There are a number of reasons why older adults are more likely to experience oral health issues.Older adults are becoming increasingly more likely to retain their natural teeth, which require ...

Iron deficiency occurs when there is inadequate iron in the body.The main causes include not eating enough foods that are rich in iron, difficulty absorbing iron through the stomach and bowel, and ...

Social Isolation is the objective state of being in minimal contact with other people.Loneliness is the subjective feeling that you have less companionship, social contact or quality relationships ...

From not being able to find their words, to complete loss of language, dementia can be extremely distressing. It requires immense patience from carers. How to engage respectfully with clients ...

The term frailty refers to physiological decline associated with older age (RACGP 2019). People who are frail are among the most vulnerable demographic, with their risk of adver...

Some causes: congenital chronic disease smoking impacted ear wax poor nutrition exposure to loud noises  Recognising it: person often asks others to rep...

LGBTIQ+ community:report poorer mental health conditionshigher suicide rateshigher risk of experiencing depression Ways we can ensure inclusive care for the LGBTIQ+ residents:1. Making Informe...