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Here’s how to sift through complicated studies without getting overwhelmed.
Many people may call it self-care to crash on the couch with your smartphone, but screen-based activities increase the load on your brain instead of resting it.
Gig companies like Uber often promote the freedom that comes with independent contractor arrangements. They talk less about the impact that pay volatility can have on workers’ health.
The symptoms of B12 deficiency resemble a lot of other health problems, putting millions of Americans at risk of a misdiagnosis.
The CDC now recommends that everyone wear a face covering when they go into a public place. But there’s confusion about why and if this protects the wearer, people around them or both.
The use of online health platforms is on the rise, allowing us to track and share our personal data. While such platforms have promise, significant scientific, ethical and privacy questions remains.
Introducing a new series from The Anthill podcast on the future of personalisation in healthcare.
Predicting life expectancy remains in the realm of science fiction, but it may soon be possible. Are we prepared for such information? And who else would benefit from this knowledge?
South Africans will not see the value that science and technology adds to their daily lives until there is more interest in areas of science.
Millions took to protests after Donald Trump was elected, but others took to therapists’ offices. Read why the election was harder on some than others, and things you can do to take care of yourself.









