Dental Health Week
Dental Health Week is focusing on the mouth and whole-body connection and how the links between disease in the mouth affects disease in the body.
The benefits of being active.
Staying active is crucial for women over 50, as it not only alleviates symptoms of chronic conditions like arthritis and diabetes but also boosts mental health, promotes heart health, and enhances overall quality of life. Incorporating regular exercise into your routine empowers you to manage weight, improve bone density, and foster social connections while reducing the risk of serious health issues.
Over 50? Post menopausal? These health risks are important for you!
According to Heart Research Australia, ‘heart disease kills twice as many Australian women than breast cancer. 40 % of heart attacks in women are fatal, and many occur without warning’ Adding to that, many women in postmenopause become more sedentary, leading to high blood pressure and high cholesterol, and an increase of body fat around the abdomen’.