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  • How to lower your risk of dementia With these lifestyle changes you can help keep your brain in top shape and reduce your risk for dementia. https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/health-care/treatments-and-procedures/can-you-prevent-dementia
  • From Botox to breast implants: The dangers of cosmetic surgery Are you considering cosmetic surgery? Here are the risks to weigh up before deciding. https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/health-care/treatments-and-procedures/from-botox-to-breast-implants-the-dangers-of-cosmetic-surgery
  • Treating chronic pain Around 20% of Australians have chronic pain. We find out how to cope with it. https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/health-care/common-conditions/dealing-with-chronic-pain
  • Am I Drinking Too Much? When Does It Become A Problem? Whether you’re having a cocktail with friends or winding down with a cold beer at home, alcohol often feels like a normal part of life. But are some of us drinking too much? https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/food-diet/nutrition/are-you-drinking-too-much
  • Keeping active after 60 How to enjoy the benefits of exercise in your senior years. https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/body-mind/physical-health/keeping-active-after-sixty
  • How to make resolutions that last Christmas and the holiday season can be stressful – whether it's financial, time, or family issues. We ask the experts for their advice on how to plan ahead. https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/body-mind/mental-health/make-resolutions-that-last
  • The science behind motivation What is motivation? We find out how our brain becomes, and stays, motivated, to help us achieve our goals with expert tips from a neuroscientist. https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/body-mind/mental-health/science-behind-motivation
  • The importance of fitness in your 40s If you’re in (or edging close to) your 40s take note; building exercise into your life can boost your health, now and in the future. Learn how. https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/body-mind/physical-health/the-importance-of-fitness-in-your-40s
  • Is yoga is good for you? More people every year are turning to yoga, but are there proven health benefits? https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/body-mind/physical-health/is-yoga-good-for-you
  • Is running good for you? Depending on who you ask, running will either add years to your life or age you prematurely. Here are the facts https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/body-mind/physical-health/is-running-good-for-you
  • Struggling to stay fit? We’ve got solutions for common exercise excuses Simple, easy ways to add exercise to your life no matter how busy you are, and even if you hate the gym. https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/body-mind/physical-health/struggling-to-stay-fit-we-got-solutions-for-common-exercise-excuses
  • Dementia: reduce your risk Simple lifestyle changes could help lower your risk of dementia. Find out what you can do. https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/health-care/common-conditions/dementia
  • How easy is it to damage your hearing? Are you damaging your hearing without knowing it? Here’s how to find out, including types of hearing loss and how to prevent hearing loss. https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/health-care/common-conditions/hearing-damage
  • Knee replacement A knee replacement can seem daunting, but it can give you a new lease on life. Here are the factors to consider with knee surgery, including info from surgeons. https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/health-care/common-conditions/knee-replacement
  • Fitness for seniors: How one athlete keeps active after 80 One trail-blazing woman is improving the mental and physical health of rural and remote communities around Australia though her grassroots initiative, Active Farmers. https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/body-mind/physical-health/fitness-for-seniors
  • Skin care tips: Good habits for healthy skin (...and no pricey products) What are the secrets to keeping wrinkles at bay and skin glowing as we age? Here, a dermatologist gives us her top skin care tips. https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/body-mind/physical-health/skin-care-tips-how-to-get-healthy-skin-without-expensive-products
  • Exercise for seniors: how to live longer and stronger Sports shoes: do you know which one is right for your favourite form of fitness? Do you need special running shoes or sneakers? Here’s some expert advice. https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/body-mind/physical-health/exercise-for-seniors
  • Why stretch? And 3 easy exercises to get you started https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/body-mind/physical-health/three-easy-stretches
  • Group fitness gains: the benefits of working out with friends How group exercise can help you stick to your goals, boost your fitness and help improve social connections. Includes tips from health experts. https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/body-mind/physical-health/group-fitness
  • Getting fit after 50: how to find your fitness motivation https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/body-mind/physical-health/fit-after-50-find-motivation
  • Can an efficient metabolism help you lose weight? When the temperature soars, your usual workout may not be as comfortable or easy. We ask the experts for their advice on keeping cool while staying fit in summer. https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/body-mind/physical-health/fast-metabolism-help-to-lose-weight
  • Why mixing up exercise is good for you Bored of your exercise routine? Here’s why you shouldn’t just stick to one kind of workout, and a personal trainer with tips on changing up your fitness. https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/body-mind/physical-health/mix-up-your-exercise-routine
  • Mythbusting: 6 fitness claims put to the test Here are fitness myths busted as we analyse six claims about exercise, from the number of steps to take a day to stretching before a workout. https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/body-mind/physical-health/fitness-myths
  • The top reasons you should exercise When the temperature soars, your usual workout may not be as comfortable or easy. We ask the experts for their advice on keeping cool while staying fit in summer. https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/body-mind/physical-health/seven-reasons-you-should-exercise
  • Understanding your heart rate to maximise your work out What does heart rate have to do with exercise intensity? We find out how to measure your heart rate plus how to calculate your target heart rate for exercise. https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/body-mind/physical-health/heart-rate-maximise-work-out
  • Why core strength is important It’s easy to fit core strength exercises into your day. We examine why a strong core is so important for good health and discover simple core exercises to do at home. https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/body-mind/physical-health/why-core-strength-is-important
  • Exercise dos and don’ts Stay motivated and reduce your risk of injury with these tips from an exercise physiologist. https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/body-mind/physical-health/exercise-dos-and-donts
  • What is perimenopause and are you in it? You’ve heard of menopause, but what about perimenopause? While every woman goes through this, not everyone knows about it. We speak to a GP for some general advice. https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/women/perimenopause-menopause/perimenopause-signs-symptoms
  • Menopause weight gain and loss of libido: what you need to know Your libido and weight fluctuate naturally throughout your life, but menopause can make the changes more dramatic. Here’s what’s going on and what you can do about it. https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/women/perimenopause-menopause/weight-gain-libido-loss
  • Menopause: is HRT a safe option? There's a lot of confusion around the safety of hormone replacement therapy. We look at the evidence. https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/women/perimenopause-menopause/hrt-safe