Healthy ageing hub

What you do for your health today shapes the life you live tomorrow. It’s never too early or too late to invest in your health.

This healthy ageing hub was made possible thanks to the generous support of the Alan and Kate Gibson Foundation.

Health checklists for your 40s and beyond

Future-proof your health – the essential health checklist for women in their 50s

Bone health • Brain health • Heart health and cardiovascular disease • Menopause • Menopausal symptom treatments • 4 min

Future-proof your health – the essential health checklist for women in their 40s

Menopause • Brain health • 4 min

Future-proof your health – the essential health checklist for women in their 60s

Bone health • Brain health • Heart health and cardiovascular disease • 4 min

Future-proof your health – the essential health checklist for women in their 70s

Bone health • Brain health • Heart health and cardiovascular disease • 4 min

Future-proof your health – the essential health checklist for women in their 50s

Bone health • Brain health • Heart health and cardiovascular disease • Menopause • Menopausal symptom treatments • 4 min

Future-proof your health – the essential health checklist for women in their 40s

Menopause • Brain health • 4 min

Future-proof your health – the essential health checklist for women in their 60s

Bone health • Brain health • Heart health and cardiovascular disease • 4 min

Future-proof your health – the essential health checklist for women in their 70s

Bone health • Brain health • Heart health and cardiovascular disease • 4 min

Live well as you age

People in Australia are living longer and healthier lives than ever before. Healthy ageing means looking after yourself so you can stay well, keep your independence and enjoy life.

There are many ways to age well. It’s important to be active, eat a healthy diet, have regular health checks and stay connected with people in your life.

Learn more about how to look after your physical and mental health at this stage of life.

Wellbeing and social connection

Meaningful relationships can keep us happy and healthy.
Dr Tessa King, Women’s Health GP at Jean Hailes for Women’s Health, discusses how to stay connected and care for your emotional health as you age – and when to have a mental health check-in with your doctor.

Building confidence at any age

Emotional wellbeing as you age • Staying connected as you age • 4 min

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Staying connected as you age

How social connection supports healthy ageing

Staying connected as you age • 4 min

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Emotional wellbeing as you age

Nutrition and healthy ageing

As we age, our nutrition needs change.
Jemma O’Hanlon, Advanced Accredited Practising Dietitian, shares her top nutrients for older women and budget-friendly food ideas. We also look at the diet ranked number one for health and a nutritious way to get your sugar fix (if you love sweets).

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Nutrition and healthy eating as you age

Five dietary tweaks for women over 50 – from 2 food experts

Nutrition and healthy eating as you age • Bone health • Menopause • 4 min

Can’t concentrate? 7 ways to boost your attention

Brain health • 5 min

Boost your mood with mind-nourishing food

8 min

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Bladder health

Good bladder health helps you maintain bladder control and reduces the risk of bladder problems, including urinary incontinence. Learn more about the bladder, the pelvic floor and how to manage health conditions associated with the bladder.

Emotional wellbeing as you age

As you get older, it’s important to take care of both your physical health and emotional wellbeing.

Memory and cognition as you age

Memory and cognition relate to how you learn, understand and remember things. Learn about memory, cognition and dementia, plus tips to strengthen your memory.

Sex and sexual health as you age

Good sexual health means being able to enjoy a regular and satisfying sex life by yourself or with others. Good sexual health is important at any age.

Staying connected as you age

Staying connected to people in your family, friendship groups and community is good for your health and wellbeing. Learn about the health benefits of social connections, changes that can affect your social life and helpful tips and resources.

Nutrition and healthy eating as you age

Good nutrition and healthy eating are important throughout your life. A healthy diet can lower your risk of developing health problems. It can also help you feel more energetic and mentally well. Learn more about the importance of good nutrition as you age, plus healthy eating tips.

Staying active as you age

Staying active as you get older has many benefits. It can help you maintain a healthy weight and reduce the risk of many health conditions. Research also shows that regular physical activity can improve mental and emotional health, social wellbeing and brain health.