HEALTH AND FITNESS

Technophoria

Do self-tracking devices actually lead to lifestyle changes?

Does the obsession with collecting data on ourselves spur us to change our behaviour or merely increase anxiety?

Sugar hit

How to curb your sugar cravings

If you're always seeking your next sugar hit, it's time to train your brain into better health.

 

Why do mosquitoes like some people more than others?

Are you a mosquito magnet? If so, your genes may be to blame.

 

Telling people I have genital herpes is empowering

Ella Dawson blogs about dating with genital herpes to promote normality in the face of stigma.

 

What's so wrong with having a little patience?

In our bright and blinking technological age, intellectual immersion is rarely lauded. But it should be.

Period Project

How do homeless women deal with their periods?

The government provides condoms at homeless shelters, so why not tampons?

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