Self-harm: the cause, the facts, the support
The number of young people who are being admitted to hospital for cutting themselves as a result of self-harm has risen by 50%. Candi Hindocha looks into the issue.
Eating disorders can’t be ignored
Living with an eating disorder is a debilitating problem that affects huge numbers of the population. Candi Hindocha talks to Lincoln students about their experience.
Would you risk a tan?
A tan for the summer may seem appealing, but the search for the perfect sun-kissed skin could be at a massive cost to your health.
Should STI testing be compulsory?
Students talking to The Linc welcome a proposal to force people to take STI tests, though there are still some that think the measure is a bit drastic.
University promotes healthy lifestyle
Healthy living week comes to the University of Lincoln from the 1st to 7th March to encourage both students and staff to discover new healthy lifestyles.
Mephedrone: UK’s favorite new drug
Mephedrone is a new legal high beginning to cross clubs all over the UK. Candi Hindocha looks into the new drug, and the dangers behind taking it.
OCD Week to raise much needed awareness
OCD week, which ran from the 6th-13th of February, aimed to raise awareness of this misunderstood condition, often socially stigmatised.
Smokers left out in the cold
There's a mixed response as banning smokers from the entrances of buildings could take the smoking ban one step further. Candi Hindocha looks at both sides of the argument.
More anger at modern morning-after pill
A new study outlining the capability of new morning-after pill, branded by some as the "abortion pill", has sparked fears of it leading to a more casual attitude towards sex.
Elective egg freezing extends fertility
Stephanie Bolton takes a look at the new trend emerging among women who are freezing their eggs so they can delay having children.