Ageing

We may live till 100. Can our homes keep up with us?

A well-designed home can have an impact that goes beyond a senior’s physical safety, says the writer.

More people are getting aortic dissection. Here’s what to know about the deadly heart emergency

Sariah Mansoor (left), who survived an aortic dissection, with senior consultant Vitaly A. Sorokin at the National University Heart Centre, Singapore.

The little-known link between dementia and epilepsy

Jeff Will, 73, has been experiencing episodes of confusion and memory loss for several years.

Sumiko at 62: How to keep your teeth as you age and why having 20 teeth at 80 matters

There is growing evidence that the number and condition of our teeth affect how well we age.

Forum: As healthcare moves closer to home, better health literacy is needed

Australia warns of risks from ageing population, falling birth rates

Australia’s population growth is expected to slow to 0.9 per cent a year over the next four decades.

Japan’s elderly makes up record 29%, highest among nations with populations over 40 million

Japan’s population aged 65 or older totalled a record 36.24 million – 15.71 million men and 20.54 million women – up 20,000 from a year earlier.

More young Singaporeans seeking recovery treatment at longevity-related wellness centres and clinics

The red light therapy room at House Longevity studio on Sept 2. House Longevity is among at least eight longevity-centred wellness centres and clinics that have opened here in recent years.

New active ageing centre in Yishun helps seniors build confidence in gyms, find purpose in life

Rita Joseph at TOUCHpoint@Yishun 148, which offers a programme to help seniors gain confidence in using gym equipment before gradually transiting to community gyms.

Forum: Take ownership of your silver years

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