What Is a Stroke: Essential Guide for Seniors Entering Retirement
Understanding what is a stroke can help seniors protect their health as they transition into retirement. A stroke happens when blood flow to the brain is cut off. Brain cells begin to die without oxygen. Acting quickly can save brain function and reduce lasting damage. Knowing the warning signs and treatment options empowers seniors to […]
From Terminal to Triumph: Grandfather Beats Stage Four Lung Cancer with Immunotherapy
When 76-year-old Jeff Cook noticed a persistent sore on his chest in 2018, he had no idea that this small irritation would lead to a devastating diagnosis: stage four lung cancer. Facing statistics that showed only 5% of patients with his condition survive beyond five years — with half dying within just four months — […]
What Memory Lapses Might Be Trying to Tell You
Ever had one of those days where your brain just blanks on something obvious? It happens! Most minor forgetfulness—like spacing on a name or taking a bit longer with your taxes—is just normal aging. But there’s a fine line: experts warn that “true memory loss—the kind that disrupts your day-to-day functioning—isn’t ‘normal’ in any decade […]
Vitamin Sea for 60+: World-Champion Coaches Turn Seniors into Surfers
Surfers for Climate’s Silver Surfers initiative has been making waves since October 2024, bringing former world champion bodyboarders Damian King and Ben Player to beaches along Sydney’s northern coast and regional New South Wales. It’s designed exclusively for over-60s, offering a unique ocean adventure that blends expert coaching with the thrill of catching every new […]