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Knitting fosters tranquility and order in the lives of individuals with mental health challenges
Research from the University of Gothenburg has identified knitting as a beneficial activity for individuals managing mental health conditions, presenting it as a means to instil calm and introduce structure…
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Exercise and Nutritional Support May Help Reduce Care Dependency in Dementia
A simple combination of daily physical exercise and protein-rich nutritional drinks may offer meaningful health…
Science Reveals Why Full Doesn’t Mean Finished When It Comes to Food
Research carried out at the University of East Anglia (UEA) offers a compelling explanation for…
Fibre-Rich Diet Tied to Better Heart Health for People Working Night Shifts
People who work night shifts face a higher risk of developing coronary artery disease, one…
New study reveals staffing levels in care homes may help prevent harmful falls
A new study has found that nursing homes with higher staffing levels tend to report…
Living Well
Exercise and Nutritional Support May Help Reduce Care Dependency in Dementia
A simple combination of daily physical exercise and protein-rich nutritional drinks may offer meaningful health benefits for people living with…
Protective Turning Behaviours Used by Older Adults Concerned About Falling
About one in three older adults experiences a fall each year, often resulting in serious injuries such as fractures that…
Study finds cutting alcohol consumption could save lives from cancer
Cutting average alcohol consumption in Australia by just one litre per person each year could lead to a meaningful reduction…
Night waking disrupts cognitive functioning regardless of how long one sleeps
For many years, guidance around healthy sleep has centred on the number of hours spent asleep each night. However, emerging…
FAU-led research provides further evidence linking alcohol consumption to cancer
As the holiday season approaches and social gatherings become more frequent, new research serves as a timely reminder to consider…
Tea consumption associated with improved bone strength in older women, as coffee raises potential concerns
A new study from Flinders University provides fresh insight into how two of the world’s most popular beverages, tea and…
Research highlights limits of lecture-based learning for older adults
Learning later in life is not only possible but also plays an important role in maintaining a good quality of…
Sustaining life and wellbeing in old age: the vital role of social support
Recent research from the University of Eastern Finland highlights the significant role that social support plays in shaping health, wellbeing,…