Saturday, August 29, 2026 2:08 AM ET
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How cutting-edge 3D imaging is transforming heart surgery -- New 3D imaging helps surgeons carry out complex heart procedures with greater precision and clarity.1 hour ago
The science that shows eating alone is bad for your health -- Commensality – the act of sharing meals – can reduce your risk of depression and dementia.20 hours ago
Two German airport workers die of malaria after 'mosquito arrives on plane' -- Traps have been installed at the airport and mosquitoes captured will be analysed in a laboratory to determine their species and origin.1 day ago
World's first patient to undergo live AI-assisted brain surgery has tumour removed -- Without brain surgery guided by live AI assistance, Rhys Hibbert could have lost his sight to a tumour.2 days ago
How to exercise safely in hot weather -- Scientists say it is important to find ways to exercise when temperatures soar to protect your long-term health. Here's how you can keep going when things hot up.2 months ago
Why people are turning to 'bibliotherapy' -- "Bibliotherapy" has been soaring in popularity as a means of improving people's wellbeing. But getting it right depends on the book, and the person.1 month ago
How Duolingo became so addicting, according to its CEO -- Perhaps no app has mastered user loyalty quite like Duolingo, the gamified language-learning platform 34 million people a day can't put down.1 month ago
Struggling with brain fog? Here's how to fix it -- It's common to become forgetful or mentally sluggish but there are easy ways to cut through the haze.1 month ago
How 20 minutes in nature can boost your health -- Spending just 20 minutes in nature can lower blood pressure, heart rate and stress levels.4 months ago
What screen time does to children's brains is more complicated than it seems -- Screen time has become synonymous with bad news - but the science may not be as straightforward as it seems.1 month ago
Six Steps to Calm -- Discover a calmer future with this course of six science-backed techniques, weekly to your inbox.4 months ago
Health Fix -- Trusted insights for better health and wellbeing rooted in science, every Wednesday to your inbox.1 month 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 Now4 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 Decoded4 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 Now4 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 Decoded4 months ago
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 Now4 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 Decoded4 months ago
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?1 month ago
How weight lifting can help you stay healthier as you age1 month ago
Why you're never too old for therapy2 months ago
Why do we want to be remembered after we die?2 months ago
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.2 days ago
The health effects of jet lag, and how to cope6 days ago
Parents weren't always this tired. What changed?26 days ago
Want a better night's sleep? Go camping3 months ago
Intermittent fasting works wonders in mice. In humans, it's a different story - Proving that intermittent fasting works, like any lifestyle intervention, is notoriously difficult. But new technologies will better help us to understand what works and what doesn't.14 days ago
We're getting mealtimes wrong - here's the best time to have dinner9 days ago
Six easy swaps to avoid ultra-processed foods14 days ago
Here's what to eat to keep your bones strong18 days ago
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.1 month ago
What blindside divorce tells us about modern love1 month ago
Science says dating app users fall into the same cycle. Here's how to spot it2 months ago
Six families, six very different summer trips3 months ago
The Wonderful World of Blood15 days ago
Secrets of the Human Body28 days ago
What Makes Us Human4 months ago
Body Clock: What Makes Us Tick?4 months ago
How to Boost Your Brain Power4 months ago
Around the World in 80 Weighs2 months ago
Making Sense of Cancer with Hannah Fry2 months ago
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.3 days ago
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 202619 hours ago
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 20262 days ago
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 20265 days ago
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 20262 days ago
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 202611 days ago
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 202620 days ago
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 202623 days ago
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 20269 days ago
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 202614 days ago
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 202627 days ago
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 202627 days ago
21 Jul 2026 -- The shark that lives for 400 years – and what it can teach us about longevity -- Some Greenland sharks alive today may have been contemporaries of Shakespeare. With a scarred heart that beats for centuries, this deep-sea shark defies age-related decline. -- 21 Jul 202630 days ago
20 Jul 2026 -- I danced every day for a week to improve my brainpower -- From improved concentration to higher creativity, dancing offers a range of brain-boosting benefits. And you don't need to spend hours on the dance floor to feel the effects. -- 20 Jul 202617 days ago
17 Jul 2026 -- Your motivation style may explain why some goals feel harder -- Are you driven by recognition, money, or security? Knowing your motivation style could help you realise your goals. -- 17 Jul 20261 month ago