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Health in your 60s & beyond

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.

Common foods that can increase your ‘bad’ cholesterol
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Back pain

Six things you should avoid if you have back pain

Six things you should avoid if you have back pain

Staying active, among other vital lifestyle choices, is an important part of treating back pain.
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Anti-ageing

Treat yourself to glowing, youthful skin this Christmas with this groundbreaking solution — at a time-limited 25% off!

Treat yourself to glowing, youthful skin this Christmas with this groundbreaking solution — at a time-limited 25% off!

If you’re serious about anti-ageing (but don’t have time for a complicated skincare routine), this high-performing super-serum will get you 30 active ingredients in one easy dose.
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Healthy sleeping

Is sleep leaving you tired and drained? Here’s an easy (and cost effective) way to get a better night’s rest.

Is sleep leaving you tired and drained? Here’s an easy (and cost effective) way to get a better night’s rest.

Sleep apnea affects many older Australians — but managing it isn’t as difficult or expensive as you might think.

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Taking control of your health: the easy steps to living younger longer

While ageing is inevitable, healthy ageing is the difference between simply ‘getting older’ and ‘ageing well’ – all it takes is a bit of work. Get practical tips of things you can do every day for a healthier, happier version of you.

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Help! I’m 69 and love my husband dearly, but I can never climax. Why is there no pills to help women?
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Help! I’ve developed feelings for a friend whose wife is in care
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Help! I’ve developed feelings for a friend whose wife is in care

Help! I’ve developed feelings for a friend whose wife is in care

Relationship expert Polly offers her advice on falling for a friend with a partner in care.
Help! How do I get more moisture down there?
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Help! How do I get more moisture down there?

Help! How do I get more moisture down there?

Relationship expert Polly suggests various approaches, including natural supplements and moisturisers, to combat vaginal dryness post-menopause and enhance sexual comfort and pleasure.
Help! Is my 70-year-old husband’s high sex drive normal?
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Help! Is my 70-year-old husband’s high sex drive normal?

Help! Is my 70-year-old husband’s high sex drive normal?

Relationship expert Polly provides guidance on managing differing sex drives in a relationship, fostering open communication, empathy, and emotional connection for a more fulfilling and intimate bond.
Help! How do I start a new intimate relationship with someone?
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Help! How do I start a new intimate relationship with someone?

Help! How do I start a new intimate relationship with someone?

Relationship expert Polly gives tips for those starting a new sexual relationship and advises them to communicate openly about their desires and pleasures to create a more fulfilling experience.

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Health ExpertKusal GoonewardenaThe Active Living Coach
Health ExpertRick HayThe Superfoodist
Health ExpertDr Kieran KennedyThe Mental Health Expert
Health ExpertDr Ross WalkerThe Healthy Living Guru
Health ExpertVan MarinosThe Exercise Scientist
Written byViviana WuthrichThe Mental Health and Ageing Expert
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Exercise physiologistJoel WarmanHead of Wellness Centre at Shine Birtinya Retirement Living
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