Hearing loss barriers leave many struggling in silence
Hearing loss affects much more than a person’s ability to hear, often impacting relationships, social participation, emotional wellbeing and quality of life – but despite the […]
Pressure on aged care systems puts spotlight on transition programs for older Australians
As hospital discharge pressures increase and wait times for aged care services continue to grow, a transition care program is becoming increasingly instrumental in helping older […]
Tailored nutrition could help critically ill patients recover from surgery faster
Personalised nutrition may play a vital role in helping critically ill patients recover more quickly and with fewer complications after major surgery, trauma, burns and other […]
Reading app boosts kids’ literacy
A new Flinders University study of primary school children shows a science‑based digital phonics reading app can accelerate early reading while helping teachers quickly identify students […]
Eat like me to look like me
Body Image and Eating Disorder Awareness Week (BIEDAW) runs from 7-13 September Healthy eating content on social media may be promoting more than wellbeing, with new […]
Eczema effects are more than just skin deep
Eczema affects about one in three Australians, with up to 20 per cent of children living with atopic eczema – yet while physical symptoms are well […]
Consuming my bodyweight in videos
Millions of people watch social media stars consume enormous amounts of food online, but new research suggests these viral eating videos could be contributing to how […]
Measuring more than recovery: new healthcare tool for older Australians
Older Australians account for almost half of all hospitalisations and more than half of total patient days, yet there is no consistent way to measure if […]
New national framework for older Australians
Researchers from the Registry of Senior Australians (ROSA) Research Centre at SAHMRI and Flinders University have led the development of a new national framework to improve […]