Lifestyle

'Social prescriptions', smart beds and digital programmes for diabetes are among the futuristic innovations which could transform the NHS in the near future, it has emerged. According to a new report, patients will soon be connected to social networks of people living in similar situations to learn to manage their own conditions from others who have gone through the same illness. Virtual reality could also become commonly used to help paralysed patients to walk by training with brain-controlled robotic systems....

Not being allowed to give a colleague a paracetamol, filling out a form to use plasters and a ban on birthday cake candles are among Britain's most bizarre health and safety rules. Researchers who polled 2,000 workers also found one in five aren’t allowed to change light bulbs in their workplace. And another fifth are banned from wearing flip-flops in the office amid safety concerns. The study, conducted by international animal charity SPANA, also found some workers are only provided...

Poor sleep generates social anxiety that infects those around us, according to a study

Scientists say the breakthrough will further current understanding of the genetic risk factors that predispose people to the development of dementia

The findings of a new study provide scientists with a promising new route to personalised treatments for migraine patients

Though each child living with autism is unique, they exhibit some common traits such as repetitive behaviors, impaired speech/language, and difficulties with social interaction. Autistic children need a lot of support as they develop. Research suggests that supporting autistic children through play is the best way to help them learn. While playing is voluntary and pleasurable for other children, it isn’t for autistic children because they view the world as concrete and literal. Hence, they have difficulties with abstract and...

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If you're looking for that one special day out for your toddler(s) this summer, look no further than our top 10 things to do with toddlers this summer list.

The three-in-one Tdap jab staves off diptheria, tetanus and potentially fatal whooping cough - known medically as pertussis.