Fanny Blankers-Koen won 4 gold medals at the 1948 Olympic Games
Fanny Blankers-Koen won 4 gold medals at the 1948 Olympic Games. The fact that she did that, at that time, is impressive enough. The...
Things you didn’t know about your brain
In the lead up to brain awareness week, it's important to understand how the brain works, and also how Alzheimer's disease can effect the brain.
The...
Seniors Card Discounts in Heathmont
Are you interested in discounts at a range of businesses and services across Victoria? You’re eligible for the Victorian Seniors Card if you’re over...
What a 5km run, a 90-year old and the recruitment process...
I was recently chatting with a girlfriend of mine with two kids under 3, and she told me that she was considering running a...
Hearing Services Review Aims to Improve Client Care
The Hon Ken Wyatt AM, MP
Minister for Aged Care
Minister for Indigenous Health
Member for Hasluck
MEDIA RELEASE
22 December 2017
Hearing Services Review Aims to Improve Client Care
Today,...
Seniors with Alzheimer’s Help Build Toys for African Children
Alzheimer's is one of the most common diseases in seniors resulting in impaired functioning and relationships. Initial symptoms of it usually start around the...
Dementia Care: How About A Visit To Australia’s First Dementia Garden?
With dementia being a common disease in old age, it's great to know that there's a dementia garden in Australia. The place is actually...
Healthy Ageing is on the Breakfast Menu for Australia
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Breakfast really is the most important meal of the day, kick-starting your metabolism, improving overall concentration and helping Australian’s age healthily. Studies have suggested that...
Compulsory Flu Vaccinations In Aged Care Homes Urged
Australian Minister for Health Greg Hunt urges compulsory flu vaccinations in aged care homes. This is a week after the government recorded an alarming...
Transitional Care Explained
What is transitional care? When an elderly person leaves a hospital they will likely need transitional care to help them recover properly. But this...
