What links the Cayman Islands, sport and brainpower?
A new study has shown exercise can make middle-aged people not only healthier but also smarter. The data from the Montreal Heart Institute comes from participants who all had a… Read more »
Category: Health Advice
Stop smoking mobile app helps 40% of users quit
A European Union anti-smoking campaign, “Ex-Smokers are Unstoppable” is working with Barcelona FC to help 24 to 35 year olds quit smoking. Its free, online health tool, iCoach, is now… Read more »
Are expats in rural areas more likely to be obese?
A recent study has found people in rural areas are more likely to be obese than urban dwellers. The study claims cultural diets and physical isolation are likely to blame…. Read more »
How safe are full-body X-ray scanners?
Since the events of 9/11 airport security has been visibly enhanced across the world. The controversial introduction of full-body scanners in many airports may have improved flight security, but what… Read more »
Expats need to plan ahead as heat waves strike
According to global warming scientists, the Earth is heating up. While those expats in the UK perhaps wouldn’t agree, many parts of Europe and the United States are suffering in… Read more »
Is this the world’s healthiest diet?
If you were asked to say which countries have the healthiest diets you might well talk about the Mediterranean region. The diet typical of the region has long been associated… Read more »
Coffee drinkers live longer?
New research has found evidence that drinking coffee every day can help you live longer. Whether you drink regular or decaffeinated doesn’t matter – all coffee drinkers in the study were… Read more »
Young people still ignoring skin cancer warnings
Health warnings about the risks of sun damage don’t seem to be getting through to young adults, according to a recent survey. The report, released by the U.S government revealed… Read more »
Scientists develop Facebook addiction scale
Scientists in Norway have developed an instrument to measure Facebook addiction. With more people connecting online there is a new trend towards social media addiction. Expats are often amongst the… Read more »
Travel vaccine infographic makes immunisations clearer
A travel insurance provider has released an interactive infographic to easily explain which vaccinations are required when you travel abroad. Vaccinations are required for many countries around the world, whether you’re… Read more »