When Family Becomes Medicine: The Hidden Power of Care in Stroke Recovery
MAKASSAR, Indonesia January 30, 2026/EAGING/- Stroke is one of the leading causes of death and disability worldwide. Beyond the hospital walls, recovery often continues at home, where family members become the primary caregivers. A recent integrative review, “Family Experience in Caring for Patients with Stroke: An Integrative Review” (published in Bangladesh Journal of Medical Science, Bangladesh Journals Online (BanglaJOL) on January 27, 2026), highlights an important reality: the family is not just a support system—family involvement can significantly influence the recovery and quality of life of stroke survivors. The review found that stroke survivors frequently… — read more
Family as a Catalyst for Recovery: Strengthening Stroke Rehabilitation at Home
MAKASSAR, Indonesia December 15, 2025/EAGING/ – Stroke remains one of the world’s leading causes of death and disability. For many survivors, the journey after a stroke is long and challenging. Weakness, limited mobility, and difficulties performing daily activities can make even simple tasks overwhelming. However, recovery does not depend solely on hospitals, doctors, or physiotherapists. In many cases—especially in Southeast Asia—the most powerful support system comes from the family. A recent scientific review, “The role of family in mobilization exercises for post-stroke patients in Southeast Asia: a scoping review,” published in Gülhane Medical Journal (Gulhane Med…— read more
Gentle Movements, Stronger Lives: How Tai Chi Helps Prevent Falls Among Older Adults with Cataracts
MAKASSAR, Indonesia, June 30, 2025/EAGING/ – As populations around the world grow older, maintaining health and independence in later life has become an increasingly important challenge. One common yet often overlooked risk faced by older adults is falling. Falls can lead to serious injuries, long hospital stays, and a decline in quality of life. For older adults with cataracts—one of the leading causes of vision impairment—the risk becomes even greater. Reduced vision can disturb balance and spatial awareness, making everyday activities more dangerous. A recent scientific study from Indonesia, titled “Effectiveness of Tai Chi balance exercise on fall risk in older adults with cataracts in rural Indonesia: Original research”… — read more
Why Do Patients Wait So Long in Emergency Rooms? Understanding the Hidden Factors Behind Hospital Delays
MAKASSAR, Indonesia, April 20, 2025/EAGING/ – When someone arrives at an emergency unit, every minute matters. Patients and families expect fast treatment, yet in many hospitals around the world, people spend hours waiting for care. This delay is not simply about overcrowding—it is often the result of complex factors within the healthcare system. Understanding these factors is crucial to improving emergency services and saving lives. A recent scientific publication, titled “Factors Affecting Patient Length of Stay in the Emergency Unit: A Scoping Review,” Article Published in International Emergency Nursing (Elsevier)… — read more
Digital Health Literacy: A Key to Preventing Non-Communicable Diseases Among University Students
MAKASSAR, Indonesia, February 5, 2025/EAGING/ – In today’s digital era, searching for health information is as easy as opening a smartphone. University students, who are among the most active internet users, frequently rely on online platforms to learn about healthy lifestyles, disease prevention, and medical advice. But an important question arises: do students actually have the skills to understand and use the health information they find online? This question lies at the heart of a recent international study examining the role of digital health literacy in shaping healthy behaviours among university students. A recent international study, titled “The Impact of eHealth Literacy — read more
A Pinch Less Salt, A Healthier Life: How Simple Education Can Help Control Hypertension in Rural Indonesia
MAKASSAR, Indonesia, January 29, 2025/EAGING/ – Hypertension, or high blood pressure, is often called a silent killer. Many people do not realize they have it until serious complications appear, such as stroke, heart disease, or kidney problems. Globally, around 1.3 billion people live with hypertension, and the majority of them live in low- and middle-income countries. Older adults are particularly vulnerable, especially those living in rural areas with limited access to health education and healthcare services. In Indonesia, the problem is even more visible. More than half of people aged over 60 experience hypertension. One major contributor is excessive salt consumption, which is common in many daily foods such as instant noodles… – read more
Smart Sensors, Healthier Lives: How Technology Helps Stroke Survivors Stay Independent
MAKASSAR, Indonesia, July, 2024/EAGING/ – Stroke is one of the leading causes of death and disability worldwide. Many older adults who survive a stroke face long-term challenges such as limited mobility, reduced independence, and difficulty performing everyday activities. These challenges often occur after patients return home from the hospital, where professional rehabilitation support may no longer be available. Fortunately, advances in technology are opening new possibilities to support recovery and improve quality of life. A recent study, titled “Sensor Monitoring to Determine Daily Physical Functioning Among Post-Stroke Older People in a Home Setting: Pilot Study” Article Published in Philippine Journal of Nursings… – read more
Preventing Patient Falls: A Small Step Toward Safer Hospitals and Healthier Lives
MAKASSAR, Indonesia, May 30, 2024/EAGING/ – Hospitals are meant to be places of healing. However, one hidden risk that often occurs in health-care facilities is patient falls. A fall in the hospital may seem like a small accident, but it can lead to serious injuries, longer hospital stays, higher treatment costs, and even death. Because of these risks, preventing patient falls has become an important priority for improving healthcare quality worldwide. A recent scientific review, titled “Factors Associated with the Incidence of Patient Falls in Hospitals: A Scoping Review” Article Published in the Journal of Integrative Nursing, May 30, 2024, explored the many factors that contribute to patient falls in… – read more
Exploring Herbal Usage among Indonesian Older People to Promote and Maintain Health: A Qualitative Study
Year: 2024
Funding: Hasanuddin University
Tai Balance Exercise Impact on Fall Risk Among Older People with Cataracts in Indonesia Rural Area
Year: 2024
Funding: Hasanuddin University
Coaching Pilot Study to Improve Self-Care Management for Hypertension in Indonesia
Year: 2023
Funding: University of Michigan
Evaluating Services Provided to Women in South Sulawesi Experiencing Family Violence: Best Practice and Recommendations for Better Support
Year: 2023
Funding: Australia – Indonesia Centre
Development Of a Self-Care Maintenance Sensing System Among Post-Stroke Patients in The Community Setting
Year: 2018 – 2021
Funding: Indonesian Ministry of Higher Education
The Effect of Community Based Rehabilitation Program To Self-care among Post-stroke Old People
Year: 2018
Funding: Hasanuddin University
Collaborative Approach for The Prevention of Falls in Stroke Patients
Year: 2017
Funding: The Japan Society for the Promotion of Science
Problem Identification of and Proposed Device Modification for Bedside Hygiene Care
Year: 2016
Funding: New Energy and Industrial Technology Development Organization, Japan