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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.

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Find out why it might be time to let go of your old favourite pillow and how you can protect your health without compromising comfort. Source: Getty Images.
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The health hazards that could be lurking in your favourite pillow

The health hazards that could be lurking in your favourite pillow

Your cozy, well worn pillow might feel like home, but it could be harbouring an army of germs.
“These findings support the importance of exercise, particularly for the elderly.” Source: Getty Images.
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How exercise could ‘combat ageing of the brain’ and help slow cognitive decline

How exercise could ‘combat ageing of the brain’ and help slow cognitive decline

For years, we've been extolled the virtues of exercise for our health and well-being and now researchers have discovered that physical activity could help prevent or slow cognitive decline as we age.
Hygiene alert! The troubling reason why you shouldn't go to bed with wet hair. Source: Getty Images.
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Why you should avoid sleeping with wet hair

Why you should avoid sleeping with wet hair

A hygiene expert reveals why we really shouldn't be going to bed with wet hair.
Researchers revealed that "through a relatively easy lifestyle change, people can markedly improve their stress and anxiety levels". Source: Getty Images.
Diet and nutrition

Revealed: The diet that can help over 60s feel less stressed

Revealed: The diet that can help over 60s feel less stressed

There is no shortage of things that cause stress nowadays, whether it's the rising cost of living or concerns about how the grandkids are doing, there is always something weighing on our minds.
The study found that people who received the Shingrix vaccine had a 17 per cent reduced risk of being diagnosed with dementia compared with people who received the Zostavax vaccine. Source: Getty Images.
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New vaccine shows potential to reduce dementia risk

New vaccine shows potential to reduce dementia risk

A new vaccine used to fight a common infection in older people may reduce your risk of developing dementia, according to a recent UK study.
“The blood test can determine with 90% accuracy whether a person experiencing memory loss is suffering from Alzheimer’s." Source: Getty Images.
Alzheimers

The groundbreaking new blood test making Alzheimer’s diagnosis simpler

The groundbreaking new blood test making Alzheimer’s diagnosis simpler

Detecting Alzheimer's disease has become significantly easier with a groundbreaking blood test that now boasts 90 per cent accuracy in diagnosing the condition.
New research reveals that loneliness could accelerate memory loss in your later years. Source: Getty Images.
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Researchers identify social factor that may increase memory loss in older adults

Researchers identify social factor that may increase memory loss in older adults

Researchers have discovered a great reason to stay socially engaged in your later years, finding that loneliness can increase the risk of developing age-related memory loss.
Recent findings revealed that irregular sleep durations were linked to a higher risk of diabetes. Those with the most irregular sleep patterns had a 34 per cent higher risk of developing diabetes compared to their counterparts. Source: Getty Images.
Healthy sleeping

Why a poor night’s sleep could increase your risk of developing diabetes

Why a poor night’s sleep could increase your risk of developing diabetes

Getting a proper night's sleep can boost memory, mood, energy, and heart health. Now recent research has found older adults who aren't getting a good night's sleep may face a higher risk of diabetes.
A new program aims to help older adults make healthier choices and reduce their risk of developing dementia. Source: Getty Images.
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How simple changes could help reduce your risk of developing dementia

How simple changes could help reduce your risk of developing dementia

Researchers from the University of South Australia (UniSA) aim to help older adults make better choices and reduce their risk of developing dementia.