UAE Sheikh Mohamed Reaffirms Commitment to a Healthier Future
On World Health Day, President Sheikh Mohamed reinforces the UAE’s dedication to advancing global healthcare, promoting a culture of well-being, and supporting science-led solutions to…
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Unfair decisions by AI could make us indifferent to bad behaviour by humans
Artificial intelligence (AI) makes important decisions that affect our everyday lives. These decisions are implemented by firms and institutions in the name of efficiency. They…
A Shocking Percentage of Our Brains Are Made of Microplastics, Scientists Find
Researchers have found that a shocking amount of microplastics are ending up in our brains. As detailed in a yet-to-be-peer-reviewed paper, scientists found that all 91…
Why we might never know the truth about ultra-processed foods
They are the bête noire of many nutritionists – mass-produced yet moreish foods like chicken nuggets, packaged snacks, fizzy drinks, ice cream or even sliced brown bread.…
Lowering blood pressure naturally without medications
Managing high blood pressure, or hypertension, is crucial for maintaining a healthy heart and reducing the risk of heart disease and stroke. While medication is…
Blood test to detect 50 types of cancer could be given to ‘one million people next summer’
A blood test that can detect 50 types of cancer could reportedly be offered to “a million people” in a pilot programme from next summer.…
Blood pressure warning over long-term paracetamol use
People with high blood pressure who take paracetamol on prescription could be increasing their risk of heart attacks and strokes, a study suggests. Doctors should…
Oculus Quest 2: Meta to discuss children’s VR safety with watchdog
The Information Commissioners’ Office (ICO) is to talk to Meta about how its virtual reality (VR) business Oculus complies with the regulator’s “children’s code”. The…
People devote third of waking time to mobile apps
People are spending an average of 4.8 hours a day on their mobile phones, according to app monitoring firm App Annie. In 2020, UK regulator…
Tackle your child’s weight – without giving them a complex
Tackle your child’s weight – without giving them a complex Jusna Begum lives near the South Bank in London with her four children, aged between…