Tick bites are on the rise in the US and UK. Here’s how to protect yourself

Experts share tips to avoid the blood-sucking pests that can transmit Lyme disease and other illnesses on to humans

Australia has embraced sauna culture. It’s time to do it naked

With new saunas popping up apace, getting our gear off should be normalised. Sweating into towels feels more hygienic than a mandatory swimsuit

The one change that worked: I tried the ‘no poo’ method – and it transformed my hair

When I gave up washing my hair, the first two weeks were the worst. But I was determined to follow my barber’s advice ...

A Canterbury trail: my pilgrimage from the cathedral to the white cliffs of Dover

After exploring the cathedral city, I battled the heatwave while walking to the Kent coast on the Via Francigena

The truth about migraines: what causes them – and how to find relief

Over the last decade, the understanding of these devastating headaches has grown enormously, as has the understanding of what can be done to treat them

Too hot or smoky to go out? These seven screen-free activities will help you survive summer indoors

Don’t let wildfires and blistering temperatures ruin your fun. Our favorite screen-free activities keep you laughing, relaxing and even working out indoors

Eye masks, cherry gel and an afternoon kiwi: Ezri Konsa, Katarina Johnson-Thompson and other top sports stars on how to get a good night’s sleep

The England defender wears a tracker, the heptathlete is experimenting with kiwi fruits – and world champion swimmer Adam Peaty swears by hours and hours of history videos …

The best UK walking sandals for women: 10 comfy and supportive styles for summer

Our writer trekked more than 50 miles to find stylish pairs that can go the distance, whether you’re hiking, sightseeing or commuting

Do natural deodorants actually work? I put 18 to the test – here are my favourites

Our writer braved smelly pits to see which deodorants, from aluminium-free sticks and creams to long-lasting balms and roll-ons, pass the sniff test

The best eye masks in the UK to help you sleep all summer – tested in a heatwave

From blackout masks that block 5am sunshine to silk Bluetooth masks that feel cool on your skin, these eye masks could genuinely improve your sleep