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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.

Snack on this treat if you want to live a healthier life for longer, according to researchers

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Surprising sugars: Popular drinks that exceed a chocolate bar’s sweetness

Surprising sugars: Popular drinks that exceed a chocolate bar’s sweetness

Is opting for a sweet drink over chocolate truly a healthier choice?

The study found that those who only exercised on the weekends experienced a similar reduction in risk for mild dementia as those who exercised more frequently.Image source: Getty

How your weekend exercise routine could reduce your risk of dementia and cognitive decline

How your weekend exercise routine could reduce your risk of dementia and cognitive decline

A recent study has found that those who only exercised on the weekends experienced a similar reduction in risk for mild dementia as those who exercised more frequently.

The game-changing Brief Executive Language Screening (BELS) test was developed by researchers from the University of Queensland (UQ) and can be used by health professionals to assess a patient’s cognitive skills in minutes. Image source: Getty

The game-changing new screening tool that detects missed stroke signs in minutes

The game-changing new screening tool that detects missed stroke signs in minutes

Doctors will soon be able to detect often-missed injuries in stroke survivors, after Australian scientists developed a new assessment tool that will give patients a greater chance of rehabilitation.

Ever wonder why your toothbrush has multi-coloured bristles? Source: Getty Images.

The little known reason behind the multi-coloured bristles on your toothbrush revealed

The little known reason behind the multi-coloured bristles on your toothbrush revealed

A teacher has revealed the important economic reason behind the multi-coloured bristles on your toothbrush and they're not just for show.

IThat is the warning from the Association of Superannuation Funds of Australia (ASFA) who say that one in seven Australian women will pay a superannuation savings penalty as they transition through menopause.
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Advocates warn how the hidden costs of menopause could hurt your retirement plans

Advocates warn how the hidden costs of menopause could hurt your retirement plans

Menopause. Once spoken of in hushed tones, this natural part of aging that is now talked about in the open. But while we understand how menopause can impact your physical and mental health, many will be surprised how much this life transition will cost and why it could leave us financially worse off in retirement.

"This could have significant implications for improving health span in this population, including reducing the risk of falls and accidents." Source: Getty Images.

Could a program designed for athletes help reduce age-related mental and physical decline in older adults?

Could a program designed for athletes help reduce age-related mental and physical decline in older adults?

Researchers from the UK and Spain say a combined mental and physical exercise program could significantly improve brain function and physical performance in older adults, saving them from falls and risks of other accidents in the future.

Researchers say this type of exercise could be a game-changer for older women. Source: Getty Images.

The form of exercise that works best for older women

The form of exercise that works best for older women

Many women aim to lead a long and healthy life, often incorporating regular exercise into their health plans. But with so many options available, how do you choose the best plan for you? Now, scientists in Europe are highlighting one high-impact exercise activity that they say is essential for older women.

The shocking truth behind Australia’s handwashing habits. Source: Getty Images.

The disgusting habit that almost one in five Australians are guilty of

The disgusting habit that almost one in five Australians are guilty of

Cleanliness is next to godliness and many of us pride ourselves on our hygiene habits, but a new report says we are not as clean as we think and it could impact those closest to us.

“Relationships provide an ideal source of support, especially when those are high-quality relationships." Source: Getty Images.

How your other half can help lift your mood and save you from stress as you age

How your other half can help lift your mood and save you from stress as you age

Being in a relationship can help us deal with the many hurdles life throws at us and now new research has found that a supportive partner can also protect our physiological health, especially as we age.

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