Dietitians say malnutrition is a ‘serious problem’ in older Australians, screening is needed in aged care
Hair loss. Weakness and confusion. Wounds that do not heal. These can all be signs that a person is malnourished, but they are often confused with the “normal” process of aging. “People say ‘I’m getting old’ but they’re actually malnourished and that’s completely preventable for many people,” says Judi Porter, professor of dietetics at Deakin… Read More »