Dementia can have a devastating effect on sufferers and their families, but scientists are still trying to understand exactly why and how it develops, and as yet there is no cure. One of the latest discoveries is that hearing loss could be an early sign of the disease, with researchers at Trinity College Dublin finding …

Over the past 12 months, we’ve shared with our readers insights from psychologists, couples therapists, time-management experts, and more. Each one had a slightly different take on what makes people happy, successful, and fulfilled. As the year draws to a close, we’re reflecting on some of the most useful tips we heard. Read on for …

RESPECT EACH OTHER’S FAMILY TRADITIONS If you’re spending Christmas at one of your family’s houses, make sure you respect their way of doing things. If they eat Chinese takeout or sing carols around the piano, go along with it! After all, you’re the guest! MAKE YOUR OWN TRADITIONS! As well as following the ones already …

New research suggests a difference in immune systems between men and women as the reason men claim to get sicker. Ladies, when he says he’s sick, believe him: The “man flu” may actually be real. Dr. Kyle Sue, an assistant professor of family medicine at Memorial University of Newfoundland in Canada conducted research to study …

As if we needed another excuse to put the kettle on, a new study has shown that enjoying a daily cuppa is linked to a lower risk of developing glaucoma. Glaucoma is a common eye condition where the optic nerve becomes damaged, and can lead to blindness if not treated, according to the NHS. The …