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How to deal with a snake bite: What you need to know before heading into nature

The season has arrived when we start sharing our surroundings with snakes. Mountains, forests, holiday homes, hiking trails, they are all part of their territory too. Most of us know very little about snakes and hold plenty of misconceptions about them. One of the most important things to understand is how to respond if you are bitten.

Work stress keeps seven in ten people over-50 awake at night

Nearly 70% of workers aged 50 to 66 show persistent, previously undiagnosed sleep problems, a University of Edinburgh study reveals, with poor work-life balance and job dissatisfaction linked to worse psychological and physical wellbeing overall

Stepped on a sea urchin? Here’s what to do straight away

As holidaymakers take to Greek waters this summer, doctors outline the seven steps for treating a sea urchin sting, from soaking the foot in hot water to removing spines safely before infection sets in properly

Bills don’t just empty your wallet – how they negatively impact your mind and memory

Chronic financial pressure appears to take a toll not only on mental health, but may also leave its mark on the brain – A researcher explains

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