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As well as keeping active, centenarians have enjoyed chocolate, whisky and watching football

Secrets to a long life

World’s oldest man ever dies aged 116
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It’s all smiles as schools focus on healthy food

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Swimming is so healthy ... and it could save your life

Swim for your life


New report warns of holiday dangers as too many children are unable to swim


Fried grasshoppers are a tasty treat in Thailand

Good grub!


UN report says eating insects and caterpillars could help feed the world and combat global warming


A poster image from the British Lung Foundation's campaign on smoking in cars

Should we ban smoking in cars?


MSP launches kids’ health campaign as supermarkets ordered to cover cigarette packets


Health Archive

Having an urban jungle with hills, valleys, trees and tunnels to play in helps kids to get along. Pic: Colin Mearns/Newsquest
Posted Tuesday, 15 November 2011 in Health

Beating the bullies

Urban jungle breaks down barriers and banishes boredom

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Warning: gross ingredients in fake cosmetics could seriously damage your health
Posted Friday, 04 November 2011 in Health

Beware of fakes this Christmas

Urine and insects found in fake beauty products

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Scots advised to 'eat more like the English'. Fish and chips all round, then? Pic: Martin Shields/Newsquest Media
Posted Thursday, 03 November 2011 in Health

‘Eat like the English’

Less fat and salt could prevent thousands of deaths, say scientists

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Hundreds queued yesterday to try to help Ryan Ferguson, aged three. Pic: Martin Shields; Newsquest Media
Posted Monday, 10 October 2011 in Health

Scots flock to save boy's life

Record-breaking response to bone marrow appeal

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Cats have been created that have glowing jellyfish genes. Pic: Mayo Clinic
Posted Friday, 16 September 2011 in Health

Glow-in-the-dark cats!

Genetically modified cats shine light on disease

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Tragic singer Amy Winehouse, who died in July at the age of 27, was honoured by her friends. Pic: Bojars
Posted Tuesday, 30 August 2011 in Health

Stars remember Amy at awards

Emotional tribute to Amy Winehouse at MTV Video Music awards

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Sustainable picnics could help us reduce our £1 billion food waste bill.
Posted Thursday, 25 August 2011 in Health

Eat your way to a greener planet

Host an eco picnic and help save Earth

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Margaret Thatcher's government of 1970s and 1980s is blamed for poor Scottish health
Posted Monday, 22 August 2011 in Health

The mysterious 'Scottish effect' explained?

'Blame Thatcher's government,' says lecturer

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Wedding day picture from Olivia Clark, winner of Daily What News photography contest 2011
Posted Friday, 24 June 2011 in Health

The Daily What’s first year

Our highlights of the school year in pictures

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Eryc and Trayc explain what life is like for children who care for others
Posted Monday, 13 June 2011 in Health

Pupil’s cartoons will help school-age carers

And a Hollywood star has added his voice

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