As we age, our bodies don't do what they used to; not all 50-year olds could swing around the dance floor...
Conditions
Conditions related to 50+ health wellbeing.
You are not alone – Facts about Incontinence
It is estimated that almost 280,000 people suffer from the involuntary loss of urine in New Zealand.
Osteoporosis (Part 1)
Early warning signs of osteoporosis & the most common risk factors
Osteoporosis (Part 2)
The conventional approach to treating Osteoporosis & Bone Health
Managing incontinence with pelvic floor muscle exercises
Pelvic floor muscle exercises are considered a key component of continence promotion programs in Australia, New Zealand and around the world.
Long-Sightedness – Symptoms and Causes
Long-sightedness and far-sightedness are widely applied terms for hyperopia. It is caused by a defect in the ability of the eyes to focus.
Exercise Helps to Reduce the Risk of Breast Cancer
Exercise is always a great way to better health and fitness, but it also has surprising benefits on reducing the risk of developing cancer, especially in women who are above 50 years of age.
Melanoma
Melanoma is the most risky type of skin cancer. Melanoma is a malignant tumor of melanocytes ...
Checking for Testicular Cancer with Self Examination
Men's health is best protected by a lifestyle that includes regular testicular examination. Early detection of tumours on the testes significantly increases survival.
Age and falls
As we age, falls are an increasing risk. In the US, more than a third of ...