Retirement Matters

26/07/2025

Researchers reprogrammed the woman’s own fat cells into insulin-making islet cells, then transplanted them. Blood sugar leveled in 75 days, and she has stayed insulin-free for over a year. This first-ever stem cell cure sparks hope for the 8.7 million people living with Type 1 diabetes worldwide.

17/07/2025

💬 Feeling lonely while doing your shopping? A clever idea from a Dutch supermarket chain is changing that!

They introduced slow checkout lanes where shoppers who love to chat can take their time and have a friendly conversation with the cashier. 🛒🗣️

What started as a way to help combat loneliness—especially for older people or those living alone—became such a hit that it’s now in 200 stores across the Netherlands!

It’s amazing how a simple idea can bring a little more connection and kindness into everyday life.

Wouldn’t it be great if more places did this?

13/07/2025

Just 13 minutes a day to activate the body, excercise the joints and keep the body supple. Use it or lose it.

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05/05/2025

Nice piece of footage signing the surrender of WW2. Reflecting on where we are now in comparison. Stronger together

15/04/2025

14/04/2025

Countries issuing travel warnings to the USA including China, Germany, Canada and the U.K. Warnings come as travellers report being refused entry, being detained, scrutiny of devices. Germany warns that overstays, false information or any criminal record can lead to arrest, detention and deportation.

This follows data showing as many as 36% of Canadians who had travel plans have cancelled and other countries showing similiar figures

Several countries have issued or updated travel advisories for visiting the US. Canada warned its citizens to "expect scrutiny at ports of entry."

11/04/2025

Nice has approved a cancer pill to be available on the NHS

‘Gamechanging’ breast cancer pill to be offered on NHS in England and Wales

U-turn by medicines watchdog means about 3,000 women with advanced forms of disease could benefit each year

05/03/2025

25/02/2025

Social fitness? Love that 💚

25/02/2025

Perceptions of a different generation

10/11/2024

Highly recommend a trip to France on Brittany Ferries. The service, food, entertainment and cabins are amazing 🤩👌