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Women's Health Week: what older women want to know about healthy ageing

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This Women's Health Week, we're exploring healthy ageing resources from Jean Hailes.

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Jean Hailes for Women’s Health asked more than 1,000 women in Australia aged 65 and over which health topics they needed more information about to age well. Their answers didn’t just cover women’s physical health. They also wanted practical information to help them:

Stay socially connected
Feel confident
Look after their emotional wellbeing

This feedback helped shape the Jean Hailes Healthy Ageing Podcast, which lives on the Jean Hailes Healthy Ageing Hub.

Looking for something to explore this Women's Health Week? Here are some of the healthy ageing topics women 65+ said they wanted to know more about.

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Staying connected

Strong social connections can support both physical and mental health. Spending time with friends, family, and community can help you feel supported and engaged as you age.

Listen to the episode 'Wellbeing, connection and healthy ageing' to explore:

Why social connection matters
Ways to build and maintain relationships
When to have a mental health check-in with your doctor

Looking for more on this topic?

Watch this video by Jean Hailes for additional insights on social connection and mental health. Hear from:

Luke Martin, Clinical Psychologist at Beyond Blue
Hilary O'Connell, Principal Healthy Ageing Advisor at iLA (the non-profit that powers LiveUp)
Kellie-Ann Jolly, Head of Partnerships and Engagement at Jean Hailes

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Looking after your brain

Many women are interested in keeping their minds active and supporting memory as they get older. While some changes are a normal part of ageing, there are steps you can take to support brain health.

Listen to the episode 'Memory, cognition and ageing well' to learn more about:

Lifestyle habits that protect memory as you age
Where to go if you’re worried about dementia
How walking with a friend is good for your brain

Ageing often brings life changes. This could include:

Retirement
Caring responsibilities
New health challenges

These experiences can affect confidence. But you can build confidence at any age.

Listen to the episode 'Staying confident as you age' to hear about:

Building self-confidence
Adapting to life changes
Speaking up for your needs

Supporting your body

Healthy ageing includes looking after your physical health. Small daily habits can help support your strength and mobility over time.

Listen to the episode 'Nutrition and healthy ageing' to discover:

The best nutrients for older women
Budget friendly food ideas
Nutritious ways to enjoy a sweet treat

Listen to the episode 'Bones, joints and ageing well' to explore:

Ways to manage joint pain
How to eat and exercise for bone health
How to prevent falls

Having open conversations

The survey found that women wanted information on topics that aren't always discussed openly. This includes:

Relationships
Intimacy
Sexuality in later life

Listen to the episode 'Let's talk about sex and ageing' to hear answers to some common questions about these topics.

Healthy ageing is about more than health checks

Women's Health Week is a good reminder that ageing well involves more than managing health conditions. It can also mean:

Staying connected to others
Keeping your mind active
Maintaining confidence
Looking after your physical health
Continuing to learn and try new things

The Jean Hailes Healthy Ageing Podcast brings these topics together in one place, with expert advice tailored to the experiences and interests of older women.

Explore more to take charge of your health today

Visit the Jean Hailes Healthy Ageing Hub for more women’s health information. You’ll find:

Health checklists for your 40s and beyond
Expert insights
Women’s health stories

For more information about healthy ageing, you can also take the LiveUp quiz or get in touch with one of our helpful team on 1800 951 971. 

Jean Hailes for Women's Health. (February 2025). From sex to brain health: New healthy ageing podcasts tackle women's top concerns. https://www.jeanhailes.org.au/articles/from-sex-to-brain-health-new-healthy-ageing-podcasts-tackle-womens-top-concerns/

Jean Hailes for Women's Health. (December 2024). Healthy ageing podcast. https://www.jeanhailes.org.au/podcast-channel/healthy-ageing/

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Women's Health Week: what older women want to know about healthy ageing

Staying connected

Looking for more on this topic?

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You might also be interested in these resources

Assistive technology for women over 55

Learn about Jean Hailes and Women's Health Week

Tips for staying connected: how to reach out to your community

Looking after your brain

Building confidence

Supporting your body

Having open conversations

Healthy ageing is about more than health checks

Explore more to take charge of your health today

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