Topic: Health

Afghan women medical students on their new lives in Scotland

One year ago, a group of 19 student doctors arrived in Edinburgh from Kabul. Here, they talk about their experiences and hopes for the future

Mariam Amini
Black Muslim woman’s death caused by missed pregnancy complication, inquest told

An inquest heard that Ayaan Ali Waeys, 35, should have been admitted to hospital with pre-eclampsia. Her family believe discrimination played a part

Anita Mureithi
Support services for Muslims in the UK

Here’s a list of faith-sensitive helplines and community resources to reach out to in times of need

Anita Mureithi

Still me, but much worse: what I learned from my time with a brick phone

I pictured myself gliding through life like a manic pixie dream girl. No Instagram, no WhatsApp groups. Alas, a new me did not emerge
7 tasty and healthy ideas for a halal lunchbox

Author of My Persian Kitchen Atoosa Sepehr and food content creator Safwaan Al-Khayr share nutritious, cost-effective recipes to take to school
Some blood pressure drugs may be more effective for certain ethnic groups — study

Researchers at King’s College London hope the findings lead to better personalised care
For our children to thrive, Britain must change its anti-play culture

There aren’t enough playgrounds for children in Britain, even though access to play has a fundamental influence on their development
How much does it cost to work out?

Hyphen spoke to six Muslims about their exercise habits and the price they pay to stay fit.
‘Honour’ violence could be defined in law for first time

Home Office announcement pre-empts plans backed by 35 rights and research organisations to introduce own definition of ‘honour’ violence