From Finland’s traditional style and Turkey’s hammams to Japan’s onsens and modern infrared treatments, enjoying extreme heat endures – but is there anything to be afraid of?

Research shows there are benefits to daily bathing including softer skin and stress reduction – but the average bath uses significantly more water than a shower, so will it really help you sleep at night?

Ministry of Health study highlights severe lack of sleep among Japanese, raising alarms over potential societal impacts.

The new rule would reduce exposure to “forever chemicals” in the water supply of 100 million people, preventing thousands of deaths and tens of thousands of serious illnesses, the Environmental Protection Agency said.

Depending on whether you have fine or thick hair, straight locks or curls, a range of techniques and pitfalls could determine your hair quality – here is Style’s hair drying 101

Your pores need to expand to allow sweat to escape, but if you’re wearing foundation they can’t, researchers show. Your skin can’t maintain the right level of oils either.

The machine is able to scan images with 10 times more precision than MRIs commonly used in hospitals, and is hoped will shed more light on our mysterious minds – and the illnesses that haunt them.

Short chains of amino acids – the building blocks of proteins – peptides work at the cellular level to boost collagen production, enhance moisture retention and reduce inflammation

West Wing actor Rob Lowe just celebrated his 60th birthday – but you wouldn’t know it – so just how does the actor still look so young?

Readers make the case for more women in leadership roles in the healthcare sector, and discuss the elevated suicide rate in Hong Kong.

A study has questioned the long-term effects of time-restricted eating plans. But experts say more research is needed.

Strength and stamina is a must for Eras Tour powerhouse Taylor Swift, who frequents the same gym as several other stars – it’s called Dogpound, and here’s what you need to know

Given declining birth rates, diaper maker Oji Nepia is shifting its focus from infant products to those for the country’s rapidly growing elderly population

Readers discuss plans to upgrade the government’s eHealth system, and the fine line between an independent review and advertising.

More than 18,000 people with dementia were reported missing in Japan last year. AI-driven motion sensing technology that can detect foot-dragging and shorter steps is being trialled to help locate them.

A small handful of hospitals have been frequented by the royals for decades, not least because they offer a degree of privacy that others might not – which is now more important than ever

Readers discuss the effectiveness of raising the tobacco tax in lowering the smoking rate, and a factor affecting the birth rate in Hong Kong.

Regular exercise can keep older people healthy longer, but they need role models, help to get started.

Just 21 per cent of Japanese say they expect to be happy when they reach 100, according to a survey of six countries.

Leveraging a protein already native to our body, they smooth frizz and strengthen hair simultaneously – but formaldehyde in some products can cause eye and skin irritation

The safety of intermittent fasting, a popular strategy to lose weight by limiting food intake to certain times, was called into question by a surprise finding from new research.

Hair loss affects millions worldwide and impacts one’s self-esteem – when it comes to treatment, non-invasive technologies are gaining traction over medication or surgery

Omega-3 fatty acids and sleep does wonders for the skin, while sun, pollutants and chlorine should be avoided – read on for more expert advice