Watching too much television causes over-50s to be forgetful
Too much television watching for those aged over 50 can lead to memory loss, research suggests. The Express now reports that scientists wonder if staring too long at the box could play a part in the development of dementia and Alzheimer’s. The findings come...From retirement to a new lease of life: combating middle-age loneliness
For Angelina Lipscombe retirement started as a rest, but after a while she needed purpose and to keep her brain ticking over and found satisfaction in helping others. It’s staggering to acknowledge that an estimated 1.5 million Britons over the age of 50 are...Wellness: Making the home where the heart is
Wellness is a combination of physical, mental and social well-being, and the spaces we inhabit are key. The property sector is waking up to the fact that by improving buildings to help people feel their best, we can create real benefits for the people who live...Don’t panic! Your local pharmacy has a Brexit plan agreed for you
Brexit is now the talking point it’s impossible to avoid. Its impact on groceries, travel, NHS staff shortages and British-Irish border plans form part of the endless daily chatter and news programmes. Mature Times reports that the potential for the impact on the...Over 50s have sex every few days, go to gigs and watch Game of Thrones
Far from being stuck in a middle-aged rut, today’s 50-year-olds are challenging perceptions and living life to the full. The Mirror reports that the modern 50-something has a gym membership, watches YouTube – and has sex every couple of days, it has...Ourplace News
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