Apr 29, 2018

Shingles – What does it have to do with Chickenpox?

Frequently asked questions about Shingles:

HelloCare is joined by expert Professor Tony Cunningham

Professor Tony Cunningham is an infectious diseases physician and a researcher in viruses and vaccines as the Executive Director, The Westmead Institute for Medical Research and the Institute’s Centre for Virus Research; Professor of Research Medicine, Sydney Medical School; Sub-Dean (Research), Westmead Clinical School – HIV and Mucosal Immunity Group.

 

If you would like more information then visit the Shingles website.

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Do the Elderly Feel or Perceive Pain Differently?

Pain is defined as an “unpleasant sensory and emotional experience associated with actual or potential tissue damage”, or described in terms of such damage. Pain is uncomfortable for anyone at any age, but when a person ages, does the way they feel and perceive pain differ to that of a younger person? The mechanism by... Read More

Time to Tell the Truth About Dementia….from Someone Living with Dementia

Things YOU always wanted to know, or SHOULD know about dementia, but THEY were too AFRAID to TELL YOU, and I am sure many others were horrified around the world to learn that THIS information is not being given out, this is “MY ANSWER TO THEM”. Those with dementia MAY, and I have to STRESS,... Read More

Expert urges aged care residents to start the conversation about advanced care planning

In this episode of Grey Matters, Tracey and Ben talk about the importance of advance care planning and how to start the conversation about your medical wishes as you age. Having an advance care plan in place can help you get the best care as you get older while also easing stress for family members... Read More
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