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Researchers awarded over $2 million to boost physical activity and improve chronic pain care
Institute for Musculoskeletal Health researchers secure over $2 million in MRFF funding to boost physical activity in people with intellectual disability and improve chronic pain management in people with chronic low back pain and opioid-managed chronic pain.
Oct 15, 20252 min read


Supporting adults with intellectual disability to lead active lives
Only 1 in 7 adults with intellectual disability meet the recommended physical activity guidelines. In contrast, around 1 in 2 adults in...
Oct 1, 20252 min read


Iyengar yoga and falls prevention: new evidence from the SAGE Trial
Falls are one of the greatest health risks for older adults. In Australia, 17 older people die as a direct result of falls every day and...
Sep 25, 20254 min read


Empowering older adults in Brazil through movement
Ana Helena Salles Dos Reis, PhD Candidate, presenting on the GACD grant, September 2025 An exciting new international research...
Sep 23, 20252 min read


Staying active these school holidays
Spring school holidays are coming up in NSW. You might be wondering how to keep the kids entertained and fit in some activity for...
Sep 4, 20252 min read


Stronger every step: Celebrating Women’s Health Week
What better time to reflect and focus on our health than Jean Hailes Women’s Health Week (1-5 September 2025 ). This year’s theme is...
Sep 1, 20253 min read


How to reduce falls in aged care: the latest Cochrane evidence
Falls continue to be a major health threat for older individuals in aged care, leading to broken bones, loss of independence, and even...
Aug 27, 20252 min read


Turning awareness into action: shaping physical activity opportunity for people living with brain injury
This week marks Brain Injury Awareness Week 2025 , with the powerful theme: Invisible disabilities deserve visible change. It’s a...
Aug 19, 20252 min read


We know how to prevent falls in older Australians, and save lives. So, why aren’t we?
Almost 400 older Australians are admitted to hospital due to a fall every day. It may surprise you to know that falls are the leading ...
Jul 30, 20251 min read


Bridging the care gap: how telephysiotherapy is transforming mobility and falls prevention in aged care
Falls and mobility issues are among the most pressing concerns for older Australians receiving aged care—both at home and in residential...
Jul 24, 20253 min read
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