Knowledge of the body

People often disagree about what is and isn't healthy. Learn more about hotly disputed health topics and find out about the latest research.

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Building muscle in old age: nutrition and exercises
What can you do about muscle wastage in older age? What strength training can you do without equipment in old age? Find out more.
23.04.2025 6 minutes )}

Bowel cancer: early detection methods
How long does a colonoscopy under anaesthesia take? Can an abdominal CT scan detect bowel cancer? Find out more.
31.03.2025 4 minutes )}

Breast cancer: early detection methods
Can you feel if you have breast cancer, and what are the symptoms? How often should you get a mammogram? Find out more now.
26.03.2025 6 minutes )}

Non-hormonal contraception: copper coils and more
What non-hormonal contraceptives are there? Read more about non-hormonal contraception with copper coils and other methods.
10.03.2025 12 minutes )}

MMR vaccination: when should you have it?
Are there side effects after an MMR vaccination? Do you need a booster? Answers and key facts about the measles, mumps and rubella vaccination.
28.02.2025 4 minutes )}

Short-sightedness: causes, consequences & correction
What are mild and severe short-sightedness and how is short-sightedness corrected? What dioptre values do short-sighted people have?
04.02.2025 6 minutes )}

Long-sightedness in simple terms: symptoms & correction
What is long-sightedness? What can you do about long-sightedness? Find out all about hyperopia.
04.02.2025 4 minutes )}

Longevity: how to live longer and preserve your health
What is longevity, and what are its main principles? What can you do to stay healthy as you age? Find out more now.
31.01.2025 17 minutes )}

Swollen legs: what can you do about it?
What helps with swollen legs and feet? What causes it? Read more about water retention in the legs and feet.
21.01.2025 9 minutes )}

The immune system: how can you strengthen yours?
How can you strengthen your immune system? What causes a weak immune system? Find out more about boosting your body’s defences.
18.12.2024 9 minutes )}