Do inflammatory foods damage muscle mass in older people?
31 January, 2024Know someone over the age of 65 who struggles to open jars? Inflammatory foods may be to blame.
The quest for new osteoporosis treatments
22 December, 2023A study to be undertaken by Mater researchers may yield some new ways to treat osteoporosis.
What is the secret to healthy aging?
07 December, 2023An Australian-first study that aims to address the sedentary lifestyle of older adults has examined what people can do to ensure healthier aging.
Aquatic HIIT boosts exercise capacity in adults with chronic conditions
17 November, 2023Aquatic high-intensity interval training may provide a safe alternative to people with chronic conditions who are unable to perform land-based training.
Renting linked to faster biological ageing: study
12 October, 2023A study has found that renting has a stronger link to faster 'biological ageing' compared to unemployment or being a former smoker.
Whiteley Dermalux Soft Towel Lotion
01 October, 2023The Dermalux Soft Towel Lotion is a mild, natural, organic lotion for cleansing skin.
Community-based services could reduce frailty risk: study
25 August, 2023A new Japanese study is found to have lowered the risk of frailty by 40% in older adults with the help of community-based services.
Mild exercise for three months linked to improved brain efficiency
21 July, 2023Research shows that even brief sessions of mild exercise — such as walking and yoga — can yield improvements in cognitive function in older adults.
Centre for biological age reversal opens medical suite
25 May, 2023'Chi Longevity' — a global centre of excellence for biological age reversal — has opened an inaugural medical suite in Singapore.
Pfizer launches health info hub
10 February, 2023Australians think they should take better care of their general health and are seeking to improve their understanding, according to a Pfizer survey.
"Whole-home" approach needed to boost physical activity
10 February, 2023Physical activity needs to be embedded into the culture of care homes but lack of time among staff to support residents and a fear of falling are the two key barriers.
The role of advance care planning in reducing ED presentations
18 October, 2022 by Rebecca Haddock* and Naomi Sheridan**New research describes the patterns of ED presentations for patients referred from residential aged care facilities (RACF) and the predictors of death.
Walking football can improve older people's mobility
26 August, 2022Physical activity, social interaction and a sense of community are among the effects of walking football, a popular senior sport addressed in a recent Swedish scientific study.
How do Australians feel about end of life?
12 August, 2022While nine in 10 Australians believe it is important to do some end-of-life planning, only one in three have actually taken action, new research reveals.
Medication reviews linked to lower death risk in aged care
08 July, 2022Research from the Registry of Senior Australians at SAHMRI has found that individuals who had a medication review within a 12-month period had a 5% lower risk of death.
