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- Health
10 everyday habits that are secretly ageing you
We all want to stay youthful, but some of our daily habits could be speeding up the ageing process without us even realising it. Here are 10 common lifestyle choices that might be affecting your health and appearance, and simple steps you can take to prevent it. 1. Skipping sunscreen Even on cloudy days, UV rays can damage your skin,…
- Thailand News
Thailand to explore new tax system for ageing population
Thailand must urgently adjust its tax structure and increase tax participation to address future expenses related to its ageing population, according to Deputy Finance Minister Julapun Amornvivat. The Finance Ministry is exploring a negative income tax (NIT) system to assist individuals with incomes below a government-set threshold. Julapun clarified that the goal is to ensure residents can sustain their livelihoods,…
- Thailand News
Asia-Pacific to tackle Thailand’s ageing population crisis
Governments across the Asia-Pacific region are being urged to formulate strategies to address their ageing populations, with older people expected to make up nearly 20% of the region’s population by 2050. Around 500 delegates from 38 countries have gathered on the Indonesian island of Bali for the 2024 Asia-Pacific Regional Conference (APRC) on Population Ageing. These delegates include experts, policymakers,…
- Health
New research raises concerns about anti-ageing therapies
In our endless pursuit of youth and vitality, anti-ageing treatments have become increasingly popular. But could these treatments, intended to turn back the clock, actually be doing more harm than good? Recent research suggests that this might indeed be the case. The role of senescence: More than just ageing At the heart of this debate is the concept of senescence.…
- Lifestyle
Why do Generation Z look older than millennials?
In the digital age, an intriguing topic has gained significant attention online: Generation Z is ageing faster than previous generations. This topic, which went viral on platforms like TikTok and has attracted millions of views, has sparked widespread debate and speculation about why this younger demographic appears older in comparison to millennials. Influencers and everyday users are adding to this…
