
Exergaming a salve for aging hazards
In a growing trend to harness the positive potential of technology for our aging population, researchers have created video games for older adults that take

In a growing trend to harness the positive potential of technology for our aging population, researchers have created video games for older adults that take

“But where do you get your protein from?” This is a common question of vegetarians, perpetuated by a long-standing myth that if you don’t eat

Middle-aged people who walk slowly age more quickly, according to new research, while fast walkers are physically and mentally younger. The study, conducted in nearly

Nearly one million Australians over 70 are taking five or more medicines every day, and this number is continuing to grow, researchers from the Universities

“What matters most?” This is the theme for Australia’s National Palliative Care week from 19-25 May. It aims to encourage people to plan ahead as

Globally, for the first time, there are more people over 65 than under five years of age. In Australia, the percentage of older people has

The appalling, substandard quality of residential aged care in Australia hit the limelight in recent years after staff spoke out and sparked a much needed

Nearly half of older adults don’t get enough protein – and that’s a problem. While a nutritionally well-rounded diet is vital at any age, and

Frailty is a serious problem for older adults and affects around half of people over 80. With its associated issues including weakness, muscle wasting, falls
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