‘Man flu’ is real? Yes, says male scientist – but there’s a not-so-good reason why
A new Canadian study says that ‘man flu’, defined as a cold or similar minor…More
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You can’t stop ageing – but can you slow it down?
That’s the theory put forward by biologist Elizabeth Blackburn in a new TED talk that…More
Bad grandma: spending time with your grandkids could increase their risk of cancer? Maybe – maybe not
Another ‘obvious’ study. The University of Glasgow has found the bad habits of grandparents who…More
Think you can beat ageing? Here’s why science says you can’t
It’s mathematically impossible to stop ageing in multicellular organisms such as humans, based on new…More
Who is Ken Wyatt, our Minister for Aged Care
Kenneth George Wyatt AM, MP (born 4 August 1952). An Indigenous Australian, he is the first Aboriginal Australian…More
Does brain training really work? Scientists say this is the only type that works
We’ve all heard of apps and online courses that can help to improve our memory…More
Want to keep your mind sharp as you get older? Science says volunteering can help
US researchers have discovered that volunteering can improve cognitive function in older adults, especially women and…More
Think lack of sleep is a normal part of ageing? Think again
A new US study has found around half of people aged 65 to 80 wrongly…More
Nine foods you should be eating but aren’t? Yes – but with good reason
We’re always on the lookout for the latest tips for ageing well here – but…More
Could a healthy gut be the key to living longer? This study says yes
New research by the China-Canada Institute has found “ridiculously healthy” 100-year-olds have the same gut…More