Video: Parkinson’s disease awareness
Video transcript Dr. Norman Swan: Most of us take shopping, a walk in the park, doing household chores, and even
Which exercise is best for older obese people?
Overweight and obesity rates continue to rise. Obesity increases age-related decline in health and physical function, and contributes to frailty.
Depression in older people
Older people may be particularly prone to depression because of the increased likelihood that they will be experiencing stressful life
Video: What can be done to prevent falls?
Video transcript Are you, or do you have a relative, aged over 65? Alarmingly one in 3 people over 65
Giant cell arteritis and polymyalgia rheumatica
What is giant cell arteritis? Giant cell arteritis (also known as temporal arteritis) is a condition where there is inflammation
Dementia linked to overcooked food
When food is cooked, a number of chemical changes occur. Many of these are positive as they add to the
Parkinson’s disease: medication treatment options
Parkinson’s is a progressive neurological condition, which is characterised by both motor (movement) and non-motor symptoms. It is primarily related
Bell’s palsy
Bell’s palsy is a sudden weakness (paralysis) in the muscles on one side of the face. This produces a strange,
Male menopause
As they age, many men worry about what they might expect and whether there is such a thing as the
Brain health in old age
With life expectancy on the rise, quality of life in our later years is becoming increasingly important. So keeping our