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  1. How to set up an email account and other email essentials

    and it’s the main way that organisations and companies communicate with people. Find out how to safely make the most of email, starting with how to set up your account.

  2. Sex in later life

    can be the result of: low testosterone some medical conditions – such as heart disease, high blood pressure, or diabetes side effects of some medications, including those for blood pressure or depression ... depression. There are effective treatments available for ED. They include medication (such as Viagra) and devices to help you get an erection (such as vacuum pumps) – your doctor can help you decide

  3. Top tips for your health and the cost of living

    trying to save money and cut down on energy bills at the moment, but it's important that people stay safe and healthy, too. We've brought together our top tips for staying healthy and well during the cost ... risk of falling and hurting yourself.  Keep buying and taking medication It's important to keep buying and taking any medication that you need. It's helpful to remember that prescriptions are free

  4. Assisted living and extra-care housing

    independently while being assisted with tasks such as washing, dressing, going to the toilet or taking medication.

  5. Worried about someone's driving?

    generally a safe group on the roads, as experience tends to balance out issues that affect certain aspects of driving. These issues include things like:  Medication . Some medications can slow reaction ... person to speak to their GP or pharmacist about any health conditions or medications that may be affecting their ability to drive safely. If the change in someone’s driving ability is linked to a health

  6. Looking after your health and wellbeing during the cost of living crisis

    take medication to stay healthy and manage existing health conditions. It's important to continue to prioritise your health needs. Medication - quote (HI CoL section) Keep taking your medication Your medication ... medication is important and you should continue to prioritise it. It's not something you should cut back on or use as a way to save some money as other costs rise. If you're over 60 years old, your NHS

  7. Getting the most from your medicines

    As we get older, many of us find that we need to take at least one medication because of a long-term health condition. Although it often becomes routine, some people may have trouble with things such as ... solve any medication challenges. To get the most out of your medicines and avoid unwanted side effects, you should ask your doctor or pharmacist some questions before you start taking the medication. It can

  8. Talking therapies and how they can help

    therapies, there’s a specific video conferencing platform, which is used. This is a secure and safe platform.” What advice would you offer to an older person who’s experiencing symptoms ... before and how severe it is, and on what other medication you might be on. A referral for talking therapies is an option if you don’t want medication. It’s worth being referred and having that

  9. New website promoting home safety

    Staying safe at home The Stay Safe website encourages expert organisations to contribute material help older people to find what they're looking for. We know that safe and accessible housing promotes health ... includes fire, electrical and gas safety, falls prevention, scams and how to respond to medical emergencies. The Stay Safe website encourages expert organisations to contribute material to make it easier for

  10. Your hospital stay

    a hospital consultant, you can usually choose the hospital you’d prefer to go to and which medical team you’d like to treat you. The NHS e-referral system (previously known as Choose and Book) ... book your first outpatient appointment. These questions can help you think about which hospital or medical team to choose: Do you know someone who has been treated there? What did they think? How quickly

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