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'I love what I do': Hospital cleaner, 83, marks 50-year work anniversary
Shirley McQueen's boss says she's the best to have ever buffed the hospital's floors.
Advice: How can we get my ageing stepmother to cull her belongings?
New York Times: When helping feels like overstepping with elderly relatives.
Study: Sleeping over 9 hours raises death risk by 34%
Why eight hours a night is the sweet spot for sleep.
'Compelled to stay': More teachers working past 65 amid shortages
In 2024, 8072 teachers over 65 made up about 10% of the workforce.
Why Kevin Costner says he'll never stop working
The Hollywood star is 70 but has no plans to retire from acting.
Seven ways to dementia-proof yourself in midlife
Experts say up to 40% of dementia cases can be prevented with lifestyle changes.
Thinking of retiring? Nearly one in two Kiwis still working when they turn 65
Data shows we're joining the workforce earlier and continuing to work later in life.
Living forever: Inside the booming anti-ageing industry
The longevity market, including gene therapies, is worth more than $1 trillion.
Boomers defy ageing with sharper minds and staying power
ANALYSIS: Education improvements are key to Baby Boomers' cognitive gains.
Why Vietnam's two-child policy change may not boost birth rate
High living costs in big cities deter many from having more children.
Matthew Hooton: If superannuation can’t be cut, wage subsidies must be
Opinion: Nicola Willis has few options for big savings next year, but there are some.
'Brought honour': 105-year-old wins big at World Masters
He won gold in the 100-plus discus, javelin, shot put, and 100 metres.
'Real stress': Labour MP Ingrid Leary on retirement village payouts
The law doesn't say when capital sums must be repaid, causing 'real stress': Ingrid Leary.
'I haven't got long to live': Miriam Margolyes on health struggles and fears
The actor had an aortic valve replaced in 2023 to avoid open heart surgery.
How a scientist who studies ‘super agers’ exercises for a longer life
Exercise tops the list of proven methods for slowing ageing and boosting healthspan.
Dick Van Dyke opens up on nearing 100: 'I've lost a lot of friends'
He credited his longevity to regular exercise and staying positive.
Too young for dementia? The six warning signs for people under 65
Early onset dementia is rising, affecting nearly 80,000 under-65s
Rest home romance: Wedding bells chime for 99-year-old bride
Dennam and Felicia wed at rest home, proving love has no age limit.
Denmark raising retirement age to 70, highest in Europe
Critics say it's tough for blue-collar workers in physically demanding jobs.
Sir Rod Stewart eyes sprinting record at 80
He used to enjoy a good chart run, now he's after something different.
How to manage your blood sugar with exercise
New York Times: Exercise is crucial for preventing and treating insulin resistance.
This kind of sleep is essential for a healthy brain
New York Times: Poor sleep, especially deep and REM, may raise your dementia risk.
The surprising health benefits of becoming Pope
New York Times: Such a demanding job can be good for the brain and body.
Function over looks: What women should focus on when exercising as they get older
Ultra-trail running coach Cathy Duffy has had to change how she thinks about exercise.
On The Up: Staying active - seniors forge bonds at Katikati gym
The trio are all 88 years old and regulars at Katifit on Sheffield St.
Editorial: We've reached the point where KiwiSaver changes must occur
OPINION: By 2028 there will be a million Kiwis aged 65 or older.
Can metformin actually slow the ageing process?
New York Times: What is metformin and why are people experimenting with it?