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Don’t stop me now – Retirees having a ball!
People are now living around a third of their lives after the age of retirement, giving them more time to spend with family, travel abroad, enjoy their hobbies and learn new skills. 50 Plus reports that a study by Age UK demonstrated this zest for life among the older...
Over 50s Brits who go to gigs and concerts live an extra 14 years, says study
Research undertaken at UCL found middle-aged Brits who enjoyed "receptive arts" events monthly had a 31% lower risk of dying. Radio X reports that Britons over 50 who attend live concerts and shows have been found to live longer, according to a study. As reported by...
This is how honey can be good for your whole body
You might be used to drizzling it over your breakfast, but did you know the extent of honey’s healing properties? Silver Surfers reports that scientists have newly developed a way to put tiny amounts of Manuka honey between layers of surgical mesh used during...
Legendary NI goalkeeper Pat Jennings backing safety message for over 50s
Former Northern Ireland Goalkeeper Pat Jennings has teamed up with Northern Ireland Fire & Rescue Service (NIFRS) to highlight the added risk from fire to people aged 50 and over. ITV News reports that this striking statistic, released as part of North South Fire...
Best apps to promote a healthy mind
The benefits of therapy are powerful. Promoting time for reflection and self-care, taking the time to analyse our thoughts and behaviour positively impacts our ability to live better and feel stronger. In today’s world, life is fast-paced and busy, society scrutinises...
The British Heart Foundation funds research to beat the world’s biggest killers.
Gifts in Wills make up half of the BHF income, it's thanks to them we're able to have the long term investment to keep research going to beat heart and circulatory diseases and their risk factors. The development in BHF research Since we were founded in 1961, the...
10 tips on how to keep in top condition during the winter months
The colder months are fast approaching. Bad weather, dark mornings, sniffles, sneezes and that duvet day feeling - winter must be on its way. It doesn’t have to be all doom and gloom; winter can be a great season to get to grips with our immune system, toughen our...
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 after...
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 emerged....