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 […]
Family-focused programs insufficient to prevent obesity in childhood
A landmark project co-led by the University of Sydney and Flinders University has found that family-focused early obesity prevention programs, such as group sessions with health […]
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 […]
Telehealth works but rules need changing
Telehealth keeps Australians healthier and more connected, but outdated rules are keeping it out of reach for those who need it the most, say Flinders University […]
Exploring the experience of those who “go flat” following a mastectomy
Almost all women who chose not to have a breast reconstruction following a mastectomy say they are happy with their decision, new research can reveal, with […]
New guidelines supporting older Australians to maintain independence
With the federal government’s new Support at Home program launching on November 1, Flinders University researchers have been instrumental in developing new guidelines underpinning independence and […]
Aged care staffing levels on the rise; but is it helping?
Efforts to increase direct care staffing levels in aged care homes are working but a new study raises a critical question: is this enough to improve […]
Flipping the script on dementia language
Changing the way healthcare staff speak about people living with dementia can lead to significant improvements in care practices, culture, and human connection, new research has […]
Feelings of frailty can set in at 40
Loneliness, feeling older than your age and a negative attitude to ageing are all associated with early stages of frailty, even in people as young as […]