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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The 9 Best and Worst Sources of Protein

Protein is a critical macronutrient to maintain a healthy diet and a strong body. But are you getting the proper amount from the right foods? Without protein, human beings would be in a sorry state. This critical nutrient (which joins fat and carbohydrates in the trio of macronutrients) not...

What Standing On One Leg Can Tell You

Good balance, muscle strength and an efficient gait contribute to people's independence and wellbeing as they age. How these factors change, and at what rate, can...

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

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

Trading Dementia Drugs for Water Jugs

With over two decades of experience in residential care homes, Dr. Allen Power has witnessed firsthand the limitations of traditional approaches to managing dementia, particularly...

6 Unusual Signs of Dehydration

The feeling of thirst is the result of a complex physiological process, research shows, intended as a warning that you're dehydrated, and in danger of not functioning properly. According to MedlinePlus, dehydration doesn’t just mean your body is losing water - it also means you're losing electrolytes, such as...

Feeling Appreciated at Home Affects Our Work Life

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A new study finds that leaders who reflect on gratitude they receive at home are more supportive and helpful to their employees. What makes a...

What to Do When You’re Not Being Heard By Your Partner

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Learning what you need is the first step toward improving communication in your relationships. If you’re not feeling heard in your relationship, here’s what not...

Mushroom Coffee What Are The Health Benefits?

Thought by some to be effective for everything from immunity to cancer, various mushrooms have long been used in traditional medicine to prevent and remedy...

Common Painkillers Like Ibuprofen May Worsen Joint Inflammation

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Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) often used for osteoarthritis pain may actually exacerbate inflammation in arthritic knee joints, a recent study suggests. Millions of people who...

6 Tips for Showing Yourself Some Self-Compassion

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In a perfect world, we’d practice self-compassion every day. But the reality is, a lot of people struggle even to define what it means....

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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.