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What age do humans reach their mental peak? It’s not as old as you think

Feel too old to take up a new hobby? Think again. A new study suggests humans reach their cognitive prime between the ages of 55 and 60.

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Flu season is coming for Europe. How bad could it be this year?

It’s difficult to say just how severe the flu season will be before it starts. Here’s how experts try to predict it.

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Does the October clock change really affect your health? Here’s what experts say

The clock going back for winter is far less disruptive than the spring shift, which has been linked to spikes in heart attacks and traffic accidents.

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Health care spending: Where are out-of-pocket costs highest across Europe?

Fifteen per cent of health care spending in the EU comes from household out-of-pocket payments. Euronews Health takes a close look at how and why these shares vary widely across Europe.

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Gut health is all the rage. Experts share 5 tips to sort fact from fiction

Euronews Health breaks down how to differentiate the hype from reality when it comes to the science on gut health.

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Organised or moody? These are the personality traits that could predict how long you live

A new study has revealed the nuanced personality traits that could predict the length of our lifespan. Researchers believe it could pave the way for more individualised healthcare.

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A glass half empty? The truth behind functional drinks and their promises to make us feel calmer

Functional beverages such as TRIP drinks quench our need for quick fixes in a wellness-obsessed landscape. But how much of what they promise is true?

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Are ultra-processed foods all that bad? What we know – and some simple swaps to boost your diet

A well-balanced diet is about much more than determining whether certain foods are ultra-processed or not. But if you want to simplify your diet, here’s where to start.

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Weight loss drugs like Ozempic work well for kids and teens, study finds. But should kids take them?

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The Sunday Scaries: Why the end of the weekend feels so hard. Here's how you can ease it

Strategies such as protecting Sundays with intentional plans, setting work-life boundaries, and small routines like preparing clothes or lunches can help ease the dread.

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Why women are turning against the contraceptive pill and toward fertility trackers

Negative side effects and social media misinformation are making young women distrustful of the contraceptive pill. But are the natural methods they’re turning to any safer?

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'A new tobacco epidemic': Experts warn vaping may cause irreversible harm to children’s health

"This epidemic is being led and organised by the nicotine industry,” one expert told Euronews Health.

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‘I started to put my self-worth in numbers on a scale’: How eating disorder cases in men are rising

Often stereotyped as a female problem, anorexia is on the rise among men worldwide, with evidence suggesting they are at greater risk of severe illness and death.

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Eli Lilly hikes UK price of blockbuster weight loss drug Mounjaro by up to 170%

The price hike is not expected to affect access for patients who receive Mounjaro through the National Health Service (NHS).

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Can nature, art, and sport heal? Inside Europe’s growing social prescribing movement

From forest walks to painting classes, doctors are prescribing non-medical treatments for better health.

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Perimenopause: What are the symptoms, and why are women calling it ‘cougar puberty?’

Women are rebranding perimenopause as ‘cougar puberty’ on social media, encouraging open discourse on a historically under-researched yet near-universal health issue.

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How do mineral and chemical sunscreens work and what do we know about their health effects?

Mineral and chemical sunscreens work differently, but both are considered safe when used correctly.

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Swedish doctors warn parents about hormone treatments after a baby girl grows a ‘micropenis’

Endocrinologists in Sweden warn that parents who use hormonal creams can easily transfer the substance to their children through skin-to-skin contact.

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Liver cancer cases could double by 2050. A new study says 60% are preventable

Experts call for urgent global action on hepatitis, alcohol, and obesity as new data shows that while preventable liver cancer cases are on the rise, the right mix of policy, prevention, and public awareness could save millions of lives.

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'Forever chemicals’ found in reusable period products. What do we know about their health impact?

Underwear and reusable pads show the highest levels of a marker indicating intentionally added PFAS, raising concerns about the safety of menstrual products, according to new research.

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Four-day work weeks are good for employees’ mental and overall health, pilots in 6 countries find

Six months after starting a four-day work week experiment, workers reported better physical and mental health and less burnout.

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When is it too hot to work? Know the signs of heat stress, your working rights, and how to cool down

With intense heatwaves in Europe, it’s important to understand the risks and symptoms of heat stress, and to know your rights as a worker.

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World’s first malaria treatment for newborn babies gets approval

Several African countries where malaria is widespread are expected to swiftly approve the new medicine following Swissmedic’s decision.

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‘Very obvious:’ Novo Nordisk may be illegally advertising Ozempic, says Spain’s health secretary

Spain is investigating Novo Nordisk over concerns it may be indirectly marketing its weight loss drugs. Euronews Health spoke to the country’s health secretary to find out more.

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Exclusive: At-home spit test that measures hormone levels is now certified as a contraceptive

The test, which uses saliva to track a hormone that plays a role in fertility, is expected to roll out across Europe this year.

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