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Growing old gracefully – or with a little chemical help?

Men are rushing into pharmacies and salons like never before to stave off the obvious effects of ageing. But Dick Lumsden urges caution.

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What goes on tour stays on tour – no matter how old you are

As increasing numbers of older people seek new ways to have fun. Dick Lumsden predicts the rise of a new trend.

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Travel the world and come back a new man

Feeling your age? Worried about the future of the NHS? Dick Lumsden has a radical suggestion.

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Its literature Jim, but not as we know it

Father Christmas will be delivering some dodgy books this year. Dick Lumsden has been taking a closer look.

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The beginning of the end for Christmas cards

Necessary cost, or expendable luxury? Dick Lumsden predicts the demise of one of the festive traditions.

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Life, love and the perils of getting old

If the camera never lies….does that mean we also have to believe what we see in the mirror? Dick Lumsden has been doing some candid self assessment.

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Forget the aches and pains – have a stiff drink instead

How is it that some people can apparently shake off the signs of ageing, while the rest of us are going downhill fast, asks Dick Lumsden

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