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Life expectancy is increasing at a slower rate this century
A new scientific paper states human life expectancy is increasing at a slower rate than it did in the 20th century after a study of 10 wealthy countries. During the 20th century, improvements in public health and medicine resulted in “radical life extension”. With each…
Celebrate the unsung heroes: National Carers Week
About three million Australians provide care to a family member or friend and there are events to recognise, celebrate and raise awareness of carers throughout Australia from 13 to 19 October. Like most carers, Aruna Perera, 68, doesn’t have the time or inclination to put…
ABC’s 7.30 retirement rip-offs broadcasts miss the point of retirement living
The decision to move into a retirement village is not like a traditional property investment, a point missed in the 7.30’s program’s recent coverage of the sector. The program’s attack on the retirement village model has focused on the sector’s Deferred Management Fee (DMF), where…
The sense of community is essential for well-being: it’s of paramount importance in retirement living and land lease communities
Moving into retirement living, be it a village or lifestyle community, invites a sense of community. Not everyone wants to be part of a community, but creating a sense of community for yourself as you age has many benefits: It meets social needs, It meets…
The six foods that dieticians say everyone should eat for a healthy brain
Here are six foods that everyone should eat daily if possible, according to dietitians, who explain why. Walnuts The brain’s ability to process glucose changes before symptoms like memory loss show up, said Maggie Moon, MS, RD, author of The MIND Diet: 2nd Edition. “When…
WA Seniors Card holders latest to get United’s four cents a litre fuel discount
Under a major discount partnership with United Petroleum, WA Seniors Card holders can register online for the United app or plastic United fuel discount card to save four cents a litre off the price of fuel at United service stations across Australia. It is estimated…