Seniors

Falls prevention for older people

Falls are a major cause of injury for older people. There are many things that older people and carers can do to
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A cataract is a clouding of the normally clear lens of the eye. Cataracts are treated by removing the cloudy lens of
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Osteoporosis (porous bone) is characterised by loss of calcium and bone tissue from bones, which makes them susceptible
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Home and Community Care (HACC) is a joint Commonwealth/ State Government program which provides services to support
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Dementia can cause changes in a person's behaviour. Such changes are very common, but they can place enormous stress on
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The progress of dementia, from the early stages to the final severe form of the disease, varies from person to person.
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There is a difference between memory loss as a normal part of ageing and as a symptom of dementia. Memory changes
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The skin is one of the first body parts to show age. While many of these age-related changes are inevitable, some can
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Making the decision to find an alternative to caring for a person with dementia at home can be one of the most
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Australian Commonwealth and State Governments provide a number of services that assist frail older people who wish to
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Everyone reacts differently to retirement. The emotional responses depend heavily on the reasons for leaving the
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The effects of growing older don't include an inevitable decline in mental abilities. Researchers believe that many of
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Problems with sleeping are common for people with dementia. Some people sleep during the day, leaving them awake and
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There may be changes in communication that occur as a result of dementia. As the disease progresses, a person with
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Exercise can help to reduce depression for people with Alzheimer's disease. It also helps protect against the side
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