Health

Health A Living Will (and why your advanced care directive matters)Most of us understand that our last Will and testament distributes our financial assets, but what about a Living Will? Your Living Will should be a clear, well-written health care directive that you can share with your loved ones, doctors and even place on your MyHealth record to ensure you're in full control of your health.

Health A CITRO GUIDE: 10 lifestyle swaps for longevity Statistically, we are destined to live longer lifespans than our grandparents. Health writer Paula Goodyer has summarised the latest longevity science into 10 simple ways to put the quality back into the quantity of extra years we will get

Health Private health insurance literally saved my life after breast cancer Thinking about dropping private health to save on costs? Read the stats (and personal story) you should know first.

Nicole Pedersen-McKinnon

Health How to nourish your brain to avoid the D-word Science suggests around 40% of dementia cases could be preventable, with healthier lifestyle habits one reason why rates of dementia are falling in some countries. Paula Goodyer explains what we can all do to maintain our brain.

Health The surprising benefits of private health insurance for Australians Private health insurance is a cost that can offer real benefits when you understand what you’re paying for. Citro partner nib explains 12 common benefits of having private health insurance.

Health Worrying about everything? Try these 4 ideas Stress and worry is a natural response to uncertainty - plenty of people worry about the future every now and then. But when do natural worries become overwhelming? The Happiness Institute’s Dr Tim Sharp and nib explain what to do so you can prevent your worries turning into a health problem.

Health Resolving body aches and pains: how to choose between a physio, osteo or chiro A bad back plagues many Australians at some stage of their lives. Pain is the most common symptom and it can be hard to manage without the help of an allied health professional - but which professional should you choose? Citro partner nib explains the difference between a physiotherapist, osteopath or chiropractor.

Health The quick heart health check that could extend your life Coronary heart disease is the single biggest cause of death in Australia, but it’s easy to lower your risk of dying from a heart attack or stroke. Around one in 9 adults aged 75 and older live with coronary heart disease, so Citro partner nib explains the quick heart health check that everyone should do to modify their risk of becoming a statistic.