Health

Sanjiti Banerjee reflects on the rise in smoking in parts of Devon amidst a long-term national decline. Could students be behind the shift?

Saja Ilot breaks down the rise in antibiotic-resistant infections in the South West, and the implications for medical procedures and our health

Saja Ilott reflects on the rise of supplements promising the experience of a full meal in a single bottle

Online Science & Tech Editor Daniel Grayshon discusses the recent closure of Dartmoor prison due to high radon levels and the effects of the gas on our health and homes

In a Journo Request, students express controversial attitudes towards Ozempic as it becomes increasingly pervasive. Science Editor, Orla Watson, reports on these student attitudes and the controversies that have informed these views.

Emily Elliot discusses the causes, impacts and possible solutions to the worsening medicine shortages within the UK

Isabel Horsfield outlines the breakthrough discovery of a new type of antibiotic that can kill highly drug-resistant bacteria and discusses a further proposed approach to tackle antibiotic resistance in the UK.

Gracie Moore, Online Arts and Lit Editor, discusses the development of a finger-prick test that aims to identify brain tumour recurrence at home.

Paris Gill covers new research from King’s College London and the University of Exeter showing the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on brain health.

Vrinda Arora discusses new evidence linking adult ADHD and dementia.