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I am all for the opportunities of ageing. I am, however, worried about the propagation of the idea that we ‘should’ or ‘can all’ age in some kind of perfect, middle-class, well-groomed way, with our diet and routines so carefully managed that we are ‘sure’ to be happy and healthy, running marathons and participating in... Read More

One of the less commonly spoken about symptoms of old age is a tendency to produce more ear wax. Putting the indignity of it aside, producing excessive ear wax can also lead to health problems, such as hearing loss, hearing a ringing sound in your ears, and vertigo. What is ear wax? Earwax is not... Read More

Whether you’re strolling through one of our country’s major cities or rubbing your eyes in disbelief as your stare at some of the most stunning natural landscape on earth, it’s not hard to understand why people from around the globe refer to Australia as ‘The Lucky Country.’ Fantastic healthcare, infrastructure, and a calm political environment... Read More