Senior Issues News
Government 'should provide financial advice'
August 15, 2007
The government should provide financial advice for individuals who are facing complicated financial decisions about personal pensions and...
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Glaucoma 'could be an early warning for Alzheimer's'
August 14, 2007
A link between glaucoma and Alzheimer's has been discovered that could lead to the eye condition being seen...
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Grandparents in GBP57bn of debt, says Scottish Widows
August 13, 2007
UK debt held by retirees totals GBP57 billion, according to a Scottish Widows UK pension report.
The research indicates...
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GBP2.7bn in pension credits 'will remain unclaimed this year'
August 10, 2007
More than one in five pensioners are not claiming pension credits - leading to £2.7 billion in credits...
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Elderly people should investigate finances 'for forgotten cash'
August 09, 2007
It is likely that "the majority" of money lying in dormant investments and bank accounts belongs to elderly...
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'Strongest risk factor for breast cancer is age'
August 08, 2007
Age has been identified as the "strongest" risk factor associated with breast cancer and it is "most important"...
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'Financial advice should be sought' before buying an annuity
August 07, 2007
People should seek financial advice before deciding which type of annuity is right for them, Norwich Union advises.
Media...
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Changes in longevity result in some people getting lower annuity says FSA
August 06, 2007
Some people are getting lower annuities for the same pension pot due to changes in longevity, the Financial...
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Alcohol misuse in senior citizens "a hidden area of research"
August 03, 2007
Misuse of alcohol among older people receives a marginal amount of attention and is often described as a...
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Downsizing 'offers financial flexibility'
August 02, 2007
Many older people choose to downsize their properties in order to gain increased financial freedom after their children...
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