Staysure offer advised sales for private health insurance and work with all the leading health insurance providers so that policies can be tailored to meet individual needs.

Staysure’s core business is customer service. We do not necessarily offer anything which cannot be found in the market already but Staysure offer these products with a guarantee of exceptional customer service and after care.

Staysure are the over 50s experts, specialising in a wide range of insurance products tailored to the over 50s. This range of products includes travel insurance, health insurance, life insurance, motor insurance, home insurance, and funeral plans. These products are also replicated for expats living throughout Europe. Below is a list of their products:

Travel Insurance

Staysure travel insurance provides customers with the peace of mind that they are fully covered whilst enjoying their holiday. Staysure understands that it can be quite expensive for over 50s to obtain travel insurance, especially if they have pre-existing medical conditions. This is why Staysure covers 220 pre-existing medical conditions free of charge on all their policies, including arthritis, asthma, diabetes, heart conditions and high blood pressure (subject to conditions). Customers are able to enjoy single trip, annual multi trip, long stay and winter sports travel insurance with Staysure, all tailored to their needs. Whilst no-one wants to think about needing to use travel insurance, having adequate cover in place gives you peace of mind should the unforeseen happen.

Health and Life Insurance

Staysure works with a panel of renowned health and life insurers in order to tailor-make cover that is right for you. They offer a range of Private Medical Insurance products from cash plans to full healthcare, as well as an array of life insurance policies including fixed term and whole of life. By working with leading names such as Aviva, BUPA and Prudential Staysure are able to offer bespoke policies to meet the needs of each customer on an individual basis. As a Staysure customer you only pay for what you want to have covered.

Motor and Home Insurance

As an over 50s motor or home owner, Staysure offers competitive rates to reward you for your wisdom and ability to protect your assets. They work with a panel of insurance providers in order to tailor a quote to meet your needs, meaning that you’re never paying more than you have to. Also, with Staysure’s Comprehensive car insurance benefits include a free courtesy car free windscreen cover as standard. Staysure home insurance is either available as buildings or contents (or a combination of both) and specialises in providing a great deal for those over 50.

Funeral Plans

Although this is not a topic that people generally wish to discuss Staysure offer funeral plans that are able to freeze the cost of a funeral. A funeral plan ensures that your wishes are carried out and remove the stress from family members in what would already be a difficult time.

Expats

In addition to the host of services available for UK citizens, this range is fully replicated to expats living throughout Europe. All documentation is provided in English to make everything as easy as possible for expats.

Homecare www.homecare-products.co.uk is the first comprehensive online shop for people who want to enjoy living life to the full in their own homes as they grow older.   We have teamed up with Homecare to give away a Voice Alert Alarm and Sensor Mat package worth £37.95 to two readers.   Both the alarm and the mat can actively prevent falls around the home and give confidence to those who are frail. (more…)

As World Cup fever is taking over the nation for the next four weeks, health experts from the World Health Organisation and the Food Standards Agency are concerned about the health risks this will pose for football fans here and abroad. (more…)

A breakthrough finding from Israel may lead to earlier diagnosis, more effective intervention, and perhaps even a cure for the autoimmune disease multiple sclerosis. (more…)

According to new statistics released by online service NHS MidLifeCheck, 49 is the age men are most likely to take an interest in their taking stock of how lifestyle may affect their future health. These men are an average of 2 stones, 3 lbs overweight (14kgs), with a 37-inch waist. (more…)

If you’re pressed for time – and who isn’t – you’ll be glad to know that Scholl has launched a revolutionary new sandal that actually moisturises your feet with every step! (more…)

Smokers are being urged to quit their habit or realise its danger, as statistics reveal that a third of those who die in accidental house fires, die in fires started by cigarettes.

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Sports Therapist Jane Franklin, a member of the Federation of Holistic Therapists was intrigued when she was asked to become part of a unique project to prove that an ordinary member of the public could become an Olympian, for the 2012 games in London. (more…)

A 19-year-old is leading the way in social care technology with a new service that offers peace of mind for relatives and carers for just £1.99 a week. (more…)

New film raises awareness of hepatitis C

Rock ‘n’ roll antics of the rich and famous are being used to encourage those who might be at risk of hepatitis C to get tested and treated.  Hepatitis C is a virus that affects around 200,000 people in the UK, of whom about half could be unaware they have it. (more…)

Dementia: a background
Some memory problems associated with ageing are more serious than others. People with substantial changes in their memory, personality, and behaviour may suffer from a form of brain disease called dementia. Alzheimer’s disease is one of many types of dementia.  Globally it is one of the most disabling and burdensome health conditions because it seriously affects a person’s ability to carry out daily activities.  In recent years, scientific studies have shown that omega-3 fatty acids from fish may be of benefit. (more…)

Age has been grabbing the headlines over the past few months, most recently with Harriet Harman bestowing a rather annoying new label on the cohort of healthy, active, older people, the “wellderly”. Last year it was the finding of the High Court, following years of wrangling which went all the way to the European Court of Justice and back, that the default retirement age in the Employment Equality (Age) Regulations 2009 was lawful. The Age Regulations allow employers to retire employees against their will at 65 as long as they follow the correct procedures. Whilst employers are not compelled to retire employees at this age, the law certainly makes it easier.
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Daily supplementation with the omega-3 fatty acid, docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) can improve both memory function and heart health in healthy older adults according to the results of the Memory Improvement with DHA Study (MIDAS), presented on July 12th at the 2009 International Conference on Alzheimer’s Disease in Vienna. (more…)

As they get older, most people experience mild memory loss; an inability to think quickly, lapses in attention and concentration and difficulties in language use. (more…)

GENEVA – Striking inequalities exist between developing and developed countries in the survival chances of preterm babies.

Approximately 13 million premature babies are born every year worldwide, according to the first global overview of preterm births published today in the international public health journal, the Bulletin of the World Health Organization. (more…)

Could your cold hands be caused by poor circulation? (more…)

Feed The Children (UK)’s new Breakfast2Live website will help you save lives. The website has been specially created so that all the information concerning the appeal, which runs from Monday 22nd February to Sunday 28th February 2010, can be found in one place. (more…)

From January 2010, for the first time, sports and remedial therapists in the UK will be regulated. (more…)

Many people believe that memory loss and confusion are a normal part of ageing.

However, scientists now know that most people can remain both alert and able as they age, even though it may take them longer to remember things. Although the origin of age related memory loss can vary, research clearly shows that dietary omega-3 fatty acids can play a beneficial role in preventing and reducing its effects. (more…)

 
What do the following famous five, ’Beach Boys’ guitarist David Marks, Aerosmith lead singer Steven Tyler, Clash drummer Topper Headon, The Body Shop founder Dame Anita Roddick, and society It girl Jazzy de Lisser, all have in common?  (more…)

Professor Janet Wilson demystifies old wives tales and helps separate the
fact from the fiction (more…)

Over the age of 40? You can now have a more accurate picture of your health with Bupa’s health checks. (more…)

Yesterday (Sunday 27 September) hundreds of people in Regent’s Park posed for a photograph to form the figure of 46,000, representing number of people diagnosed with breast cancer each year. (more…)

All healthy ears produce ear wax, which forms a protective coating around the skin lining the ear canal. The amount of ear wax produced varies from person to person and doesn’t need to be removed unless it is obstructing the ear canal, has caused dulled hearing or caused itchiness or discomfort. (more…)

We hear a lot about fish oils and omega-3s in relation to brain health but what exactly are they? (more…)

Peter Cunnah and Al Mackenzie; collectively D:REAM are inviting their fans to provide the backing vocals to a track entitled ‘We Are Fans’ from their forthcoming album. (more…)

Researchers at The University of Nottingham are hoping to find out if inflammation of the knee could be an early sign of osteoarthritis — a condition which leads to pain, stiffness, swelling and disability. (more…)

They cycled a 3014 mile relay race from California to Maryland in an astonishing eight days, five hours and 19 minutes. Now, the four women, with an average age of 60, are limbering up for the Three2Go races. (more…)

When 61 year old Carole Wilson from Praze-An-Beeble in Cornwall went for her weekly trip to the swimming baths, the last thing she expected was to be struck down with a virus which would result in her losing her hearing in one ear. (more…)

Photos of cake can keep you slim, say psychologists
by Laura McGuinness

Picture a thick wedge of rich, velvety Black Forest gateau. Hungry? Unlikely as it sounds, showing weight-conscious women pictures of sweet treats actually strengthens their resolve to eat healthily, rather than encouraging them to cheat. (more…)

Dr Chris Fenn Provides Top Tips to Combat Some Common Over Fifties Heath Issues. Now life begins at 50, according to a new survey which reveals that over fifties have more time and feel more carefree than ever before. So there has never been a better time to take charge of your physical and mental wellbeing. (more…)

RNID, the largest charity in the UK representing deaf and hard of hearing people, and Research into Ageing have joined forces to strengthen research into age-related hearing loss. The charities are inviting applications for a series of co-funded research projects to investigate why hearing declines with age and to advance the development of treatments. (more…)

Angela experiencing first hand, blindness...

Angela Rippon, one of the best known faces and voices in British broadcasting, showed her support for St Dunstan’s Blind Heroes Week by experiencing firsthand what it is like to live without sight. Supported by one of the St Dunstan’s Rehabilitation Officers for Visually Impaired People (ROVIs), Angela wore a sleep (more…)

Cycling clubs and cycling enthusiasts are being urged to join up to a special charity challenge to help raise money for children with severe disabilities. The ‘Chaucer Challenge’, a cycle ride from Greenwich to Canterbury, is set to take place on Sunday, 13th September, in aid of The Children’s Trust. (more…)

When we’re in need of relaxation, the first thing we usually think of is booking a holiday, because we know soaking in the sunshine and dipping our toes in the sea will help us to unwind. But, whilst we know that time spent by the ocean is mentally nourishing, what do we know about how it can benefit us physically? (more…)

WIN! Never miss an Amazin’ moment – win a digital Camcorder with Transvasin

Whatever your age nothing should stop you enjoying the amazin’ things in life, whether it’s walking, jogging, gardening, shopping or just being with your family. This leaflet from Transvasin is full of tips to help you feel even more amazin’ and enjoy life to the full. (more…)

Keeping active and regular exercise helps keep us fit and healthy but as we get older, our bodies need a little help, support and a bit of TLC. Radian-B can help with this as it offers a complete range of topical analgesic treatments for the effective and express relief of everyday muscular aches and pains. Applied directly to the skin, (more…)

Sustrans is a sustainable transport charity that works to encourage people to walk, cycle and use public transport in order to reduce motor traffic and its adverse effects. Sustrans’ flagship project is the National Cycle Network, creating 10,000 miles of routes throughout the UK.

Sustrans promotes safe routes.

Where to go

As well as the National Cycle Network, Sustrans promotes safe routes for schools, (more…)

by Simon Evans

Just as your car’s annual MoT should ensure safe driving, so giving your body a regular check-over can make your life healthier and happier.

Though we have never been better informed about our health, it is easy to become overwhelmed with information. Seeing the wood for those proverbial trees becomes ever more difficult. (more…)

Learn to relax
The first stage in overcoming stress, depression and anxiety is to train yourself to relax. One way is to take five minutes just to slow down and stop the constant barrage of thoughts passing through your mind. Here are some others.

Meditation: By listening to the sound of your breathing and feeling the sensation it creates you can slip into a meditative state. Experts have found that meditation not only (more…)

by Simon Evans

Just as your car’s annual MoT should ensure safe driving, so giving your body a regular check-over can make your life healthier and happier.

Though we have never been better informed about our health, it is easy to become overwhelmed with information. Seeing the wood for those proverbial trees becomes ever more difficult. The secret of good health is to know what the common ailments are in our particular age group and how to prevent them occurring. We also need to be able to recognise symptoms when they occur and pick up on those tell-tale warning signs.
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Stop your crowning glory from losing its lustre

Men are unashamedly colouring their hair – George Clooney, Paul McCartney and even Brad Pitt all admit it, and the latest research from Datamonitor and Mintel shows that male hair colouring is no longer just for the vain or embarrassed, but an acceptable part of the modern man’s grooming routine, with the male grooming market now worth a staggering £427 million per year!
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Friends: a great blessing

Friendship

Friends are probably life’s greatest blessing and one of the most important anti-stress skills is to develop a supportive network of pals.

Research has shown that emotional support can be linked with better brain functions, such as language, memory and mental skills. In a five-year study of heart disease those patients who had no spouse or intimate friends were three times more likely to die than those who had support.
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Forget Ann Summers and Tupperware – a Worcestershire dental practice has launched tooth-polishing parties in response to requests from both clients and the public alike. The official launch of these coincided with the start of National Smile Month on 17th May.
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At a time when we are being overwhelmed by products targeted towards improving our digestive health, maybe we should consider again the merits of a “warrior juice”.
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Kevin Adams

Jade Goody’s close friend and actor lead 15 fellas ‘In her shoes’ to pay a tribute to the women in their lives.

The ‘stiletto’ shoe was on the other foot in London today as a group of men joined Jade Goody’s close friend Kevin Adams and actor Christopher Biggins to pay a light-hearted but touching tribute to the inspirational women in their lives, by strapping on a pair of high heels for a walk of empathy in support of Cancer Research UK’s women-only Race for Life 2009 series. (more…)

Part Four
As the ‘older generation’ we are living very different lives to our mothers and fathers. Being over 50 is not considered ‘old’ any more because most of us believe that we are too young to be old. (more…)

Thousands of Fitness First members are set to launch a massive fundraising campaign for the British Heart Foundation (BHF) as clubs around the country take part in a Fitness First world record attempt for the largest simultaneous spin class. (more…)

Cancer Research UK launches ‘shoppercise’ fitness trend for Race for Life Series

It’s rare that many women need a reason to go shopping but now there is the perfect excuse, with a new exercise programme that enables shoppers to get fit at the same time. ‘Shop for Life’, which combines hitting the shops with some gentle training, has been introduced by Cancer Research UK, ahead of the charity’s Race for Life series this summer. (more…)

Part three
As the ‘older generation’ we are living very different lives to our mothers and fathers. Being over 50 is not considered ‘old’ any more because most of us believe that we are too young to be old. Compared to our parents, our generation is much more financially independent, health-oriented, active in the workforce, more attentive to our appearance and outspoken. (more…)

The first ever national lecture on music therapy in the cancer care setting takes place on March 31st 2009 to encourage discussions and research into this area.
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Age related hearing loss is something which befalls the majority of us and sounds which were once crystal clear become increasingly muffled and fuzzy. 6.5 million people over 60 are deaf and hard of hearing, with many waiting, on average, 15 years to report their problem. With this in mind, RNID has devised a simple, free, online hearing check to help identify those with hearing loss and encourage prompt action.
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One in four women and a third of men will be affected by alopecia at some stage in their lives.

The Alopecia Clinic in Denton, Greater Manchester, offers solutions for all types of hair loss. From thinning hair to a receding hair line or even total hair loss or balding, there is a solution available at The Alopecia Clinic. There are a number of treatment options available at The Alopecia Clinic including Hair Replacement Systems, Laser Re-growth options and Volumiser treatments to provide natural looking results.
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With nearly 200 people running to raise money for the Stroke Association in this year’s London Marathon, the runners need all the support they can get to help them unwind, relax and recuperate after running 26 gruelling miles! With this in mind the Stroke Association has for the second year running called upon the volunteer services of the Federation of Holistic Therapists (FHT), to offer its sports therapy massages to all its runners. A team of 9 fully trained, qualified and experienced Sports Therapists will be on hand to give the runners the treatment they need to help recover from their exertions.
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This is the Age of the Brain – Here at Funkyfogey.com we are pleased to announce our Brain Gym for the over 45s!

A sharper mind and a brighter future could be no more than a mouse-click away with the launch of a revolutionary new Brain Gym by Funkyfogey.com, the lifestyle web portal. The Brain Gym’s purpose is to help people aged 45 plus enjoy a longer, happier, and healthier life by spending a little time each day on ‘Neurobics’ – mental exercises that do for the brain what aerobics does for the body.
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