The Latest Breaking News on Ageing

I can truly see the case for assisted dying. But the horrific state of the NHS makes me question if it is the best idea

I would feel deeply uncomfortable if patients ‘chose’ to die because care that would make life worth living was unavailable, says palliative care doctor Rachel Clarke

The Guardian - UK · May 1, 2024

American Airlines System Unable To Enter 1922 Birth Year, Keeps Listing 102-Year-Old as Baby

Patricia has experienced difficulties with American Airlines, since her age is often incorrectly entered by the airline reservation software.

International Business Times UK · Apr 30, 2024

Mother's dying wish inspires woman's award-winning work

Jodi Hamilton says granting her mum's wish to die at home in remote Queensland was "everything". It has inspired her award-winning work in palliative care.

AAP · Apr 30, 2024

Most nursing homes don't have enough staff to meet the federal government's new rules

The new rules mean 4 out of 5 nursing homes will need more aides and nurses. Unions hailed the change, but advocates say it's not enough care, while nursing home owners say it's an "impossible task."

WEKU · Apr 24, 2024

The expansion of free childcare has been a Tory-fied mess of a bright Labour idea

On a visit to a combined nursery and primary school, I saw how early years provision can really be transformed, says the Guardian columnist Polly Toynbee

The Guardian - UK · Apr 23, 2024

When Does Old Age Begin? Survey Suggests An Upward Shift In Perception Among Elderly

The survey results indicate an upward shift in people's perception of age as respondents in their mid-60s perceive old age to begin at 75.

Medical Daily · Apr 23, 2024

French MPs start to weigh up issues over assisted dying

A French parliamentary commission on Monday began the long task of examining proposals to be included in a controversial bill backed by French President Emmanuel Macron that would allow citizens to apply for assisted dying.

Radio France Internationale · Apr 22, 2024

Perception of when old age starts has increased over time, shows study

As people get older, they revise the age they consider to be old upwards

The Guardian - UK · Apr 22, 2024

All cases of organ transplants, whether from living or deceased donor, to be given unique NOTTO-ID

National Organ and Tissue Transplant Organisation (NOTTO) issues unique IDs for organ transplants to prevent illegal activities.

The Hindu · Apr 21, 2024

A rare interview with a former royal aide about working for the Mountbatten-Windsors is going viral

A rare interview with a former royal aide about working for the Mountbatten-Windsors is going viral

Marie Claire · Apr 21, 2024