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The latest health updates and new discoveries that affect older Australians — from COVID-19 and chronic conditions to the simple preventative steps that can help you live life to the full.

Advocates warn urgent action needed ahead of the federal election as dementia cases set to skyrocket

Untreated dental issues can cause hospitalisation but many can't afford dental care. Source: Getty Images.

Advocates blast government as ‘needless’ dental issues force older Australians into hospital

Advocates blast government as ‘needless’ dental issues force older Australians into hospital

Advocacy groups are calling on the Federal Government to urgently fund a dental scheme as thousands of older Australians are being admitted to hospital for dental issues that could be fixed by affordable dental care.

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Unlocking new skills in your 60s

Unlocking new skills in your 60s

The idea that learning new skills becomes difficult with age is a common misconception. While it’s true that the brain changes over time, the ability to learn, adapt, and grow never truly stops.

The federal government's contribution to public hospitals will be increased by 12 per cent. Source: Mick Tsikas/AAP PHOTOS.

Stretched hospitals get $1 billion in ‘landmark’ deal

Stretched hospitals get $1 billion in ‘landmark’ deal

In a bid to bolster an under-pressure health system, the federal government has committed $1.7 billion in extra funding for public hospitals and services.

Good news for egg lovers! Regular egg consumption may reduce the risk of cardiovascular-related death in healthy older adults. Source: Getty Images.

Could regular egg consumption reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease-related death in older adults?

Could regular egg consumption reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease-related death in older adults?

Although eggs have long been linked to concerns about heart health and cardiovascular disease, recent research has shown that regular egg consumption may actually reduce the risk of cardiovascular-related death in healthy older adults.

Research suggests that increasing physical fitness will improve language skills in older adults, if they are monolingual Image source: Getty Images.

Want to improve your language and memory skills? Start exercising says latest study

Want to improve your language and memory skills? Start exercising says latest study

New research suggests that increasing physical fitness will improve language comprehension in older adults, but only if they are monolingual, that is they only speak one language.

Scientists found that older Japanese people who drank this liquid had fewer white matter lesions in their brains. Source: Getty Images.

Drinking this one beverage could protect you against brain decline and dementia

Drinking this one beverage could protect you against brain decline and dementia

Could your daily cup of green tea help prevent dementia? New research suggests it might.

drinking the right amount, at the right time could "significantly" lower your risk of early death, according to a new study. Source: Lucas Coch/ AAP PHOTOS.

When is the best time to drink coffee for ‘significant’ health benefits?

When is the best time to drink coffee for ‘significant’ health benefits?

While drinking too much coffee can have negative side effects from its high caffeine content, drinking the right amount, specifically at the right time could "significantly" lower your risk of an early death, according to a new study.

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Health risks and top tips for losing midlife weight

Health risks and top tips for losing midlife weight

Learn the best ways to shed excess weight as you age. Learn about diet, exercise, and hormonal changes that contribute to midlife weight gain.

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The life-changing conversation everybody over 60 needs to have

The life-changing conversation everybody over 60 needs to have

The choices you make today could profoundly impact your future — and that of your loved ones.

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