Calm in a can? Here’s what the evidence says about the chill-out drink craze
In a world that rarely slows down, a new wave of “functional beverages” is promising to help us do exactly that. So-called “chill-out drinks,” marketed
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The neurological complexity of Mamba snake venoms uncovered
A breakthrough study at The University of Queensland has discovered a hidden dangerous feature in the Black Mamba one of the most venomous snakes in
Inflammation at the heart’s core: What clinicians and families can do now
Chronic low-grade inflammation is a key driver of cardiovascular disease, even when cholesterol is controlled. The ACC’s 2025 Scientific Statement highlights hsCRP as a routine
Olive oil intake is linked to lower belly fat and healthier weight
Regular consumption of extra-virgin olive oil was associated with lower BMI and waist circumference in a study of more than 16,000 adults. EVOO also mediated
Cannabis extract eases chronic back pain and improves quality of life in major clinical trial
A phase 3 trial in Nature Medicine found that a full-spectrum Cannabis sativa extract (VER-01) significantly reduced chronic low back pain and improved sleep and
Intranasal adrenaline can be as effective as the EpiPen
Instead of stabbing yourself, or someone else, in the thigh with a needle to deliver a dose of adrenaline to counter anaphylactic shock, would it
Surgeon offered womb removals in ‘minutes’ without proper examination, women say
Only “good fortune” prevented ex-gynaecologist Daniel Hay from causing more harm to women, a report says.
I went undercover as a cleaner at a failing care home. Here’s what I witnessed
Catriona MacPhee worked in a Highland care home for seven weeks as part of BBC Disclosure investigation.
Why I’m challenging Nike, Adidas and Puma over single shoes
Former Para-athletic world champion Stef Reid says footwear companies are failing amputees.
Nurses and pharmacists endangering patients by supplying illegal Botox
An undercover BBC team catch a fake doctor, a pharmacist and a nurse supplying Botox illegally without checks.
Mark Blaxill: Robert F. Kennedy Jr. resurrects another washed-up antivax activist
Last week, it was reported that Mark Blaxill had been hired at CDC. It looks like RFK Jr.’s resurrecting every washed up antivax crony he
Experiencing peace among the flowers
Audrey forgets her indoor troubles when she’s outside in her garden.
Gardening to feel like yourself again
Ramona finds relief from needing to mask her autism when she’s in her garden.
Scientists make embryos from human skin DNA for first time
US scientists testing the technique say it could help people overcome infertility and potentially allow same-sex couples to have a genetically related child.