Lifestyle

Millions of Brits struggle to spend time with their own friends - because they are too busy or can't afford to catch up, a study has found. Hectic work schedules and a lack of cash mean three quarters of the nation don't get as much face-to-face time with their pals as they would like. And while six in 10 admit staying in touch with friends is easier than ever before thanks to social media and mobile phones, more than a...

Researchers believe combination with established treatment could improve outcomes in prostate cancer Clinical trials planned to assess psoriasis drug in men with advanced disease New treatment has potential to work in larger proportion of patients than existing immunotherapies A new form of immunotherapy reactivates the response to hormone treatment in advanced prostate cancer, a study in mice and human prostate cancer cells has found. Hormone therapy is a mainstay of prostate cancer treatment – but tumour cells can grow resistant,...

There’s nothing more indulgent than having your head massaged at 5pm on a Friday in Sloane Square. But someone has to do it. I spent the afternoon at super Sloane salon which is run by the talented Richard Ward. It has been a long time since I had my locks tended to, and I must admit stepping into the vast shop was daunting. It’s one of the largest salon in the UK taking up 500sq ft - which is impressive...

My hair looked its best on 16 April 2015 and I have the photographic evidence to prove it. The embarrassing selfie shall live forever on my Instagram. I rest with my head on a pillow, showing off my locks in all their glory. Those freshly dyed tresses tumble across the pillow case, a rusty, ruddy, mahogany colour touched with gold and oh so glossy. Quite simply, my hair has never looked better. I’ve rung the changes since - short, long;...

Researchers found that women with mammographically dense breast tissue have higher recall and biopsy rates and increased odds of screen-detected and interval breast cancer

The trendy trainers put more stress on bones, muscles and joints rather than less, say scientists.

Electrostimulation is a technique widely used in the field of fitness and aesthetics, which promises many physical benefits, but it is also very controversial. This gives rise to many doubts and the practice of which must be guided and controlled by professionals. This electro-fitness equipment, mainly by means of electrical impulses, causes muscular contractions and, as a consequence, causes an effect similar to an exercised muscle. Additionally, it is often used as a slimming treatment, allowing the muscle to increase...

A study of more than 5,000 flight attendants found cases were higher for every form of the disease examined

Like all cities, London is constantly changing. New buildings are always being erected, whilst others are torn down. Once-scruffy neighbourhoods have become gentrified and are suddenly desirable places to live. Cities are constantly growing, with immigrants from different countries and cultures helping shape the identity of the city. Here are some images of London, both from the past and present, which reflect how the city has changed. Cripplegate/ The Barbican Estate London was once surrounded by a wall extending from...