The Mediterranean way: changing diets to extend lifespans

The Mediterranean way: changing diets to extend lifespans

The Mediterranean way: changing diets to extend lifespans Published: A poor diet can significantly shorten a person’s life expectancy and quality of life, but switching to a healthy diet is easier said than done. Based at the University of North Carolina at Chapel...
The importance of community for reducing social isolation

The importance of community for reducing social isolation

The importance of community for reducing social isolation Published: Social isolation is caused by a lack of social contact. It can lead to loneliness and depression and is often experienced by women immigrants. In their home country, these women were likely to stay...
Can artificial intelligence help prevent heart failure?

Can artificial intelligence help prevent heart failure?

Can artificial intelligence help prevent heart failure? Published: Depending on its application – and your opinion – advances in artificial intelligence (AI) can seem impressive, daunting or both! Though AI raises many thought-provoking questions about its use and...
An age-old question

An age-old question

An age-old question Published: As we reach the later years of our lives, our skin will wrinkle and our hair will turn grey. We may have mixed feelings about ageing, but it is a natural part of life. Although we may never be able to prevent ageing, some scientists...