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Spring is on its way – hooray! The lighter days mean we can get outside for a dose of natural light, which is so important for health and happiness. But although spring is a time to be out and about, it’s also a great time for a spring clean, especially to open up the windows and give everything a good airing.
I say this, as we have a feature about the rather unpleasant topic of mould (p80), which can be a silent killer when lurking in cupboards, carpets and corners, quietly harming your health. We often have all our windows closed in winter to keep the heat in and this can result in a build-up of condensation, which can trigger mould. I encourage you all to have a thorough look around your home for any mould. The feature contains tips on cleaning, but sometimes it’s good to call the professionals too as mould isn’t something you want to mess with or breathe in.
Also on the home front, our Big Debate (p70) looks at shared housing and why this could be a great idea – not only in retirement but for some even before that – as a way to combat loneliness, which is endemic in the UK. We’ve also got a round up of solo holidays as requested by a reader (p56). And last but no means least, our cover star Melinda Messenger shares how she felt the fear when it came to changing career at midlife but did it anyway – plus it’s
