3 June VOL 08 Issue 23

Men's health

Welcome to the 03 June @boutSeniors enewsletter.

In this issue of AboutSeniors enewsletter we get down and serious about men's health and wellbeing. What is it about blokes that they "don't talk" and definitely don't visit the doctor often enough? Well we believe this is changing - and the increase in men's sheds is sign that they love a chat - in safe company. International Men's Health Week is a good reason for an update on what you can do to live longer - a striking example of independent older age was highlighted this week when Mrs Doreen Washington turned 110 - one of 2,860 Australians of the new breed of supercentenarians. And enjoy our link to recent research which reveals longevity is increased by intergenerational contact - well it is for fruit flies, at least.

We all know, despite advances in longevity, the only thing certain is death and taxes. Next week we will be offering special tips to maximise your tax return pre-June 30, so stay tuned for that special enews, meanwhile this week Geoff has written a special blog on "moments of death".

Thanks to the hundreds of subscribers who have responded to our poll on fuel prices - a solid 76% of you feel Dr Nelson is onto something with his proposed fuel tax cut - and even more of you feel the ACCC is NOT effective! If you haven't recorded your thoughts yet, the poll (and DVD prizes) will run for another week.

In praise of older men is Debbie's review of the latest "Raider" epic with a very buff Harrison Ford defying the grasp of the KGB as he races around the globe - go Harrison, we say!

Congratulations to Kay who is our first weekly winner is the winter warmer soup competition - enjoy her recipe for Baked Potato and Bacon soup tonight. And special thanks to Sheila who reminded us that "affordable" is indeed in the eye of the beholder - with parsnips selling for $11.98 a kilogram, our Curried Parsnip Soup was anything but affordable. Good call Sheila, we'll do our research better next time.

Keep laughing
David & Kaye Fallick

Competitions

Fuel cost crisis
Be in the running to win one of four copies of the latest BBC natural history documentary, The Spy In The... Collection on DVD by answering our poll question on fuel prices.

Send to a friend
 Send to a friend for the chance to win a one year's subscription to Your Life magazine.

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Wellbeing

Men's health awareness
With 40% of men over 40 suffering serious health problems such as diabetes and heart disease, the message of International Men's Health Week is simple - look after yourself and live longer.

Fruit flies defy ageing
It's often said that mixing with a younger generation keeps you young, now scientific research proves it - that's if you're a fruit fly!

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Technology

Safe online seminars
 It's E-Security awareness week and with 66% of Australian households having internet access, used every day for banking, shopping and keeping in touch, do we really understand the security implications of a virtual lifestyle?

Boys love golf
Love it or hate it, golf is one of the most popular past times in the world, played by the young, and the not so young!

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Government

Protect your privacy
Most of us give our personal information freely, without really understanding what's its needed for, and the reason it is requested, and sometimes the small print is just too small or the printed information too difficult to understand.

Veterans' family health
Reaserch is now underway into the health of Australia's veteran community, helping identify health problems that may have occurred as a result of service in Vietnam.

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Getting out there

Sporting masters
Excelling at sport shouldn't stop just because you are advancing in years. Registration is now open for the 6th biennial Pan Pacific Masters Games.

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For a good cause

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Cancer Council bequests
With 24,000 Victorians diagnosed each year with cancer, find out how your Will can make a difference in finding the answer to cancer.

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Travel express

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Discover the Rockies
Think Canada, and dramatic scenery, untamed wildlife and multi-cultural cities come to mind. Canada really is a must-experience, once in a lifetime destination.

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Travel deals

Whitsundays whale watching
Bask in the warm, winter sun, watching the whales frolic in the tropical Whitsunday waters and enjoy free nights sailing.

Snuggle up for less
Brace yourself against the cold days and take the chill out of a winter break with these heart-warming hotel packages.

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Bookshelf online

Life or death dilemma
To save the life of a beloved child, or seek vengeance for the murder of a daughter is a dilemma that thankfully most of us will never have to face. On the surface, it seems an easy choice, but grief is a powerful emotion.

Mid life crisis
Maybe you're approaching your mid-life crisis, or laughing about the one you've just had. Does the car you drive say more about you than you are willing to admit?

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Movie junction

Ageing adventure hero
Action heroes rarely die or suffer from the ails of old age apparently! Indiana Jones is back, 19 years after his last adventure, and is just as agile.

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Comfort food

Kay's family favourite
AboutSeniors subscriber, Kay, shares her recipe of a creamy and wholesome soup, often enjoyed on a Sunday night with crusty bread, but like most soups, this Baked Potato and Bacon Soup is much better the day after.

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Here to help

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