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Pensioner deliberately rams car into elderly neighbour

Disturbing footage captures the moment a 73-year-old man intentionally reverses his car into his 71-year-old neighbour during a petty dispute over parking in a quiet residential street. The victim was hospitalised with serious injuries.

Charities warn Streeting of 'devastating' osteoporosis crisis

Health Secretary Wes Streeting confronts a mounting crisis as leading health charities sound the alarm over a 'devastating' surge in osteoporosis-related deaths and debilitating fractures, urging immediate government intervention.

Elderly Appetite Loss: Causes & Solutions

A sudden loss of appetite in older adults is a critical warning sign. This comprehensive guide reveals the medical, social, and psychological causes behind this common issue in the UK's ageing population and provides actionable advice for concerned famili

Elderly with dementia branded 'witches' in Africa

A harrowing investigation reveals how a lack of dementia awareness in Nigeria and Uganda is leading to the brutal ostracisation of elderly people, falsely accused of witchcraft and abandoned by their families.

Hidden Depression in Older Adults: Age UK's Urgent Warning

Exclusive: Leading UK charity urges the older generation to recognise the subtle symptoms of depression, challenging the misconception that low mood is an inevitable part of ageing. Learn the signs and where to find help.

4 in 5 Over-60s Dangerously Dehydrated, Study Finds

Shocking new research from the University of East Anglia exposes a hidden health crisis, with 80% of older adults not drinking enough water. Experts warn of severe risks including kidney damage, confusion, and falls.

The Life-Saving Importance of Correct Swallowing

Speech and language therapists reveal why a simple, often overlooked bodily function is critical for preventing deadly pneumonia and improving overall wellness. Discover the signs of dysphagia and the life-changing exercises you can do at home.

80yo survives 40ft cliff fall in miracle rescue

An 80-year-old man defied the odds after surviving a terrifying 40ft fall from a cliff in Westminster. Emergency services performed a daring rescue, airlifting him to safety with serious but non-life-threatening injuries.

Bank employee jailed for £1.2M elderly fraud

A former Commonwealth Bank employee in Australia has been sentenced to prison for defrauding elderly clients out of £1.2 million. Read the shocking details of his elaborate scam.

Elderly excluded from UK medical research

Leading UK charities raise alarm as older adults are systematically excluded from clinical trials and medical research, risking age-based healthcare inequality.

Iran's 'Black Widow' Faces Death for 11 Poisonings

A 56-year-old Iranian woman, dubbed the 'Black Widow', is on trial for allegedly poisoning 11 elderly husbands. She now faces the death penalty in a shocking case that has gripped the nation.

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