A side-effect of breathlessness kept under wraps
Chronic breathlessness affects every part of a person’s life – including their sex life, with people experiencing breathlessness saying they have greatly reduced satisfaction with their […]
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Wellbeing connections for community in southern Adelaide
Across Australia, many people experience loneliness, social isolation and have difficulty navigating the support networks and activities available in their communities. In Adelaide, Flinders University is […]
New alert on elder abuse in hospitals
New research has revealed only a very small proportion of all the elder abuse cases thought to be perpetrated during hospital visits are being officially recorded, […]
Focus on exercise and diet after retirement
A new South Australian study has found little change in most people’s diet and exercise after retirement – pointing to the need for positive lifestyle choices […]
Navigating grief in the aged care system
Grief for families in the aged care system begins long before the death of their loved ones, new research has found, highlighting the need for a […]
Eating alone linked to poorer nutrition in older adults
Older adults who regularly eat meals alone are more likely to experience poorer nutrition and health outcomes than those who share meals with others, new research […]
Digital health gaps in aged care
Digital health technologies give health and aged care systems the opportunity to deliver cost savings, efficiencies, stronger safeguards and more seamless connections to other services. A […]
New national research centre to help Australians live at home longer
As Australia’s population continues to age, more consideration needs to be given to those who choose to live out their lives at home, rather than enter […]
The best ways to prevent falls in aged care homes
Tailored exercise programs, vitamin D supplements, and better nutrition are proven to help prevent falls in aged care homes reveals a new study from Flinders University. […]