Health

Gender roles of the ancient past ensured the continuity of the tribe. DESPINA NICOLA looks at what this means for modern relationships Deep down, we all have the same ancient ...

The addictions management authority on Friday issued a statement marking World Day for AIDS and HIV awareness. The addictions authority noted it has prioritised the prevention of these diseases among ...

Can I actually target areas to lose fat, like my belly asks NICK FULLER Spend some time scrolling social media and you’re all-but-guaranteed to see an ad promising to ...

Struggling to stay in control? It really could be as simple as counting to ten says Dr Vasos Silivistris It is important to understand that it is not people or ...

Matthew Ahmadi and Emmanuel Stamatakis explain how 22 minutes of exercise a day could reduce the health risks of the sedentary People in developed countries spend an average of nine to ...

Almost a third of Cypriots are still smokers, according to statistics compiled by research company Marc released on Tuesday. Marc, acting on behalf of Philip Morris Cyprus, interviewed a total ...

Many of us will have heard of Hellenic Bank – you’re more than likely to have come across one of its branches at prominent locations in all cities across the ...

DESPINA NICHOLA looks at the Buddha’s journey to enlightenment and how it can shape parenting today The story of Buddha, the revered spiritual leader and founder of Buddhism, traces ...

TikTok trend exposes the way we gender history says DOMINIC JANES How often do you think about the Roman empire? This question, posed to men by their partners on social ...

We all have habits and routines but for those with this problem they can get in the way of daily life says DR VASOS SILIVISTRIS Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) is a ...

Transformation, redemption, and the power of community I am a firm believer that supportive and compassionate relationships, especially when your life has become unmanageable, can put you on the right ...

A recent study reveals Cyprus has six times the recommended rate of Cesareans. ALIX NORMAN meets the expert who’s addressing what doctors fail to disclose about this major surgical ...

Hungarian scientist Katalin Kariko and U.S. colleague Drew Weissman, who met in line for a photocopier before making mRNA molecule discoveries together that paved the way for COVID-19 vaccines, ...

By Nick Fuller Our metabolism is the force inside our bodies that mysteriously decides whether to convert the food we eat into a burst of energy, or extra kilos on ...

Although they can be scary, they are not life threatening says DR VASILIOS SILIVISTRIS Although panic attacks (often also called anxiety attacks) can produce some very disturbing symptoms however, they ...

Short naps can improve memory, increase productivity, reduce stress and promote a healthier heart says STEVEN BENDER Napping during the day is an ancient custom that is practiced worldwide. While ...

Moderna and rival Pfizer on Wednesday said their updated COVID-19 vaccines generated strong responses in testing against the highly mutated BA.2.86 subvariant of the coronavirus that has raised fears of ...

DESPINA NICOLA looks at the power of vulnerability and seeking help In the modern educational landscape there’s a strong emphasis on fostering independence, problem-solving skills and self-reliance in students. ...

France plans to ban disposable electronic cigarettes, French Prime Minister Elisabeth Borne said on radio station RTL on Sunday. “It’s an important public health issue,” said Borne, adding that ...

RICHARD FARAGHER explains how to understand (and improve) your ‘biological age’ The saying goes that money can’t buy you love. But can it buy you time? This is what ...

An Australian scientist detailed on Tuesday a world-first discovery after an 8-cm (3-inch) -long parasitic worm was found in the brain of a woman in Canberra, spotlighting the risks of ...

AstraZeneca is facing two London lawsuits, including one from the husband of a woman who died after receiving the Anglo-Swedish drugmaker’s COVID-19 vaccine, in the first of potentially dozens ...

And how can it be treated asks DR VASILIOS SILIVISTRIS Listed in the dictionary as a state that is characterised by compulsive drug use or compulsive engagement in rewarding behaviour, ...

DESPINA NICOLA outlines how to discover truth and transformation through Plato’s Cave As a life coach, I firmly believe that the journey towards personal growth and enlightenment begins with ...