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Study finds how much exercise middle-aged women need to halve their risk of death

A new Australian study found consistent adherence to physical activity guidelines could significantly reduce mortality risk for midlife women.

  • Lauren Ironmonger

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Goulburn farmer John Bell.

Hearing loss is becoming more common. So why is there still stigma?

One in four Australians is expected to have hearing loss by 2050. Here’s how advocates – and engineers – are seeking to reduce the shame around this common condition.

  • Lauren Ironmonger
Plenty of recent science equates robust strength and muscle mass with youthful brains, denser bones, longer lifespans and happier moods.

‘Healthy adults should lift’: A starter’s guide to strength training

Strengthmaxxing, also known as weight lifting, is everywhere right now. And it’s worth doing.

  • Gretchen Reynolds

As I turn 40, I’m letting go of perfectionism and choosing something else

When I began to accept ageing, I created more space for these positive values.

  • Jamila Rizvi
We are living longer, working longer, and for many people traditional ‘retirement’ doesn’t work.

There’s a hidden job market for over 50s, but you’ll need to do this to get in

Many organisations are looking for people who can solve specific problems, lead through change, bring wisdom and perspective, often without a full-time hire.

  • Robyn Greaves
Hasslers are more likely to be family members than friends.

The difficult people in your life are ageing you, new study suggests

Research into “hasslers” looks at the impact these difficult people can have on our health.

  • Kathleen Felton
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Grand days … just don’t call me Grandma.

The kid who bought me lollies claims she’s about to be a grandma. I’ll get over it

This is confronting. It’s like the first time you realise you can no longer swing across monkey bars. Does this mean I’m old?

  • Melissa Coburn

The common but little known way menopause affects your body

Our feet endure an enormous amount of stress, which menopause can exacerbate. Here’s what to know.

  • Lauren Ironmonger

My friends are permitted only two minutes to talk about their ailments

I’m a firm believer in a problem shared is a problem halved. But there are limits to how much truth one can take from elderly friends.

  • Claire Heaney
Rachel Ward (left) and Rebecca Gibney.

‘Bad news and perfect faces’: Rebecca Gibney calls out youth-obsessed social media

Australian celebrities are coming face to face with social media following the online vitriol Rachel Ward received for presenting an authentic and unapologetic approach to ageing.

  • Lauren Ironmonger