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May 2026

My Parent Says They’re Fine in the Heat — But I’m Not So Sure

2026-05-26T10:24:10+01:0026/05/2026|Health & Wellbeing Advice|

Older adults do not always say when they are struggling Many older people try to “carry on as normal” during hot weather, even when they are finding it difficult. Some do not want to worry their family, while others [...]

April 2026

Mum Seems Different This Spring… Could the Weather Be Affecting Her?

2026-04-09T10:43:27+01:0009/04/2026|Health & Wellbeing Advice|

Mum Seems Different This Spring… Could the Weather Be Affecting Her? Spring brings brighter days and warmer weather, but for many older people, it can also bring unexpected health challenges. If you have noticed small changes in your mum or [...]

December 2025

My elderly neighbour feels cold even though her home is 23°C — should I be concerned?

2025-12-30T11:31:42+00:0030/12/2025|Health & Wellbeing Advice|

“My elderly neighbour feels cold even though her home is 23°C — should I be concerned?” It’s something many people notice when supporting an older neighbour, relative, or friend. The heating is on, the home feels comfortable, and yet they’re [...]

As the year comes to an end, my dad (77) seems quieter than usual — is this normal?

2025-12-30T09:17:12+00:0029/12/2025|Health & Wellbeing Advice|

“As the year comes to an end, my dad (77) seems a bit low — is this normal?” Many families notice small changes in an older parent’s mood as the year draws to a close. When a father in later [...]

My dad has diabetes and arthritis — what support can a home-visit GP provide to help him manage his long-term conditions safely at home?

2025-12-03T12:26:55+00:0003/12/2025|Health & Wellbeing Advice|

My dad has diabetes and arthritis — what support can a home-visit GP provide to help him manage his long-term conditions safely at home? 14/11/2025 | Uncategorised Written by Dr Omar Hashmi, CEO – Cornerstone GP Services Managing long-term conditions [...]

November 2025

My mum is 82 and slowing down—what routine health checks should she be having each year?

2025-11-14T13:55:08+00:0014/11/2025|Health & Wellbeing Advice|

My mum is 82 and slowing down—what routine health checks should she be having each year? 14/11/2025 | Uncategorised Written by Dr Zamiel Hussain, Founder and Lead GP at As we get older, our bodies change in ways that are [...]