Research Shows Exercise Helps Cancer Sufferers
New research has established why people who exercise when suffering from cancer generally have better outcomes, according to ExerciseNZ chief executive Richard Beddie. Cancer sufferers…
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Holiday Season can be Lonely for Residents
Two-thirds of older adults say they are experiencing social isolation and 66 percent say that their anxiety levels have increased because of the pandemic….
Anti Fall Shoes in Development
One out of three people age 65 and over falls every year. Apart from the social and personal problems, these falls are a major…
Sexuality & Intimacy in Aged Care
Massey University Professor of Social Work Mark Henrickson has published a report on a three-year nationwide research project into intimacy and sexuality in residential aged care facilities to support and develop awareness, policies and education…
The Library: Historic Florence Flood Inspires Auckland Author
Auckland-based author, armed-robbery survivor, antiques dealer, and professional speaker Kirsten McKenzie’s literary career continues to skyrocket even through a global pandemic. On the 54th…
Experiencing Delays with Medicines & Devices?
Pharmac has advised that there has been an increase in the number of supply chain issues that suppliers are faced with this year. In…
Government Run vs Private Sector, A Grim Study Result
Aged care residents in Australia are, according to a study released this week by the Royal Commission investigating the sector, are up to twice…
Care, Safety, Expertise and Trust
OCS are excited to be exhibiting at the NZACA Conference 2020 next Tuesday and Wednesday and value this fantastic opportunity to network with members…
Wahiki now Keto Friendly
Wahiki Coconut Creamery has relaunched Wahiki with a new range and formulation. By removing cane sugar completely from its products the result is that…
NZACA Trade Exhibition: Clear Connection between Mobility & Wellbeing
Research shows that there is a clear connection between mobility and people’s physical and mental well-being. The human body is clearly made to move….
NZACA Trade Exhibition: Clinisan Antimicrobial Tech
Worchem is New Zealand’s first and only company dedicated to supplying disinfectant tablets. With a mission to streamline access to top-quality antimicrobial technology to…
Study Highlights Link Between Depressive Symptoms and Stroke Risk
Findings from a collaborative study showed that the more symptoms of depression people have, the higher their risk of stroke, researchers say. “There are a number of…