The tools needed to achieve a comfortable retirement
Even if most people are thinking of retirement, almost half of them either have no plans, or no formalised plan, in place for their retirement. Of course, retirement means different things to everyone. It may be a definite point in time when you stop work,…
Losing your hearing? You might not even know
The first results of a major study into hearing loss in Australia are in – and if you are over 50, you should probably book a test. Nearly half the people screened in the first rounds of the Australian Eye and Ear Health Survey (AEEHS)…
It’s official: Socialising helps older people live longer
One of the great advantages about moving into a retirement village is the ability to socialise. It is a sad fact of life that as people age they lose outlets to socialise: they leave the workplace, their children move out of home and friends suffer…
Assisted yoga is in at retirement villages and there’s good reasons why
You would be hard-pressed not to find yoga being offered in most retirement villages and residential aged care homes. It has taken off and the benefits are plentiful. It: Loosens and stretches painful muscles, Reduces chronic pain, Decreases stress, Improves circulation, Reduces stress, Helps lower…
Six things you can do to keep your memory sharp
It’s natural to worry about losing your memory as you grow older – but just because it’s not uncommon, that doesn’t mean it’s inevitable. A study from the National Centre for Neurological Disorders in Beijing, published in the BMJ, has found a combination of lifestyle…
Infectious diseases like COVID-19 are still on Aussies’ minds in 2023
Prepare to be shocked – after three years of COVID-19, Australians, especially older Australians, still rate infectious diseases highly among their health priorities. A survey by Pfizer of 1075 Australians has found that 44% considered infectious disease prevention a personal health priority, just under taking…
Even a little exercise can help your health in a big way
Want to exercise more, but can’t commit to long sessions? Good news – a study has shown that even short, intense workouts can substantially reduce the risk of premature death. The research from University of Sydney and UCL recruited more than 25,000 participants with an…
Ageing in place: how to safely stay in your home as you get older
Maybe you want to stay in the family home, or maybe you’ve fallen in love with the retirement village or land lease home that you’ve downsized to. Either way, you’ve decided you won’t go into residential care when you get older: you’re going to age…
Reach out to your older friends over the holidays
If you have older friends or relatives who live alone, the holiday season might be tough for them, especially those who have experienced loss. Older Australians are increasingly likely to live by themselves, and research shows that at least 13% of people aged over 65…
How do I find the right GP for me?
If you have a regular GP, you’ll likely want to stay with them as long as possible – but that may not be on the cards. Especially as you get older, you might find that your current GP can’t meet your needs, or they retire,…