The state of concussions in contact sports and impact as you age ‘Concussion,’ a word often associated with sports injuries, carries far greater significance as individuals age. The...
‘Traffic-related’ risk is listed as a leading factor for dementia onset There are genetic and modifiable factors that make people vulnerable to developing dementia, but researchers have identified...
Why women are more likely to have osteoporosis Improving your diet and increasing exercise could reduce your risk of osteoporosis
Consumers Government Positive Ageing How one online resource has changed the game for seniors in NSW Knowing you can access reliable information in one place could be a game-changer for older Australians
Consumers Dementia Products What does technology have to do with Alzheimer’s disease? How could technology reduce cognitive decline in older Australians?
Consumers Government Providers How does the new 60-day prescription scheme affect me? Understanding more about the 60-day prescription update to the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme could benefit you.
Consumers Positive Ageing Products What’s the best way to manage my medications? Multiple options are available to organise your medications
Consumers Technology How to help older adults use emojis Looking to move into the modern age of communication and speak smoothly with relatives?
Consumers Mental Health Positive Ageing Why should art sessions be included in aged care homes? One aged care home in Queensland is helping its residents through art therapy sessions.
Consumers How to market to older Australians — an untapped market If you’re an older Australian, how would you like brands to depict you or speak to you?
Consumers Dementia Research New link between Alzheimer’s disease and spatial awareness issues Researchers suggest there could be a link between Alzheimer’s disease and poor spatial awareness.
Consumers Finance What is money being spent on in Australia’s aged care sector? Have you tried out the ‘Dollars to Care’ tool yet?
Consumers Dementia Research Possible new cause of Alzheimer’s disease Researchers have found a possible new cause of Alzheimer’s disease.
Consumers Health and Wellbeing Nutrition Eggs, eggs and more eggs: health benefits for older Australians A new partnership between two not-for-profits is set to help Australians learn more about the benefits of egg...
Consumers Dementia Research New 3D-printed brain tissue could change everything Scientists have created 3D-printed brain tissue that could impact future understanding of conditions such as...
Consumers Government Deadline extended for new Aged Care Act feedback The deadline to provide feedback on the new Aged Care Act has been extended.
Consumers Research How do emotions affect people with aphasia? New evidence suggests that people with aphasia may find it harder to retrieve words if there is a positive or negative...
Consumers Culture Awareness Dementia How culture may impact behaviours of people with dementia Researchers suggest that there could different behaviours exhibited by people with dementia, depending if they are...
Consumers Caring & Carers Dementia Dementia doulas are coming to WA Looking after someone with dementia means adapting to their changing needs. Dementia doulas can assist with the...
Consumers Advice Housing Why Australian nursing homes are becoming more culturally diverse Finding the perfect fit for an aged care home is now easier than ever. Many aged care providers now cater to different...
Consumers Health and Wellbeing Positive Ageing Grandma’s Personal Trainer helps older Australians stay fit at home Grandma’s Personal Trainer is a new book released in February 2024 which is helpful to older people who want to...