UK to lower voting age to 16 – a once-in-a-generation opportunity to secure the future health of British democracy: The UK government has announced that the voting age will be lowered to 16 at the next election as part of a wider effort to restore trust in and “future-proof” democracy. Votes at 16 has grown …
?A ‘Google maps for the sea’, sails ?and alternative fuels: ?the technologies steering shipping towards ?lower emissions – podcast: petrugusa94/Shutterstock ?Ships transport around 80% of the world’s cargo. From your food, to your car to your phone, chances are it got to you by sea. The vast majority of the world’s container ships burn fossil …
The menopause can increase your likelihood of developing heart disease, type 2 diabetes and hypertension — but exercise can help lower risk: Combined strength and endurance workouts improved several of the risk factors associated with cardiometabolic diseases. Yiistocking/ Shutterstock The menopause affects all women differently – and each person’s experience is unique. While some women …
Why many policies to lower migration actually increase it: OlegD/Shutterstock Every spring and summer, when the weather improves, the numbers of people trying to cross the Mediterranean to Europe drastically increase, sometimes tripling. Distressing photos and headlines dominate front pages, and politicians stoke negative narratives about migration. People migrate for many reasons: safety, work, education, …
How a hybrid heating system could lower your bills and shrink your carbon footprint: Hybrid systems combine two or more technologies to heat a house. ThomsonD/Shutterstock To heat your home without damaging the climate, you will need to replace your gas boiler. UK government advisers recommend switching to appliances that run on electricity. However, if …
Couples in which the woman is the only earner report lower life satisfaction – new research: CrizzyStudio/Shutterstock Many women will, at least temporarily, be the breadwinner at some point in their relationship. Changing employment trends and gender roles will affect many households. But our new peer-reviewed study shows that for heterosexual couples, wellbeing is lower …
Autism: later-life diagnosis doesn’t mean lower quality of life – new research: Our research suggests the age people find out they're autistic does not necessarily impact their quality of life afterward. Lightspring/ Shutterstock A growing number of people are discovering that they are autistic in adulthood. This is especially the case among women, with a …
Heavy drinking linked to lower muscle mass – here’s what you need to know: Avoiding excess alcohol consumption in middle-age may help you preserve important muscle as you get older. Lokicon/ Shutterstock Heavy drinking has long been associated with various health problems, including cirrhosis of the liver, cancer and heart disease. But our latest study …
Risk of heart disease lower when obesity is due to genetics rather than lifestyle – new research: peakanucha/Shutterstock It’s well known that a high body mass index (BMI) has negative effects on our health, increasing the risk of several diseases. This is concerning since nearly one-third of the world’s population is now classified as overweight …
Football club collapses in lower leagues: how to avoid them for the good of the community: The future of Southend United Football Club hangs in the balance. A petition by His Majesty’s Revenue and Customs (HMRC) to have the club wound up over unpaid tax liabilities has just been adjourned by the high court until …
Short bursts of physical activity during daily life may lower risk of premature death – new research: Short bursts of physical activity could be as simple as playing with your children or grandchildren. Prostock-studio/ Shutterstock Most of us know that regular exercise is important for our health and longevity. But with our busy schedules, many …
Crime is lower when cities are greener: evidence from South Africa supports the link: Investment in public parks can help reduce crime. Peter Titmuss/Education Images/Universal Images Group via Getty Images. South Africa’s population is urbanising at a rapid pace. The sheer rate of change poses challenges to planning for sustainable and liveable cities. Part of …
Fermented foods and fibre may lower stress levels – new study: Foods such as kimchi are great to include in a psychobiotic diet. Nungning20/ Shutterstock When it comes to dealing with stress, we’re often told the best things we can do are exercise, make time for our favourite activities or try meditation or mindfulness. But …
Got allergies? You could be at lower risk of catching COVID: aleks333/Shutterstock To respond effectively to COVID, it’s been important to understand who may be at higher risk of contracting the virus and developing more severe disease. To this end, scientists and clinicians have established a range of risk factors for serious illness with COVID, …
Tanzanian TB patients have a lower quality of life than people who haven’t had the disease: Survivors face ongoing disability and increased mortality risks beyond treatment completion. PUNIT PARANJPE/AFP via Getty Images Numerous researchers have documented the quality of life and mental health of specific population groups. Examples include people living with HIV, the elderly, …
‘Muslim culture’ is routinely blamed for lower levels of employment – but my research shows this is not what is behind the problem: Shutterstock/adriaticfoto People who identify as minority ethnic are at a disadvantage in the labour market compared to the British white majority. They are more likely to earn less, be outside of the …
Hair loss and lower libido among long COVID symptoms – new research: Gladskikh Tatiana/Shutterstock About 2 million people in the UK have persistent symptoms after COVID infection, termed long COVID. Commonly reported long COVID symptoms, such as fatigue and shortness of breath, have a significant effect on people’s daily activities, quality of life and capacity …
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