Search results for older people

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• Loneliness in older people: how to help

  Find out how to help lonely or socially isolated older people in your community, including volunteering for organisations that support older people.

• Loneliness in older people

  Older people are especially vulnerable to loneliness and social isolation – and it can have a serious effect on health.

• Housing options for older people or people with disabilities - Social care and support guide

  Alternatives to care homes if you can no longer live in your own home.

• Hydrocephalus - Causes

  Find out what causes hydrocephalus. Hydrocephalus present at birth (congenital) can be caused by conditions like spina bifida. Hydrocephalus that develops later (acquired) is often the result of an injury or illness.

• Why we should sit less

  There is increasing evidence that spending too much time sitting is bad for your health.

• Causes of non-melanoma skin cancer

  Find out what causes non-melanoma skin cancer and what the risk factors are. Ultraviolet (UV) light is the most common cause and age is the main risk factor.

• Skin cyst

  Find out about skin cysts, which are round, fluid-filled lumps under the skin. Read about the symptoms, treatments, types and causes.

• Post-herpetic neuralgia

  Find out about post-herpetic neuralgia (pain that lasts a long time after shingles), including what the symptoms are and how it's treated.

• HPV vaccine

  Find out about the HPV vaccine, including who it's for, how to get it and possible side effects.