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Scientists raise alarm over the bad habit that could increase the risk of Alzheimer’s
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Forget the drops, laugh your way to relief from dry eyes. Source: Getty Images.
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How a good laugh could help ease the irritation of dry eyes

How a good laugh could help ease the irritation of dry eyes

Laughter has long been touted as the best medicine, and now a recent study gives this old adage even more weight, finding that laughter therapy may be just as effective as drops for treating dry eyes.
Matcha green tea powder is known for its beneficial effects on mood and brain function, and this is caused by the higher levels of theanine and caffeine which it a distinctive bright green colour.Source: Getty Images.
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The beverage that could be the key to maintaining brain health in older age

The beverage that could be the key to maintaining brain health in older age

Tea has long been known for its health benefits but now scientists think that a particular Japanese tea could offer benefits to older people facing the early stages of cognitive decline.
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Could your local pharmacy soon be the first stop for treatment of minor health issues?

Could your local pharmacy soon be the first stop for treatment of minor health issues?

In an effort to address the shortage of GPs in New South Wales, pharmacists may soon offer treatment for minor health conditions.
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.