As the years go by, something happens almost invisibly in the human body: the muscles start to lose mass and strength. This condition has a name – sarcopenia – and
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When Stephen Hawking was diagnosed with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), he was told he would only have a few years to live. He lived more than 50. ALS, as it
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Being ill, whether for a simple or more serious reason, is never easy. In a situation of fragility, the least anyone deserves is to be treated with respect, empathy and
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The doctor explained everything to her calmly, but even so, a feeling of uncertainty remained in the air… Is this really it? Is there another option? If you’ve ever felt
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It’s known as the “sunshine vitamin” and it’s no coincidence. A simple walk outdoors, with your skin exposed to the sun, is enough for your body to start producing it.
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As the years go by, the body slows down, but the desire to live well remains – and that’s where the right activities come in. Filling the day with pleasant
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Caring for someone who is bedridden is a profound gesture of love and dedication that requires patience, empathy and attention to detail. Whether for reasons of age, recovery from surgery
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Can you imagine the scenario in which the simple task of leaving the house or going to the kitchen becomes a challenge? Reduced mobility can affect any of us, whether
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Facing a cancer diagnosis brings many challenges, and the difficulties go far beyond the fight against the disease. On a day-to-day basis, there’s also managing travel to treatments, appointments and
Getting older is a natural process and, although each stage of life brings new challenges, old age doesn’t have to be synonymous with loneliness or difficulties. Fortunately, in Portugal, there
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