OUR SUMMER ISSUE
DEC/FEB 2024/25


In this issue we have our huge Feature on Dementia and Aged Care. Find out about the new Aged Care Act and how it will affect you, and how better medication management is needed in hospitals. And did you know that 4 out of 10 residents in aged care are malnourished, or that 65% of health and care professionals still believe that dementia is a normal part of ageing – or that robots might be the future of aged care? …
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10 Ways to Boost Self-Esteem For Better Emotional Health

When you feel good about yourself, life feels a little lighter. Self-esteem doesn’t just shape how we view ourselves—it impacts every aspect of our mental and physical health. According to Dr. Sanam Hafeez, a New York City neuropsychologist, self-esteem is about how we evaluate our worth, abilities,...

Researchers Train AI To Diagnose Lung Diseases

Artificial Intelligence (AI) could become a radiologist’s best friend, with researchers training the technology to accurately diagnose pneumonia, COVID-19 and other lung diseases. The new study...

Success In Online Lifestyle Trial Improves Cognition In Older Adults

A clinical trial has shown an internet-delivered lifestyle intervention can significantly improve cognition in older adults.  A team of researchers, led by Professor Henry Brodaty AO,...

Four Tips for a Successful Digital Detox

The feeling of being constantly “on” and productive has driven people to reconsider their balance in the saturated digital world. Life in the digital world can...

Why More Couples Are Separating Later in Life Than Before

Baby boomers get credit for all kinds of societal trends, from the counterculture to consumerism. Now they’re behind what’s known as “grey divorce” - couples calling it quits in middle age or older, often after decades of marriage. More than one in three people who divorce in...

Major Study Links 15 Factors To Young-Onset Dementia

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While dementia is much more common in older adults, hundreds of thousands of people are diagnosed with young-onset dementia each year, and an extensive...

Drinking More Green Tea Each Day Reduces Risk of Dementia Brain Lesions

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A new study links drinking green tea with having fewer white matter lesions in the brains of Japanese seniors, potentially providing a level of...

Walking Backwards: Should You Try This Workout Trend?

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Is walking backwards, also known as retro walking, a fitness trend you should be trying? Influencers like @motivationaldoc who are advocates of backwards walking emphasise its benefits for improving...

Study Reveals Intermittent Fasting Has Two Key Benefits For People With Obesity

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Evidence for the positive effects of intermittent fasting continues to mount: a new study shows that for people with obesity, fasting can lead to...

6 Skin-Care Ingredient Combinations That Don’t Mix

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Some topicals inactivate when combined, destabilise a critical ingredient, or boost skin irritation. Here’s how to build a smart skin-care routine. Skin products may work...

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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.