Animal welfare groups in Singapore are starting to use pet therapy to help the elderly and disabled alleviate loneliness through the comfort and companionship of a pet. Animal-assisted therapy is used in a psychiatric context to help improve social, emotional or cognitive functioning.

Why are people turning away from biometrics and towards holistic self-care? How can brands use behavioural nudges to promote healthy habits? What role can communities have in achieving one’s fitness goals? And how will the rejection of age-old taboos boost personal wellbeing?

A great frustration for many Australians is the lack of options surrounding the healthcare they receive, and this is prompting many to ask private providers to do more. That's why Private Patient Connect is helping Aussies shop about for specialist healthcare services.

From travel card applications to apartment rentals, France is a country run on paper. But health insurance start-up Alan is ripping up the rule book and streamlining the process online. Besides offering a more user-friendly approach, how is it challenging the established industry?