Going for walks alone helps reduce loneliness New Norwegian research shows that spending time in nature makes your life better.
Researcher: You don't have to be sore to get results from exercise "If you become so sore that you have trouble walking down stairs, that's a sign you did much more than you could handle," says researcher.
This is how you catch a cold Infection spreads through tiny airborne particles in poorly ventilated rooms. Hand hygiene is likely less important.
Why the magic mushroom anti-ageing claims are overblown Can the drug psilocybin in magic mushrooms really help us live longer?
Why are antidepressants so stigmatised? People taking antidepressants express a desire to ‘kick the habit’ and worry about being judged if they were to tell people they use them. Why is this so?
Does flour expire? There's a big difference between wholemeal and refined flour. Researchers share their best tips to help you avoid unpleasant surprises.
Do pregnant women get cavities more easily? ASK A RESEARCHER: Life changes can take a toll on your teeth, says researcher Ingvild Brusevold.
Many nail polishes contain dangerous chemicals. A new law has now been introduced "Many people probably don't know what they have at home in their cupboards," says public health nurse.
Victorian sleep hacks: An electric bath, some champagne and a chicken salad before bed Then and now, sleep was a source of constant debate. Here’s a brief history on how they went about their sleep.
A Sweet Breakthrough in Prostate Cancer Screening Early results show promise for a new test that targets sugar patterns in prostate tissue.
Do you plan to exercise more in 2026? Don't fall into this common trap A researcher says we can all improve in one area.
This Norwegian invention could be used in the fight against resistant bacteria “It would surprise me if this test doesn’t end up being used,” a doctor says.
Optimism reduced inflammation in people's bodies. Here are the researcher’s tips for thinking more positively “This isn’t new knowledge. But perhaps it should be used in the doctor's office,” says researcher.
Resistant gonorrhoea has increased without new medications being introduced. "Suddenly two come along," says senior physician "It's a bit like waiting for buses. You wait and wait and wait, and then suddenly two come along. That's exciting."
Jeanette became anxious and isolated. New research shows how the covid quarantine affected our mental health Jeanette Grindbakken, 32, felt it physically. She went from being social and benefitting from her treatment to becoming isolated and increasingly unwell.
Young people prefer AI when they have questions about mental health Young people are using AI therapists. But extensive use may come with a cost, a researcher believes.
2025 brought hope and new insights: Vaccines, ultra-processed foods, and a comet The past year contained highlights and revealed new pitfalls.
Ultra-processed foods: "Someone must dare to do what was done with the smoking ban" The food industry is free to create unhealthy products we struggle to stop eating. The burden is left on us to control ourselves. Can this really go on?
Ultra-processed foods: Have we forgotten the biggest problem? Amid the debate over whole-grain bread and tinned fish, researchers say something crucial is being overlooked: We now have a food system that is designed to make us overeat unhealthy food.
Is it actually dangerous to give children multivitamins? Parents risk poisoning their children with multivitamins, says a Danish professor. No, they don't – but make sure the children don't get too much, says a Norwegian researcher.
Does the stomach flu usually start at night? ASK A RESEARCHER: It may feel that way, but does illness really tend to begin during the night?
The EU bans PFAS in children's toys. When will toys become safe? Toys will become much safer in a few years, says researcher.
A researcher tried to go a day without using defence mechanisms. He lasted one hour Here are 5 defence mechanisms you might recognise.
Is cod liver oil healthy even though it contains environmental toxins? Norwegians ingest too many environmental pollutants. But the Norwegian Directorate of Health still recommends that people take cod liver oil. A senior physician believes they should take a purified vitamin supplement instead.
New findings on weight-loss drugs and Alzheimer’s Norwegian patients and researchers at Akershus University Hospital and Oslo University Hospital have taken part in two large international studies that will likely disappoint many.
Why do people leave Norway? Dissatisfaction with the health care system is one reason Immigrants do not think health care services are good enough.
Why the WHO failed when the world needed it most OPINION: Our new study reveals how politics, money, and broken trust turned the pandemic response into a global blame game.
What should you cut your food on? Here's how wood, plastic, titanium, glass, and silicone compare ASK A RESEARCHER: Plastic cutting boards should be replaced regularly, says researcher.
Became pregnant after 19 years with help from artificial intelligence After 19 years of trying, a couple in the US is expecting their first child thanks to AI. Norway is also developing AI systems to help those struggling to conceive.
Thousands of chemicals in plastic: "Why do we continue with this outrageous use?" The plastic products we use every day contain thousands of chemical substances, many of which can leak into the environment. Some are harmful. Many haven’t even been studied. Why is this the case?
Are you very picky? Then you might have an eating disorder ASK A RESEARCHER: For picky eaters, social gatherings can be uncomfortable. Sometimes staying home feels easier.
How can we explain the rising rate of preschool children diagnosed with autism? OPINION: While there is no dispute that there has been a rise in the rate of preschool children diagnosed with ASD, the explanations vary.
Obesity has little to do with inactivity, according to researchers A new study concludes that what we eat plays a far greater role.
Are we dealing with a genuine increase in autism among pre-school children? OPINION: The most recent report on prevalence of autism in the USA underscores the increased demand and ongoing need for enhanced planning to provide equitable diagnostic, treatment, and support services for all children with ASD.
Researchers want to find out if viruses are behind diseases in the brain If viruses play a role in some of our most feared diseases, it could change our entire understanding of them, according to researchers.
Study: Paedophiles avoid seeking help due to fear of being exposed Treatment may help prevent child abuse. A new study suggests improved treatment for people with sexual interest in children.
Norwegian study on self-harm: "Concerning numbers" Researchers describe the findings as both unique and alarming.
These strange bubbles may help cure diseases Tiny blisters seep out of nearly every cell in the body. Research suggests they are important for a number of diseases, such as cancer and autoimmune disorders.
How can it be normal to sleep anywhere from six to ten hours? You're completely normal if you only sleep around six hours a night. But it's also normal to sleep almost 70 per cent more.
Should pregnant women avoid paracetamol? This is what the research says Donald Trump warns pregnant women, saying the substance may be linked to a greatly increased risk of autism in children. Research, however, tells a very different story.
World record: Held his breath for nearly 30 minutes "It felt almost like being poisoned," says the record holder.
Five years after the pandemic: Researchers are surprised by the coronavirus' development Many once predicted that the virus would fade into a harmless seasonal cold – but that has not happened. Covid-19 continues to spread all year round.
Abortion: "Men go through a process that's not so different from the women's" What's it like for the man when the woman considers abortion? Hege Follestad has gained insight into men’s fear and uncertainty in her research.
Sondre Bogen-Straume has autism. He believes schools need to change "If you have negative experiences in school, the likelihood of facing difficulties later in life is much higher,” says Bogen-Straume.
Autism rates are rising. Researchers say it cannot solely be explained by more people being diagnosed There may be a genuine increase in autism among preschool children, says researcher Einar Aasen Tryti.
This increases the risk of dementia. "We see a clear connection" But a new study shows something can be done about it.
Is Long Covid 'all in the mind'? OPINION: Knowledge about how symptoms arise and are maintained should have more space in medical education.
Doctors who earn the most also prescribe the most antibiotics "Writing a prescription takes seconds, but discussing antibiotic use takes much longer," says GP Kaveh Rashidi.
Researcher: "Men's health has been overlooked for far too long" A researcher proposes that an entire generation of young men should be invited to see their doctor at age 20, and perhaps again at 40. "We need to get men to seek healthcare in a more sensible way," says Øyvind Næss.
War spreads antibiotic resistance. "At some point, we will lose control" Doctors and researchers say Ukrainian patients in Norwegian hospitals have served as a stark reminder of just how serious the situation is.
Do therapy dogs at airports help calm anxious travellers? Several public places are testing animals as a measure against anxiety and stress. But what does the research say?
What's the best way to store eggs? ASK A RESEARCHER: Eggs last much longer than you think – if stored correctly.
Norwegian patients are the first in the world to test MDMA against depression Most of the patients improved significantly. But why?
New Barbie doll with diabetes: "It could help a lot of people" A researcher believes the doll may make it easier to talk openly about diabetes.
This is what happens to your body during a heatwave Europe is experiencing heatwaves more frequently. What happens to the body when it gets that hot?
Why do you get so hungry after swimming? Water has very special properties. But that's just one of the explanations.
How does divorce affect adult children? 'Silver splitters' is the term used when older couples divorce. Researchers have now examined how this affects their adult children.
Five-year-olds in school have a higher risk of ADHD The entry system in Norway favours the oldest schoolchildren, according to one researcher. Is flexible school start the answer?
