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I thought I was a fit 52-year-old man – until I tried Reformer Pilates
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Why sleep issues persist for older adults and how to address them
About half of older adults complain of difficulty getting good rest.
10 habits to keep your brain young
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The three heart conditions that raise your dementia risk – and how to protect against them
Telegraph: Looking after your heart could be the key to keeping your memory sharp.
Why you should talk to your parents about wills and funerals
Putting crucial conversations off does not stop the inevitable from happening.
Opinion: What it’s like to date a man 25 years younger
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I was a fit 60-year-old and broke my hip. Every woman should be aware of the dangers of osteoporosis
Telegraph: A third of people with hip fractures die within a year.
‘Promising’: Ozempic may protect against Alzheimer’s
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Michelle Kasey: The surprising liberation in ageing and menopause
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A 100-year-old’s advice on how to find meaning at all stages of life
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More women are sharing their homes as they grow older
Flatmates later in life offer companionship, security and shared expenses.
‘Use it or lose it’: Experts reveal key to combating cognitive decline
Telegraph: The lifestyle tweaks to slow the cognitive decline that hits at 57, 70 and 78.
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Whether it's crypto or weight loss gummies, celeb-fronted scams are on the rise.
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Ask Sahaj: I want to break up, but I’m scared of ‘being alone in my old age’
Angry partner blames the letter writer for his frequent outbursts.
The centuries-old, incredibly male quest to live forever
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Can oestrogen cream reverse skin ageing?
New York Times: Can oestrogen-infused skincare reverse the signs of menopause?
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Gardening is one of her two tips for a long life.
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15 science-based ways to reduce your risk of dementia
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World’s oldest person dies at 116 in Japan
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