Ageing & Longevity

Is there anything good about menopause? Yep, here are 4 things to look forward to

Menopause is having a bit of a moment, with less stigma and more awareness about the changes it can bring.

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Is stress turning my hair grey?

When we start to go grey depends a lot on genetics.

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What are nootropics and do they really boost your brain?

Humans have long been searching for a “magic elixir” to make us smarter, and improve our focus and memory.

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The Australian government has a new plan for residential aged care. Here’s what’s changing

After months of negotiations between the major parties, the government has announced it will implement the Aged Care Taskforce recommendations.

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Treating high blood pressure should be part of Alzheimer’s prevention, study finds

Treating high blood pressure should be part of Alzheimer’s disease prevention strategies, according to new research.

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Can blue light from your phone harm your skin? A dermatologist explains

Can scrolling on our phones really damage your skin? And will applying creams or lotions help?

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Technological Advances Propel Breakthrough in Alzheimer’s Research

Technological breakthrough offers new hope in the fight against Alzheimer’s, with the potential to unlock novel therapeutic strategies to combat cognitive decline and enhance cognitive resilience.

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Why Over 94% of Dementia Patients Struggle to Acknowledge Their Cognitive Deficits

Navigating the complexities of dementia poses significant challenges for both individuals diagnosed with the condition and their caregivers.

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Comedian Geraldine Hickey appointed Dementia Australia ambassador

Dementia Australia has welcomed a new ambassador – award-winning comedian Geraldine Hickey.

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What is childhood dementia? And how could new research help?

“Childhood” and “dementia” are two words we wish we didn’t have to use together. But sadly, around 1,400 Australian children and young people live with currently untreatable childhood dementia.

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1 in 5 wrongly believe dementia is a normal part of ageing, survey reveals

There are ways you can reduce your risk of developing dementia.

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New Research Uncovers the Role of Genetics in Muscle Strength

New research in Finland has explored if humans have a genetic predisposition for higher muscle strength.

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The Path to Vibrant Health and Longevity

From drinking coffee to practising persistence, researchers unlock other golden keys to longevity.

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How you can create your own ‘blue zone’ at home

Unlocking the secrets to longevity and well-being doesn’t necessarily require a passport or a radical lifestyle change.

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Cold water therapy: what are the benefits and dangers of ice baths, wild swimming and freezing showers?

Immersion in cold water is definitely an activity that divides people – some love it others hate it. But many now practice it weekly or even daily in the belief that it’s good for their mental and physical health.

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Unlocking Dementia Prevention: The Crucial Role of High Blood Pressure on White Matter

A recent study from the Centre for Healthy Brain Ageing (CHeBA) highlights the importance of safeguarding against white matter damage in individuals with high blood pressure to stave off cognitive decline and dementia.

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Scientists Pave the Way for Treating and Managing Ageing as a Disease

Some scientists are eyeing a future where ageing is not an inevitability, but rather something that we can treat and manage like a disease. People are living longer than ever before, with the global average life expectancy having increased by almost 23 years over the past 60 years, according to the United Nations.

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Decoding Dementia: Recognising Early Signs and Distinguishing them from Normal Ageing

Experts say it’s never too late, nor too early, to adopt healthy habits that can delay the onset of dementia.

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Green Havens and Clean Air: Rural Australians Show Lower Dementia Risk, New Study Reveals

People residing in rural Australia face a diminished risk of dementia compared to their urban counterparts. 

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Helen Mirren Celebrates Ageing: Embracing the Beauty of Growing Old and Shattering Stereotypes

Dame Helen Mirren “celebrates” getting older.

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Functional training: The only fitness regime you’ll ever need

If running for the bus, lifting a suitcase or bending over leaves you short of breath then you need functional training. Here’s everything you need to know about the most comprehensive type of exercise out there.

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Why is Healthy Mitochondrial Function Important as You Age?

As individuals age, maintaining healthy mitochondrial function becomes increasingly critical for overall health and well-being.

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Why you should only eat until you’re 80% full

Creating a personal “blue zone” lifestyle inspired by longevity principles is an excellent idea.

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Reducing the Stigma: Paving the Way for a Dementia-Friendly Future

Dementia Action Week serves as a poignant reminder of the critical need to address dementia, a condition that affects the lives of countless individuals and their families.

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