‘My dad has cancer and I sent him away to fight for his life’
Just two weeks after walking his daughter down the aisle, Mick Walker was diagnosed with cancer – and then he was told the only treatment was interstate away from his loved ones.
Adults 50-70
‘A nanny state’: Popular Adelaide YouTuber leaves country
Popular YouTuber Vaping Bogan has decided to call it quits on Australia and take his family to the UK after government changes to vaping laws. Here’s why.
‘They deserve better’: Son’s cruel diagnosis a shock twist for dying mum
Patricia Ritchie watched her son beat cancer twice. Now she’s fighting a stage-four battle of her own – and doesn’t have much time.
Heartbreaking reason father-of-two has planned his own funeral
A father-of-two has been forced to plan his own funeral after he found an unusual lump on the side of his neck.
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‘King Charles effect’: Aussie prostate checks surge
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‘Constant battle’: Shocking weight stats for over 50s
For men and women hitting the age of 50, there’s a very-real midlife battle as many begin to struggle with their health. Luckily, there are ways to deal with the changes.
Four top tips to losing weight in your 50s
While exercise plays a big part in helping keep your health in check after turning 50 – it is not the only important step to take. See experts’ advice on how to keep chronic illness at bay.
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