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Why wild health raves will be one of 2026’s biggest wellness trends
The Global Wellness Summit’s new trends report predicts wellness to pivot from hi-tech and performative to cathartic and connective.
28 Feb 2026 - 5:15PM
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It’s not ‘all in your head’: women’s pain really lasts longer, study finds
28 Feb 2026 - 7:29AM
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Women’s heart attack symptoms and risk factors differ from men’s. Here’s what to know
26 Feb 2026 - 6:08PM
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Parents of Hong Kong’s ‘Girl Behind the Face’ finally share their story
Mui Thomas’s story of living with a rare skin disease has moved many. Now, her adoptive parents share why they ignored advice to ‘walk away’.
25 Feb 2026 - 11:00AM
Rog and Tina Thomas pose for a picture with their daughter, Mui, whom they adopted 30 years ago, in a Facebook post from 2015. Mui was born with Harlequin ichthyosis, a rare and often fatal genetic disorder. Rog and Tina now share their story in their new book, An Unexpected Adoption: The Girl Behind The Face.
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What is the best brain training test to reduce dementia risk?
Study finds speed-based brain training better than memory or reasoning training in reducing risk of Alzheimer’s disease and related dementia.
23 Feb 2026 - 7:15AM
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‘I could not walk’: how exercise helped a mother manage serious knee pain
With surgery off the table, Hong Kong-based Kavita Biswas forced herself to strengthen the muscles around the knee.
22 Feb 2026 - 7:15AM
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Is magnetic heating technology a new weapon in the fight against cancer?
America’s Mayo Clinic is testing Israeli technology that targets solid tumours with fast-rising heat in a process it calls hyperthermia.
21 Feb 2026 - 7:15PM
Mayo Clinic radiation oncology department staff test the magnetic nanoparticle hyperthermia system. Photo: newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org
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Burnout brought a CEO to breaking point. How to recognise the signs and fix it
Headhunting firm founder Oliver Rolfe became compulsively addicted to his work and felt ‘miserable, emotionally numb’ – but couldn’t stop.
23 Feb 2026 - 3:52PM
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The apple in this picture is not red, but grey. Why your brain lies to you
The representation of reality your brain provides after processing sensory perceptions may not match the real thing, a neuroscientist says.
19 Feb 2026 - 3:15PM
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Singaporean started aikido in her 60s in poor health. Now 73, she’s a black belt
The Japanese martial art helped Lily Chan get off osteoporosis medication and massively improved her overall health and mobility.
18 Feb 2026 - 11:03AM
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Want to beat your sugar cravings? How to cut down and even quit sugary foods
Kick-start your sugar-free journey with expert tips on managing cravings, mindful snacking and embracing healthier substitutes.
17 Feb 2026 - 11:16AM
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How the cancer that killed James Van Der Beek is threatening more under-50s
No one knows what is causing the rise in colorectal cancer cases in younger adults. Here are the symptoms and who is most at risk.
16 Feb 2026 - 3:15PM
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This Singapore-based executive lost 21kg in 9 months and cured his knee pain
Weighing 93kg was a wake-up call for Ben Payet, whose health journey fixed a knee issue that threatened to stop him running for good.
15 Feb 2026 - 11:15AM
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8 hot wellness trends in 2026, from women’s longevity to ‘health raves’
Here are some of the top wellness trends predicted for 2026, including a focus on women’s health, ‘neurowellness’ and reducing over-tracking.
14 Feb 2026 - 4:15PM
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Can drinking tea and coffee reduce dementia risk? Yes, according to a study
A study conducted over 43 years suggests drinking two to three daily coffees, or one to two cups of tea, for a reduced risk of dementia.
13 Feb 2026 - 6:14AM
Coffee and food from Mason Pocket, Hong Kong. A new study shows that moderate tea and coffee intake may lower dementia risk. Photo: Instagram/kwanheiting
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Want to feel happier? Watch Spirited Away or play Zelda, new study says
Studio Ghibli films and games such as The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild can boost calm, purpose and happiness, a new study suggests.
11 Feb 2026 - 3:15PM
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He is 83 and has ‘a bad heart’. Why he spends 5 hours a day exercising
Former oldest American Ninja Warrior competitor Charles Mammay reveals how he stays so fit and strong at 83 and his advice for others.
11 Feb 2026 - 12:13PM
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How much fat you should eat a day and why your brain needs it
Fat is vital, but it must be the right sort. Experts explain why that is, what the best foods to eat are, and how many grams you should eat.
9 Feb 2026 - 4:14PM
A study suggests that high-fat dairy products, such as cheese, may lower dementia risk. Quality fats are crucial for brain health and function. Photo: Shutterstock
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How much coffee to drink a day to get the most health benefits? Experts reveal
Studies show that drinking coffee comes with a range of health benefits. We look at what they are and how much is best to drink.
8 Feb 2026 - 7:15AM
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How people like 70-year-old Chow Yun-fat keep pushing their endurance limits
Chow ran a half-marathon last year, while silver stars like Natalie Grabow, Jeannie Rice and Hiromu Inada are breaking records. Here’s how.
10 Feb 2026 - 10:54AM
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Walking saved him after son’s suicide. Now, his trail walk raises millions
Tony Bruno’s return to walking turned into Hong Kong’s Weez Walk, which raises funds for mental health awareness and suicide prevention.
5 Feb 2026 - 3:20PM
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What is cancer ‘prehab’? How patients are getting a head start in recovery
On World Cancer Day on February 4, we look at how cancer prehabilitation helps patients recover more quickly and better handle treatment.
4 Feb 2026 - 12:46PM
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Breast cancer survivor Christine Cosby explains how she built upper-body strength during prehabilitation before cancer treatment. Prehab empowers cancer patients with exercise, nutrition, and mental support, enhancing recovery and survival rates. Photo: YouTube/AACRNews
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For these Hongkongers, walking isn’t just exercise – it’s therapy
For cancer survivors, walking is one of the most accessible and sustainable forms of rehabilitation we learn on World Cancer Day.
6 Feb 2026 - 10:48AM
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How mono or ‘the kissing disease’ may increase your risk for lupus, arthritis
The Epstein-Barr virus behind mono, which spreads through saliva, sits silently in the body but can reactivate.
3 Feb 2026 - 6:19PM
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2016 trends from Pokemon Go to poke bowls amid viral internet nostalgia
Looking back at 2016 is viral online, but what was hot back then? We look at food, travel, health and pop culture trends from a decade ago.
31 Jan 2026 - 3:15PM
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