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Centre for Ageing Better
1 Oct 2017

Strength and balance infographics

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Mental health in older age

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How to ensure that transport is age-friendly

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Living in the poorest parts of England can cost you almost five years of your life

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Health of some ethnic minority groups in the UK equivalent to White people at least 20 years older, according to a new study

New study reveals stark ethnic health inequalities across the population, with differences in health among different groups particularly pronounced in later life.

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‘Pushing at an open door’: Taking advantage of the shifts in active travel during the pandemic

During the pandemic, quieter roads and the rapid deployment of infrastructure led to an increase in cycling. It’s crucial that we continue this increased uptake in active travel for 50-70 year olds.

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Helping people age better: The role of physical activity and active travel

Physical inactivity is a major risk factor for the development of poor health in later life and active travel is one way to improve levels of physical activity.

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Using design to innovate more effectively in the healthy ageing sector

Using design to innovate more effectively in the healthy ageing sector: Lessons from experts, investors and entrepreneurs

This report describes the key insights from a programme of activity rolled out to increase the understanding of design amongst solution providers in the healthy ageing market.

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Exploring the impact of lockdown on older adults' mental health

Whilst the last year and a half has been stressful for us all, it’s clear that it has had a disproportionate impact on the mental wellbeing of people who were already disadvantaged before the pandemic struck. It's time to address these inequalities.

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How can we help people stay active in later life?

What are the barriers to over 50s staying active? And what work is being done to address these barriers?

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Greater Manchester committed to widening access and participation in active travel

Active travel is key to people being happier, healthier and more connected. And yet levels of active travel drop off rapidly with age. How then, can we consider opportunities to increase levels of participation?

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Better walking and cycling infrastructure crucial to keeping over 50s healthy

Our new report emphasises that well-designed neighbourhoods that enable people to walk and cycle are vital to helping people in their 50s and 60s stay active.

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