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In this section you’ll find a wide range of interesting and informative articles to help you stay in the best of health. Plus you can share your experiences and advice with other members of the Silversurfers community.
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What is a long-term health condition? Also known as a chronic condition, it’s a...
Female hair loss may be shrouded in shame and secrecy, but it’s incredibly common....
In the first few months of the pandemic, health experts believed Covid-19 was generally...
The past year has been difficult for everyone, especially for elderly and vulnerable people...
Suffering from a sleep disorder can take a massive toll on a person’s mental...
Stroll down the street, go for a jog in the park or walk the...
When the first lockdown started in March 2020, like everyone our family had to...
Eating sugar shouldn’t be demonised, and tucking into a bar of chocolate after a...
The key to overcoming frequent headaches is understanding what’s causing them. Neuroscientist Amanda Ellison...
