Recovery

In a breakthrough study published in the European Journal of Preventive Cardiology on 19 February 2025, Japanese researchers have uncovered compelling evidence that even modest exercise habits prior to hospitalization are linked to better outcomes for older patients with heart failure. As heart failure continues to pose a major health threat—especially for ageing populations—this study offers fresh insights into how regular physical activity can improve survival rates and enhance quality of life after discharge.

Anxiety disorders affect one in six Australian adults each year and often occur alongside depression and other disabling conditions. With an increasing number of patients delaying or avoiding GP visits due to cost pressures, improving treatment for those living with anxiety has never been more urgent. Recognising this need, researchers are launching the Living with Anxiety study—a large-scale investigation into the genetic and environmental factors that influence both the development of anxiety disorders and the response to treatments, particularly antidepressant medications.