Living life to the full
Centenarian Kathleen Hilton celebrated her 105th birthday with a fry up – and said a full English breakfast was her secret to a long life. The grandmother of six and great-grandmother of nine ha ...
HEALTH
Abuse and neglect come in many forms – would you know the signs?
Independent Age has published a free booklet that offers guidance about neglect and abuse. It aims to empower people to identify when situations may be abusive and who they can turn to if neglect or a ...
Iron supplements might be bad for you
Taking iron tablets may cause damage to cells within ten minutes of taking them, a new study warned. The supplements available over the counter or on prescription, are taken by millions of Britons wit ...
New research shows only half of health professionals regard malnutrition as a priority
New research by The Malnutrition Task Force reveals that only half (51 per cent) of health professionals thought malnutrition was a priority in their organisations. Only 47 per cent also felt confiden ...