Panic attack signs – and what to do if you have one
We are living in troubling and uncertain times, so it’s hardly surprising that a new study has found that the number of Google searches for “anxiety” and “panic attacks” has...
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Should I stop running if my knee hurts?
The most common site for pain in recreational runners is the knee. For some, especially older runners, the pain can be a symptom of osteoarthritis. But does running worsen knee...
How to reduce the risk of mental decline with age
Losing our mental faculties, known in scientific terms as cognitive decline, is one of the biggest concerns associated with getting older. However more and more research is showing that loss...
Hot weather can impact older people’s health. Here’s how to stay safe and cool.
As temperatures across the UK continue to soar, it looks like we might be in for a period of very hot weather. While we could all use a bit of...
How to stay fit into your 60s and beyond
Ageing is inevitable and is influenced by many things – but keeping active can slow ageing and increase life expectancy. Evidence shows that ageing alone is not a cause of...
Five social activities that can protect your mental and physical health as you get older
No one is immune to developing chronic illnesses such as heart disease, cancer or arthritis as they get older. But participating in social activities such as taking a class, joining...
‘Prehabilitation’: How training your body for surgery can improve recovery & reduce complications
If you’re on a waiting list for surgery or have had an operation postponed for any reason, there may be something you can do right now to make use of...
Illness and aging – what to look out for in your 50s, 60s, 70s and beyond
As we get older our bodies change. Age related illnesses become more prevalent and it can sometimes feel as though each new decade brings new and ever more serious health...
Ten Steps to a Better Night’s Sleep
As we get older it can become more difficult to enjoy a full night’s sleep. There are all sorts of reasons for this, our health, our mood, our weight, the...