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

Good health

Debunking outdated ‘truths’ about hearing aids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

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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Lifestyle

Enhancing intimacy: Tips for women with diabetes to sweeten their sex life

Enhancing intimacy: Tips for women with diabetes to sweeten their sex life

Sexual activity has many physical and emotional benefits, but if you have diabetes, you may be concerned about how it affects your sex life.

Written byGuest Contributor

As a woman with diabetes, you may encounter symptoms make it difficult to achieve a satisfying sexual life. But if managed appropriately, you can get your mojo back. Source: Getty

Health issues

Protect your vision: Understanding glaucoma and what over 60s must know

Protect your vision: Understanding glaucoma and what over 60s must know

Glaucoma, a condition that damages your eye’s optic nerve, is one of the most common eye issues over-60s face.

Written byPenelope Pelecas

It’s important to take measures to protect your vision. Source: Getty Images.

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

Good health

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

Health issues

Everything you need to know about age-related hearing loss

Everything you need to know about age-related hearing loss

Knowing about age-related hearing loss causes, symptoms, and treatments is crucial for those worried about their hearing or supporting a loved one with this condition.

Written byPenelope Pelecas

Age-related hearing loss is a common condition that affects many people as they grow older. Source: Getty Images.

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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Health issues

Ovarian cancer: Warning signs older women need to know

Ovarian cancer: Warning signs older women need to know

The average age of diagnosis for ovarian cancer in Australia is 66 - meaning it's something older women need to take seriously.

An important part of ovarian cancer treatment is detecting the signs of the cancer early. Source: Getty

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