Why it’s never too late to exercise
The over-65 age group is less active than any other. But, says Sam Murphy, exercise doesn't have to be difficult - and it can help you live a longer, happier life
How to avoid age-related illnesses
Ailments in later life may seem unavoidable, but in fact there are many ways to keep your body healthy for longer. Cherrill Hicks explains how to boost your chances of a healthy old age
Working families: Stuck in the middle
As the 'sandwich generation' juggles the demands of children and elderly parents, Cath Janes says more firms should be aiming to appear on the Top Employers for Working Families list
Living with dementia
When Carla White was diagnosed with Alzheimer's, her husband became carer. Patrick Barkham meets them
No place like home
With its sensory toys, funky gardens and staff in nightgowns, Christopher Manthorp believes he has found the best place for dementia care in the UK. But is it affordable?
Binge drinking ‘increases risk’ of dementia
More under-65s – and women in particular – will suffer alcohol-related brain damage, say doctors
Over 60 and heading for rehab
It is not just the young who are binge drinking. Increasing numbers of older people are becoming alcoholic. And as Kate Hilpern reports, it is not always easy for them to get the help they need
Patients have nothing to fear from our NHS trust
Response: Barts and the London is not in breach of care and dignity standards for older people, says Keith Palmer.
Flu jab may not work for oldest patients
Flu vaccination, which costs the government around £150m a year, may not after all save the lives of the older people who are the target of intensive annual campaigns, according to scientists.
Drinking one too many can damage your liver
It used to be associated with older heavy drinkers but serious liver disease is rising fast in young people. All it takes is a few pints of lager and glasses of wine a week. Lucy Atkins reports.
Doctors may turn away ‘irresponsible’ obese
Older people and patients who refuse to change their unhealthy lifestyle could be denied treatment under controversial proposals from the organisation which sets national clinical guidelines.