Human Body

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What Makes Us Human

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Body Clock: What Makes Us Tick?

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How to Boost Your Brain Power

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Around the World in 80 Weighs

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Making Sense of Cancer with Hannah Fry

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The Easy Wellness Podcast with Vinny Hurrell & Cate Conway

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What's Up Docs?

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People Fixing The World

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The Food Programme

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Complex with Kimberley Wilson

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My dog has better tick protection than I do - but that could change soon -- Lyme disease is on the rise. But scientists are searching for ways to prevent it.

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Why it's not always a good idea to laugh at yourself -- Researchers are finally beginning to understand the real impacts of poking fun at ourselves – and how to avoid the pitfalls.

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23 Aug 2026 -- Being nude in public can make us feel better about our bodies -- Research suggests that naturism, the practice of non-sexual social nudity, can help people improve their body image. Naturists and experts tell the BBC how it works. -- 23 Aug 2026

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20 Aug 2026 -- These common meds could be causing you to overheat -- Some of the most prescribed medications, including those used to treat depression, ADHD and high blood pressure, can increase the risk of dehydration and other heat-related conditions. -- 20 Aug 2026

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17 Aug 2026 -- Do weight-loss drugs give athletes a competitive edge? -- GLP-1 weight-loss drugs can reduce weight and improve health, but could they also boost athletic performance? -- 17 Aug 2026

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13 Aug 2026 -- Four ways to extend the benefits of a holiday -- Shorter trips, awe, nostalgia and "satisficing" – these tricks will leave you feeling extra rested after a holiday. -- 13 Aug 2026

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9 Aug 2026 -- How much sunshine do we really need? -- Some people just need a few minutes per day in the summer – while others require much longer. -- 9 Aug 2026

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8 Aug 2026 -- Should you stop cracking your knuckles? -- Like a firework exploding in the joint – here's everything you need to know about cracking your knuckles. -- 8 Aug 2026

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29 Jul 2026 -- The iPhone's hidden fix for motion sickness -- A buried iPhone setting is turning heads and saving stomachs. But does relief just mean more time staring at your screen? -- 29 Jul 2026

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28 Jul 2026 -- How period trackers share your private details -- Some apps are sharing users' health data. New research uncovers which apps lock down your privacy, and which don't. -- 28 Jul 2026

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27 Jul 2026 -- Here's what to eat to keep your bones strong -- Our bone density begins declining earlier than you might think. But ensuring our diet is rich in certain nutrients can help to keep our skeletons strong. -- 27 Jul 2026

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26 Jul 2026 -- Sewage, rat pee and toxic algae: How safe is wild swimming for your health? -- Swimming in rivers and lakes is booming, but heavy rain, sewage overflows and farm runoff can lead to disease outbreaks. Here's how to spot when the risks to health are highest. -- 26 Jul 2026

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25 Jul 2026 -- The brutal maths behind Tour de France wins -- The Tour de France, which finishes this weekend, is regarded as one of the world's toughest cycle races. Winning it is a psychological as well as a physical test. -- 25 Jul 2026

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24 Jul 2026 -- South Korea is becoming a medical tourism hotspot -- Travellers are increasingly adding comprehensive health check-ups to their South Korea itineraries - drawn by fast results, English-language support and prices that can undercut those back home. -- 24 Jul 2026

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24 Jul 2026 -- The dangers of heavy menstrual bleeding -- As women have fewer children and more periods, heavy menstrual bleeding is becoming more of a health burden. -- 24 Jul 2026

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