Care by name, but not by nature
Many older Australians receiving government-funded home care struggle to get the support they need to live well at home, according to new research that reveals the […]
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 […]
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 […]
Older Australians need to consider home modifications sooner
Most older Australians would prefer to remain in their home for as long as possible, but few consider age-friendly modifications that reduce safety risks and ensure […]
Preventing falls in adults
Australian-first research to prevent falls in middle-aged and younger-older adults is taking place in South Australia. The study, supported by leading aged care provider ACH Group, […]
Slowly, steadily finding clues to ageing and cancer cure
New research into the genome of the world famous giant tortoise, Lonesome George, provides extraordinary insights into the species’ large size, ability to live up to […]
Star alumni shine brightly on world stage
Nine outstanding Flinders University graduates across a wide spectrum of professions form an impressive group of enterprising and innovative thought-leaders to be acknowledged in the University’s […]
Roadmap shows older people having time of their lives
A national report launched in Canberra by the Aged Care Minister Ken Wyatt shows how rapid and continuous growth of new technologies is radically transforming the lives […]
Lecturers share their passion in writing
Fascinating insights into South Australia’s Italian community – and Easter passion plays in the Philippines – are the subjects of new Flinders University publications.