Seniors' health
As you get older, it's important to understand how ageing affects the mind and body. Read up on bone health, arthritis, nutrition and more.
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Aged care services
As you get older you may need help managing everyday activities. Find out if you are eligible for aged care services, or respite services for carers.
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Healthy eating over 60
As your body changes over time, so do your nutritional needs. Here's how to get enough fibre, vitamins, minerals and more in your diet as you age.
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Physical activity guidelines for older people
Over-60s should try to be active every day. Here's how much exercise you need to stay mentally and physically strong and prevent conditions such as osteoporosis.
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BrainTrack App
BrainTrack app is an award-winning, free app developed by Dementia Australia that helps people to explore their brain health, and privately monitor and understand changes in cognition over time.
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Life stages
Health information in relation to a number of different life stages and life events, such as babies and toddlers, children, teenagers, young adults, pregnancy, women's health, men's health, seniors and end-of-life issues.
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My Aged Care – the first step to accessing aged care services
My Aged Care can help you find the information you need about aged care, including the different types of aged care services that are available in your area.
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The role of a geriatrician
A geriatrician is a specialist doctor who cares for people aged 65 and over. Most are experts at helping people who have multiple conditions.
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Depression in young people
Depression affects 3 in 100 men aged 18 to 24 and 10 in 100 women of the same age. Learn how to recognise the signs.
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Manage your health in your 70s and older
If you are 70 or older, you should be aware of common health conditions and their signs. Learn some ways to help manage your health as you age.
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How to combat menopausal brain fog
Forgetting more than usual, female and close to age 51? You may be going through menopause. Learn how to deal with brain fog.
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Pelvic inflammatory disease
Pelvic inflammatory disease (PID) is a condition that affects around 1 in 8 women; it's most common in sexually active women aged 20 to 24.
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Early menopause
Menopause that happens earlier than the expected age of around 50 years is called premature or early menopause.
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Glaucoma
Glaucoma is a group of eye diseases that damage the optic nerve. It affects 1 in 10 Australians aged over 80, but glaucoma can strike at any age. Read on to learn more about glaucoma symptoms, treatments and causes.
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Chest infection
Chest infections are common in people of all ages. Find out more about what causes chest infections, their symptoms and treatments.
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Pancreatic cancer
Pancreatic cancer is more common in people over the age of 50. Find out why the stage at which the cancer is diagnosed is so important.
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Smart ways to keep your brain healthy and sharp
Mental decline starts before age 40. Here are smart ways to keep your brain healthy and help protect your brain against degenerative brain disorders such as Alzheimer's disease.
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COVID-19 vaccination
Learn about COVID-19 vaccines, including recommendations for your age and circumstance, how to book and which vaccines are available in Australia.
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Retinal detachment
Retinal detachment is a medical emergency caused by ageing and eye injury. If you experience vision disturbance, go to the emergency department.
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Anosmia (loss of smell)
Anosmia is the medical term for loss of smell. It is often age-related. Find out more about the causes, diagnosis and complications of anosmia.
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Breast checks to detect breast cancer
Your risk of developing breast cancer increases with age. Here’s how to recognise symptoms and detect it early.
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Wellbeing Plus - online program
The Wellbeing Course is recommended for people who are 60 years of age or older, are Australian residents and experience low mood, depression, stress, social anxiety, panic attacks or general worry
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Health benefits of swimming
Swimming is a great low-impact activity you can do at any age. These tips will help you get started.
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What you need to know about acute hepatitis of unknown cause in children
Learn more about acute hepatitis with no known cause that’s affecting children under the age of 16.
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Anxiety and Depression Program
The Anxiety and Depression Program is an online program created to reduce feelings of anxiety and depression. Suitable for all ages. Learn more here.
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Obesity in children
Childhood obesity is when a child has too much body fat for their age. There are simple steps to take to help your child move towards a healthy weight.
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Types of thermometer
There are different types of thermometers that can be used to take a child's temperature. Learn about which types are most accurate best suited for your childs age.
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Speech problems
Speech problems often arise during childhood, but they can affect people of all ages. Learn more about common speech problems here.
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Rett syndrome
Rett syndrome causes intellectual and physical disability. It’s been described relatively recently, so it’s not known how it progresses to middle age.
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