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From symptoms to treatment: Everything you need to know about age-related hearing loss
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Hearing health

Busting five common myths about tinnitus

Busting five common myths about tinnitus

Understanding this chronic condition is the first step to dealing with it better.
Could your diet help reduce the risk of tinnitus? New research suggests a possible link—but the jury’s still out. Source: Getty Images.
Hearing health

Could what you eat lower your risk of tinnitus?

Could what you eat lower your risk of tinnitus?

Could your diet help reduce the risk of tinnitus? New research suggests a possible link—but the jury’s still out.
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Skin and hair health

How to prevent and treat skin tears

How to prevent and treat skin tears

Skin tears become more common as skin loses elasticity with age. Learn how to prevent them, treat them quickly, and promote faster healing.
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Foot health

Put your best foot forward: How to manage and treat bunions as you age

Put your best foot forward: How to manage and treat bunions as you age

Bunions don’t have to slow you down. Learn how to manage and prevent them with these expert tips.
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Eye health

Good news for Australians living with Glaucoma

Good news for Australians living with Glaucoma

“I could manage my treatment, but I didn’t know how to manage my life...”
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Skin and hair health

6 ways to calm and heal your sunburnt skin

6 ways to calm and heal your sunburnt skin

While wearing sunscreen is a great way to prevent sunburn, sometimes, despite your best efforts to stay sun safe during summer, you might still end up with a burn.
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Foot health

Five easy ways to help alleviate pain from bunions without surgery

Five easy ways to help alleviate pain from bunions without surgery

These home remedies can help soothe those angry red sores ahead of medical intervention.
DEAL ALERT: Save on powerful skincare for sun-damaged mature skin
Skin and hair health

DEAL ALERT: Save on powerful skincare for sun-damaged mature skin

DEAL ALERT: Save on powerful skincare for sun-damaged mature skin

Designed especially for the harsh Aussie climate, this local range is ideal for women looking to avoid sun spots.
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Eye health

Eye tests can detect early warning signs of other health conditions, experts say

Eye tests can detect early warning signs of other health conditions, experts say

It’s vital to discuss signs or symptoms in the eye with a professional as these could point to more serious health issues.

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Nearly 2 in 3 adults over 60 experience hearing decline—why are so many waiting to seek help? Source: Getty Images.
Hearing health

Why so many older adults are delaying treatment for hearing loss

Why so many older adults are delaying treatment for hearing loss

Hearing loss is common—but it doesn’t have to go untreated. Learn why early action is key.
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Hearing health

Can earwax build up cause hearing loss? Scientists say yes, and that’s not all

Can earwax build up cause hearing loss? Scientists say yes, and that’s not all

Ear wax can cause a range of issues not limited to just hearing loss — and older adults are at greater risk of ear wax build-up issues.
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Skin and hair health

Boost your hair’s thickness naturally with these simple tips

Boost your hair’s thickness naturally with these simple tips

It may sound too good to be true but if you're struggling with thinning hair, these all natural remedies could help thicken your hair.
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Foot health

Cold or swollen feet? Here’s why you shouldn’t ignore your foot health

Cold or swollen feet? Here’s why you shouldn’t ignore your foot health

From morning pain to cold toes, discover the common foot issues you might be overlooking and learn how to care for your feet to keep them healthy and happy.
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Heart health

The vital link between heart health and ageing well

The vital link between heart health and ageing well

As part of Heart Research Australia’s REDFEB initiative, the month dedicated to raising awareness about heart disease, millions of Australians are being reminded that maintaining a healthy heart is essential not just for your heart but also for your brain.
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