Osteoporosis risk - quiz
Is osteoporosis a risk for you? Find out with our quick health quiz and learn about how diet, exercise and other tips can help protect your bones. Your exercise and dietary habits are putting you at increased risk of osteoporosis. It might be ... [... more]
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Arthritis - Better Health Channel.
Arthritis is a general term that means pain, stiffness and inflammation in the joints of the body. There are more than 100 types of arthritis. There is no cure for arthritis. Management techniques can include medical treatment and medication, ... [... more]
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Dementia - early planning will help
Early planning can make it much easier for both the person with dementia and their carers to manage their financial and legal affairs. Dementia affects people differently. One person may begin to lose the ability to handle money matters or make ... [... more]
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Healthy ageing - stay physically active
Estimates suggest that up to half of the physical decline associated with old age may be due to lack of physical activity. Factors such as muscle mass and bone strength can be improved with regular exercise. Only around one in 10 Australians over ... [... more]
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Dementia - safety issues
Dementia includes symptoms like confusion, memory loss and disorientation. These factors, combined with limited mobility and coordination, can affect a person's safety. Family, friends and health professionals can help a person with dementia feel ... [... more]
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