Whether at the movies, on the bus or in a crowd at the football, seeing strangers cough and sneeze reminds us COVID-19...
flu vaccination
Free Flu Jab To Tackle Surging Case Numbers
Influenza cases are soaring in parts of Australia as a result of colder weather, open borders and reduced immunity in...
Vaccinations for older people
Older people should be vaccinated against influenza, pneumococcal disease and shingles – 3 common but potentially dangerous diseases. Tetanus, diphtheria and whooping cough boosters are also recommended.
Adult immunisation
Adequate vaccination is just as important for adults as it is for children. Find out about the diseases you should consider being vaccinated against.
Flu vaccination
In 2020, all Australians should get a flu vaccine as early as possible, as the COVID-19 pandemic converges on our flu season.
Colds, flu and complementary medicines
Two out of three Australians regularly use alternative medicines, but what do we really know about the effectiveness of complementary approaches for colds and flu?
Video: Parkinson’s disease awareness
For more than 110,000 Australians living with Parkinson's disease, simple daily tasks like brushing their teeth are beyond their reach. Hear from Dr Norman Swan, Kathryn – who has Parkinson's, and Vincent Carroll – a Parkinson's Nurse Consultant.
Which exercise is best for older obese people?
Weight loss plus combined aerobic and resistance exercise may be most effective in improving functional status in older, obese adults.
Depression in older people
Older people may be particularly prone to depression because of the increased likelihood that they will be experiencing stressful life events.
Video: What can be done to prevent falls?
Falls cause physical harm, but also have a psychological effect through fear and loss of confidence. Alarmingly one in 3 people over 65 will experience a fall – so what can be done to reduce falls?
