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All over 50s should get flu jab to protect from heart attacks, researchers say.
Everyone over the age of 50 should be offered flu jab after a study found it halves the risk of a heart attack, researchers have suggested. The Telegraph reports that the vaccine offers protection from heart attacks for people with narrowed arteries, according to a...
Mexican tetra fish may offer heart repair clue
A fish that can repair its heart may hold clues for future treatments in people, according to a study. BBC News reports that scientists studying the Mexican tetra fish found three areas of the fish genome were involved in its ability to regenerate heart tissue. One...
Look after your eyes: The six sins that could be harming your eyes
Your eyes are your most prized possession, so why are so many people not looking after them like they would their general health? Your eyes are your most prized possession, so why are so many people not looking after them like they. What many people don’t know...
What is an Intraocular Lens and which one is best for me?
Selecting the Intraocular lens that suits your needs can be a daunting thought. This article will talk you through your options and help you feel prepared before your visit to the ophthalmologist. 50 Connect reports that it’s amazing to think that the first...
Still Got it: sexual health of the over 50s
It’s a long-held myth that people of retirement age aren’t sexually active. Sex isn’t just for young people, despite what you would think from TV, magazines and sexual health campaigns. Terrence Higgins Trust reports that it’s high time we stopped avoiding the...
Are you a hoarder? Declutter your home, and clear your mind.
Keen to downsize, but can’t face the massive clear-out this would entail? Meet an expert who believes decluttering can give you fresh energy. Is your attic, spare room or garage bursting at the seams and you're running out of room to store things? Whenever you...
Capital cuisine: The Top 20 quirky London restaurants
To celebrate the London Restaurant Festival this month, we explore the most unusual places to eat in London from Michelin-starred establishments to a restaurant based in a prison. Book a spot at one of these fun restaurants in London. Known for its diverse...
Passionate about preserving the past? How to get into museum conservation
If you're passionate about preserving the past for future generations a career in conservation will suit you. Discover what qualifications, skills and experience you need to fulfil this highly-skilled role. At the heart of all conservators lies the desire to...
Spooky sights! The scariest places to celebrate Halloween
Halloween is celebrated throughout the world, with different traditions, names and beliefs. While typical Halloween activities include trick-or-treating and costume parties, there are a few places around the world where Halloween is so much more than that. From...
Playing golf gives ‘all round health benefits’
People who play golf live longer than those who do not, new research has suggested. BBC News reports that Edinburgh scientists claimed the sport was likely to increase life expectancy, help chronic diseases and improve mental health. Researchers reviewed 5,000...
Cleaner enjoys holiday paid for by Bristol university students
A university cleaner has been on holiday to Jamaica after students donated £1,500 so he could visit family for the first time in a decade. BBC News reports that about 230 University of Bristol students crowdfunded the week's trip for Herman Gordon and his wife...
Over 65s most frivolous on holiday
It has been revealed that over 65s, otherwise known as the 'grey market', spend the most money per day when away on holiday, with an average spend of £212 per day. Choice reports that by comparison, the most frugal group was the 35-45 year olds, who spend just...