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A simple catch up with friends or joining a group class offers a number of benefits for your cognitive health. Source: Getty

Good health

The cognitive benefits of being a senior social butterfly

From having a catch-up over coffee with friends or attending group activities, here's how socialising can help reduce cognitive decline.

Written byYsabelle Alesna

Good health

Debunking outdated ‘truths’ about hearing aids

Debunking outdated ‘truths’ about hearing aids

While hearing aids provide numerous advantages, many still believe the myths about these devices. It’s time to disprove some of these misconceptions.

Written byYsabelle Alesna

Starts at 60 breaks the negative misconceptions of hearing aids. Source: Getty

Experts

New procedure brings relief to bunion patients

New procedure brings relief to bunion patients

Bunions can take a severe physical and emotional toll, but it is important for patients to know that treatment options are available to them.

Dr Sarah HallerDr Sarah Haller

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Health issues

How to support a loved one with hearing loss

How to support a loved one with hearing loss

Hearing loss can be a challenging experience, but with the right support and understanding, individuals with hearing loss can lead fulfilling lives.

Written byYsabelle Alesna

Helping your loved one with hearing loss. Source: Getty

Experts

How can intermittent fasting help with weight loss

How can intermittent fasting help with weight loss

Intermittent fasting has become an increasingly popular way to improve overall health. But does it work for over 60s? Here's what older adults should know.

Heath Jones Heath Jones

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Preventing falls through body and brain training

Preventing falls through body and brain training

By doing these daily cognitive and physical exercises, you may be able to reduce your likelihood of falls and unsteadiness.

Written byYsabelle Alesna

Research has shown that by exercising our brain, we may be able to prevent falls. Source: Getty

Health issues

Cochlear implants vs hearing aids: Which is right for me?

Cochlear implants vs hearing aids: Which is right for me?

While both help aid people with hearing loss, these two solutions are quite different with one option more suitable than the other depending on your condition.

Written byYsabelle Alesna

All the nitty-gritty details you need to know about hearing aids and cochlear implants. Source: Getty

Experts

Taboos are off the table: Sexual pleasure is a health issue

Taboos are off the table: Sexual pleasure is a health issue

All women deserve the right to enjoy pleasure from their relationships and their bodies - no matter their age.

Dr Anh NguyenDr Anh Nguyen

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Get back on track with your New Year’s diet resolution

Get back on track with your New Year’s diet resolution

Though sticking to your healthy eating goals for the New Year can be a bit of a challenge, it's never too late to get things back on track.

Written byYsabelle Alesna

Healthy eating tips to help you achieve your New Year's resolution diet. Source: Getty

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Tips to avoid hormonal weight gain

Tips to avoid hormonal weight gain

Understanding which hormones are responsible for imbalances can help women over 60 get their hormonal weight back on track.

Written byYsabelle Alesna

Understanding hormonal weight gain for women over 60. Source: Getty

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