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Why Staying Connected Matters as We Age
MJ and Gerald Quigley dive into an important and often overlooked topic — social frailty — and what it means for health, wellbeing, and long-term cognitive health.
Gerald explains social frailty as a lack of meaningful social connection, limited support networks, and reduced access to resources — something recent Australian research has linked to a higher risk of dementia. While many assume this isn’t a widespread issue, new findings suggest it’s growing, not shrinking.
With Christmas as a backdrop, the conversation encourages listeners to check in on older family members and friends who may…
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