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Health Empowering savvier health choices with Citro and nib Australians are living longer and most of us want our increased lifespan to include full mobility, sparkling cognitive function and enjoyable days with family or friends. Citro’s new partnership with nib will help our members achieve that.

Health How to stay fit for a fraction of the price Get finance educator Nicole Pedersen-McKinnon 's roadmap to affordable fitness – she's devised 4 smart ways to claim exercise costs so you can save big $$$ while staying healthy.

Nicole Pedersen-McKinnon

Health 8 surprising benefits of your Medicare card Beyond visits to the GP, Medicare covers a host of lesser-known services ranging from mental health treatment to overseas medical care. Sabrina Rogers-Anderson reveals how to make the most of your little green Medicare card.

Sabrina Rogers-Anderson

Health 4 pillars for optimal skin health as we get older Go beyond superficial beauty standards with skin expert Julie Lardner's guide to holistically nurturing your skin from the inside out. She explains her blueprint for healthy skin ageing.

Health Can a diabetes drug called metformin improve the way we age?From weight loss to heart protection, is there anything the new wave of diabetes medications can’t do? Scientists are studying how one drug called Metformin might even halt cognitive decline and prevent cancer, writes Sabrina Rogers-Anderson.

Sabrina Rogers-Anderson

Health 5 health myths about age busted Becoming older does NOT inevitably lead to cognitive decline, sickness or frailty. Carolyn Tate investigates the health myths about ageing so you can live your best life (and know when you need to get help from your doctor or healthcare professional).

Health Vitamins and supplements for winter immunity During winter, viruses like the flu and the common cold spread more quickly. Cold temperatures also encourage more people to stay indoors — putting them in close contact with potentially sick individuals.

Health Catching zzz’s with zeal: supplements that support sleep If you have occasional sleep disturbances, supplements like magnesium or the ayurvedic plant ashwagandha may help your sleep routine. While it's important to consult with your doctor before taking supplements that could interact with other medication, this is the lowdown on supplements known for their potential to promote restful sleep.