Southern Cross Care News

Maintaining strength, mobility and independence as we age is one of the most important factors in supporting overall health and wellbeing.  

On World Physiotherapy Day, Southern Cross Care WA Physiotherapist Rana Gaber shares practical advice to help older adults stay active, reduce their risk of falls and continue doing the things they enjoy. 

According to Rana, one of the most important things older adults can do is to keep moving regularly and stay consistent with a combination of strength exercises, walking, balance training and flexibility work.

Today is World Diabetes Day, a day dedicated to raising awareness about diabetes. Careful management of diabetes can help to improve your wellbeing and the risk of other health complications, Southern Cross Care (WA) Clinical Nurse Consultant Diane Piper has provided 5 helpful tips for managing your diabetes. 1. Balanced Diet is Key Eating a […]

Today is World Osteoporosis Day, a medical condition in which bones become weak and brittle. One of our Senior Physiotherapists, Remya, shares five tips to improve your bone health and reduce the risk of Osteoporosis as you age. 1. Adequate calcium and vitamin D intake Calcium is the most important mineral for bone health. Aim […]

We live in a sunburnt country where hot days and heatwaves can stress our bodies. With hot summers likely to continue, the information provided by HealthDirect Australia shows you how to stay cool and hydrated during the warmer months and what to do if you start to feel unwell. Tips to help you stay well […]

Ingredients 1 cup raisins 1 cup sultanas 1 cup self-raising flour 1 cup finely grated butter (about 115g) 1 cup fresh brown breadcrumbs (from around 4 thick slices of bread) 1 cup brown sugar 1 cup mixed nuts, chopped plus extra to decorate 1 tsp ground cinnamon 1 tsp ground mixed spice 1 cup milk […]

By Denis Taaffe, Professor Exercise Gerontologist, Edith Cowan University Normal ageing is characterized by a reduction in muscle mass and strength, which can compromise an older person’s functional performance, such as the ability to climb stairs or rise from a chair, independence, and quality of life. Moreover, the decline in muscle strength contributes to poorer […]