HEALTH

Stroke recovery may be strengthened by animal-assisted treatment, with a new Mayo Clinic study finding that therapy animals were associated with greater patient engagement, increased physical activity and longer mobility during inpatient rehabilitation. Published in Mayo Clinic Proceedings, the research examines how trained therapy dog-handler teams could become part of …

Arrhythmia is an abnormal heart rhythm that can make the heart beat too fast, too slowly or irregularly, and recognising the difference between harmless palpitations and a potentially serious rhythm problem is important. A racing, fluttering or skipped heartbeat does not automatically mean that something dangerous is happening, but it …

Jamaica’s sun-grown cannabis has the potential to become a globally recognised agricultural and scientific product if the country can connect its cultural heritage with rigorous genetics, cultivation science, quality control and international regulation. Jamaica already possesses one of the strongest cannabis identities in the world, built through decades of music, …

The new perilla oil clinical trial found that eight weeks of supplementation improved platelet function, increased circulating omega-3 fatty acids and reduced inflammatory gene expression in healthy smokers. Conducted by researchers at Seoul National University of Science and Technology, the randomised, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial provides human clinical evidence for cardiovascular …

Looking younger than your age comes down to a blend of your family genetics, environmental exposure, daily habits and your overall mental well-being. How fast your body ages after turning forty depends on more than just the DNA you were born with. While your family history sets the foundation for …

Persistent financial strain disrupts fundamental biological processes, increasing the risk of hypertension, diabetes, and cardiovascular conditions while creating severe personal and familial anxiety. Unmarried adults, working parents, and older employees face distinct psychological challenges when living without economic safety nets. Establishing sustainable passive income streams offers a practical pathway to …

Cocoa flavanols can support stem cell function by improving vascular health, reducing oxidative stress, and enhancing the body’s natural regenerative processes. Stem cells play a central role in repairing tissues, maintaining healthy organs, and supporting long-term wellbeing. Their regenerative capacity naturally declines with age, increasing susceptibility to chronic disease, slower …

Pregnancy changes can reveal heart valve disease because the cardiovascular demands of pregnancy often expose previously silent valve abnormalities or worsen existing conditions. Pregnancy increases blood volume, heart rate and the workload placed on the heart, making it one of the most significant cardiovascular stress tests the body experiences. These …

Many families feel nervous about bringing up senior living. They worry a loved one may feel hurt, sad, or upset, so the conversation often gets put off longer than it needs to be. But the truth is, this conversation doesn’t have to be hard, in many cases, it goes better …

The blood-brain barrier is the brain’s highly specialised protective system that regulates what enters the brain, helping preserve normal function while reducing the risk of neurological disease. Growing scientific evidence shows that maintaining cardiovascular health, controlling inflammation and adopting healthy lifestyle habits can help preserve the integrity of the blood-brain …