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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Health
Jane Kirby

The one thing that’s just as important as medication for your health later in life

Exercise is as crucial as medication for maintaining the health of older people, a new report from MPs has said.

While individuals are living longer, a concerning number are spending their later years in poor health, with low levels of physical activity identified as a significant contributor.

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