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Why do we value old objects over older people? Age UK is here to change how we age.
Here's how, with your support, Age UK is supporting older people through the cost of living crisis.
A range of products to help you make the most of later life are available through Age UK Trading, with profits given to the charity.
With coronavirus guidelines loosening, Dr Elizabeth Webb discusses the factors we should be weighing up to assess our own risk.
One of the simplest health checks, but also one of the most important, is your blood pressure level. Age UK tell us why you should get checked regularly.
supports the Black Lives Matter movement. We applaud the courage and determination of Black people and others worldwide who are advocating peacefully for an end to racism and injustice in all its forms.
“Friendship makes the world go round – you should treasure every moment.” We speak to Flora and Wendy about their 13-year friendship, and what makes their bond so special. Best friends Flora and Wendy ... Wendy share everything. For the past 13 years, they’ve been more than best friends – they’ve been family. But as they formed their connection through the Age UK Telephone Friendship Service
What you need to know With the number of cases of the Omicron doubling every two to three days, the prime minister has urged people to get their COVID booster jabs as soon as possible. Dr Elizabeth Webb ... about this variant of coronavirus, and how best to protect ourselves. The new variant of coronavirus, Omicron, was only first identified on 24 November, but things are changing fast and numbers of infections
Negativity about ageing and older people is pervasive in our society. Our blog explores the impact of ageism on the human rights of older people.
Siobhan Daniels talks to Age UK about being a retirement rebel as she travels around the UK in her motorhome.
It can be worrying to see someone struggling as they get older. One of the best things you can do is talk it over together. Read Age UKs tips and advice.
Age UK’s Charity Director reflects on why new legislation on health and care should help the two systems work together, and why that matters for older people.
Older people should be able to live well, not just survive, and the right care and support can help them do this. Find out more from Age UK.