Serena Oppenheim, Contributor

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Could This Blood Test Revolutionise How Dementia and Other Neurodegenerative Diseases Are Diagnosed?

Approximately 46.8 million people live with dementia and it is estimated by 2050 this will more than double to 152 million. There is currently no cure for Alzheimer’s disease or any other type of dementia. Diagnosis is complicated and a series of tests…

Could This Blood Test Revolutionise How Dementia and Other Neurodegenerative Diseases Are Diagnosed?

Approximately 46.8 million people live with dementia and it is estimated by 2050 this will more than double to 152 million. There is currently no cure for Alzheimer’s disease or any other type of dementia. Diagnosis is complicated and a series of tests…

The next key trend in mental health is resilience: Meet the eQuoo, The Emotional Fitness Game

One of the key trends in the mental health space is now on boosting resilience; the key factor proven to reduce the likelihood of developing mental health issues. Meet eQuoo, The Emotional Fitness Game which is proving to boost resilience through gaming.

Hello Plastic Free Periods: The World’s First Reusable Tampon Applicator

It is estimated that 100 billion period-related products are thrown away around the world each year. Meet D by DAME, the world’s first reusable tampon applicator hoping to help ease the waste.

Can Tech Change The Way We Tackle Smoking?

15 percent of the population are smokers and smoking is still the biggest cause of death and illness in Britain. With a lack of new methods to help people quit smoking, what are the latest innovations to help?

Is Intermittent Fasting Really The Healthiest Way To Eat? Not For Everyone

Intermittent fasting has spurned a wellness revolution in terms of how we eat. But is it really a healthy choice for everyone? Contrary to popular belief and current trends, Intermittent Fasting isn’t something that works for everyone

How (And Why) To Maintain Your Health And Wellbeing As A Founder

Research suggests as many as eight percent of startups began to fail because their founders burn out. So what hacks do different founders resort to in order to keep them on top of their game?

Should You Trust An App With Your Mental Health?

With long NHS waiting lists for talking therapies, many of those living with mental health problems are turning to apps as an alternative solution, but could they be exacerbating the problem?