Health

As heat records fall, W. Larry Kenney, Daniel Vecellio, Rachel Cottle and S. Tony Wolf assess how much danger we are in Extreme heat has been breaking records across Europe, ...

Norway and Finland face record outbreaks of bird flu this year which have killed thousands of seagulls and other species, put livestock at risk and restricted travel in some areas, ...

The most important thing is to seek professional advice and guidance, says Dr Vasilios Silivistris The stigma and taboo of mental illness across cultures is profound especially here in Cyprus. ...

What environmental contaminants have got to do with it By Daniel Marcu The World Health Organisation (WHO) recently reported that around one in six couples globally are affected by infertility. ...

The White House on Friday launched an office to prepare for and respond to potential pandemics, to be led by Paul Friedrichs, a military combat surgeon and retired Air Force ...

Alexander Sweetman is a sleep expert who helps deal with insomnia Martin turns off the light to fall asleep, but his mind quickly springs into action. Racing thoughts about work ...

Break out of the negative habits that have sometimes been drilled into us since childhood says DESPINA NICOLA Investing in self-care can often bring up unpleasant feelings about the way ...

Ash Willmott and Jessica Mee explore the science behind the sweat Hot yoga, also known as Bikram yoga (more on that later), has gained significant popularity in recent years as ...

It comes in many forms but are treatable says DR VASILIOS SILIVISTRIS Depression is a condition that can take on many forms, from the short-lived feelings of sadness that most ...

If you are feeling demoralised, a simple tool invoking a mother’s love could help says DESPINA NICOLA Many live out their lives in the hope of being rescued by ...

By Nick Fuller When people decide it’s time to lose weight, they’re usually keen to see quick results. Maybe they have an event coming up or want relief ...

Therapy can be as effective as anti-depressants says DR VASILIOS SILIVISTRIS Noun: ‘A mental state achieved by focusing one’s awareness on the present moment, while calmly acknowledging and accepting ...

If you are stuck in a rut, there are exercises that can lift you out of it says DESPINA NICOLA Last Sunday while out with my friend, I noticed how ...

Grieving is a tough but necessary part of life says DR VASILIOS SILIVISTRIS When someone is bereaved, they usually experience an intense feeling of sorrow called grief. People grieve to ...

Traditional masculinity is a vague, unhelpful term we should abandon says MARINA YUSUPOVA Most of us think we know what we mean when we talk about “traditional masculinity”. A term ...

Minister of Health Popi Kanari promised to jumpstart the operation of the Athienou medical centre, according to Monday’s announcement by the municipality. The minister on Saturday visited the two-storey ...

It is possible to overcome dependency says DESPINA NICOLA, one small step at a time There are no primary reasons why dependencies occur. Many times, the dependent can’t control ...

Ozempic helps weight loss by making you feel full. But certain foods can do the same thing – without the side-effects says EMMA BECKETT You’ve probably heard about the medication ...

With a beautiful climate and stunning surroundings, many people choose Cyprus as the perfect getaway for relaxation. It’s an island perfect for forgetting about the stresses of life, and ...

Minster of Health, Popi Kanari on Tuesday met with the head of the World Health Organization (WHO) Cyprus office, Shaikh Irshad Ali, the ministry announced. The minister met to discuss ...

Previously known as marriage guidance, couple’s counselling addresses the problems arising from adult sexual or intimate relationships, where the relationship rather than the two individuals is the client explains ...

With Nic’s Keto & Organic it really is possible to have your cake and eat it finds KRISTIAN GRAY Among those who have attempted to improve their health, lose ...

We’ve all had success on a diet for a couple of weeks before the pounds begin to pile on again. Don’t be disheartened says DESPINA NICOLA but grab ...

Five women who said they were denied abortions despite grave risk to their lives have sued the state of Texas, in the first apparent case of pregnant women suing over ...