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With a healthy diet many over 60s are able to maintain a good quality of life and ensure optimal health. Source: Getty Images.

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Healthy ageing: The importance of nutrition for over 60s

Maintaining a healthy diet is an important pillar of health for over 60s as it plays a crucial role in maintaining and even improving overall health and well-being.

Written byMatthew Hart

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AI technology paves the way for early detection of health issues in seniors

AI technology paves the way for early detection of health issues in seniors

Researchers have developed a system that utilises artificial intelligence to provide early detection of potential health issues in older adults.

Written byMatthew Hart

The new system is particularly important as healthcare systems struggle to cope with the increasing demands of a growing elderly population. Source: Getty Images.

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Is your smartwatch about to get smarter? Study explores epilepsy predictions in smartwatches

Is your smartwatch about to get smarter? Study explores epilepsy predictions in smartwatches

A study will investigate if smartwatches can predict seizures by analysing stress responses in people with epilepsy.

Written byMatthew Hart

A study will investigate if smartwatches can predict seizures by analysing stress responses in people with epilepsy. Source: Getty Images.

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How over 60s can stay fit and healthy while on the road

How over 60s can stay fit and healthy while on the road

Maintaining a healthy lifestyle is crucial for over 60s, but it becomes somewhat of a challenge when hitting the road for an extended period.

Written byMatthew Hart

Maintaining a healthy lifestyle is crucial for over 60s, but it becomes somewhat of a challenge when hitting the road for an extended period.Source: Getty Images.

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The cognitive benefits of being a senior social butterfly

The cognitive benefits of being a senior social butterfly

From having a catch-up over coffee with friends or attending group activities, here's how socialising can help reduce cognitive decline.

Written byYsabelle Alesna

A simple catch up with friends or joining a group class offers a number of benefits for your cognitive health. Source: Getty

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Debunking outdated ‘truths’ about hearing aids

Debunking outdated ‘truths’ about hearing aids

While hearing aids provide numerous advantages, many still believe the myths about these devices. It’s time to disprove some of these misconceptions.

Written byYsabelle Alesna

Starts at 60 breaks the negative misconceptions of hearing aids. Source: Getty

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New research finds brain training can reduce falls risk among seniors

New research finds brain training can reduce falls risk among seniors

A decade-long study has discovered that participating in moderate cognitive training reduces falls and incidence in older adults.

Written byMatthew Hart

A decade-long study has discovered that participating in moderate cognitive training reduces falls and incidence in older adults. Source: Getty Images.

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Unlock the secret to a blissful night’s sleep

Unlock the secret to a blissful night’s sleep

Drift off with ease and reap the benefits of good quality sleep with these natural remedies and methods recommended by sleep experts.

Written byMatthew Hart

Lack of sleep can have serious consequences on our mental and physical health. Source: Getty Images.

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Connecting the Dots: Hearing loss, cognitive decline, and dementia

Connecting the Dots: Hearing loss, cognitive decline, and dementia

If left untreated, hearing loss can lead to a raft of issues affecting your quality of life, including an increased risk of cognitive decline and dementia.

Written byElissa Napier

Aside from not being able to hear well as you used to, hearing loss can have a multitude of effects on your life. Source: Getty

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Understanding the hidden risks associated with untreated hearing loss

Understanding the hidden risks associated with untreated hearing loss

What a lot of people don’t realise is that there is an important link between healthy ageing and the ability to hear well.

Written byCochlear

Understanding the hidden risks associated with untreated hearing loss

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