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In 1900 women’s life expectancy in Australia was only 54. Today it’s 85.
At 54, we’re just getting started. Our increased longevity means Australian women enjoy a “third act” their great, great grandmothers did not.
We’ll be celebrating the gift of living younger, for longer, by exploring different areas of women’s wellbeing each month – from the physical and emotional issues facing women in mid-life such as perimenopause and menopause, through to the financial, social and relationship changes that often accompany this chapter.
Your ultimate guide to bone health
The sunshine map: how much sun you need for healthy Vitamin D, according to where you live in Australia
The sunshine map shows exactly how much exposure to sunlight you need for healthy Vitamin D levels, according to where you live in Australia
The best exercise for healthy bones
Exercise plays a key role in osteoporosis prevention and maintaining strong healthy bones. Here are the very best workouts for your skeleton
How is osteoporosis treated – medications, explained
For bone protection, osteoporosis needs treatment in the form of medication prescribed by GPs and specialists. Here's what's available.
Meet our contributing clinical experts
Dr Claire Mohr
General Practitioner
Dr Edwin Lampugnani
Plant Cell Biologist
Caitlin Dunsford
Physiotherapist
Dr Caroline West
General Practitioner and Medical Journalist
Dr David Morgan
Cosmetic Surgeon