OUR SPRING ISSUE
SEP/NOV 2024

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One of the first articles we have in this magazine is on prevention being key to tackle Australia’s chronic disease epidemic, an article put out by the Royal Australian College of GPs, and a topic that is central to what The Art of Healing is all about – self-care …
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Weak Evidence Behind Antidepressants for Older Adults

Antidepressants are frequently prescribed to manage pain in older adults, but emerging research highlights that the evidence supporting this practice is surprisingly weak. A recent study from the University of Sydney calls into question the widespread use of these medications for chronic pain in people over 65,...

Australia Has An Opportunity To Lead Action on Dementia

The need for urgent and sustained action by communities and governments at all levels to increase their awareness and understanding of dementia has never been...

Menopausal Women Are Often Gaslighted by the Medical Profession

The topic of menopause may be trending, but healthcare professionals may not be taking changes to hormones seriously enough. Last summer, Vanessa McGrady developed bloating and...

Red Flags Raised Over Toxic Hotspots

A decade-long investigation by mapping and spatial intelligence experts raises red flags over more than 260,000 sites that could be toxic hotspots. With Australia’s long history...

Older Cancer Survivors Face Elevated Risk of Stroke and Heart Attack

Older cancer survivors face a higher risk of stroke, heart attack and hospital treatment for heart failure, especially if they have had chemotherapy, Monash University research study data has revealed. Published in the journal Cancer, researchers investigated the effects of cancer treatment on older people and found...

The New Aged Care Act: How Will It Affect You?

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The new Aged Care Act is historic for aged care in Australia and the greatest change the sector has seen in 30 years. It...

New Report Shows Path To Sharing Critical Resources

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Earth will only remain able to provide a basic standard of living for everyone in the future if economic systems and technologies are dramatically...

How to Find Hope When You’re Feeling Cynical

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A few years ago, Jamil Zaki, a Stanford psychologist who researches empathy, found himself split between his research and his inner life. It was the...

Lifestyle Intervention From Childhood Positively Affects Metabolism

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A new study from the University of Eastern Finland (UEF) confirms early lifestyle changes can have a long-lasting impact. A diet and physical activity...

New Report Reinforces Dementia As Chronic Disease of 21st Century

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Dementia is the second leading cause of death in Australia, the leading cause of death of women, the second leading cause of disease burden...

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The Art of Healing produces a quarterly print + digital magazine and other online media. We advocate a holistic and preventive approach to healthcare and our articles inform and educate our readers about health, wellness, lifestyle and self-care options.