Early intervention for healthy ageing: From disease to function-focused care

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In this episode, Dr Heather Block speaks with host Dr Marita Long about practical ways GPs can integrate early intervention for healthy ageing into routine care. Drawing on Australian primary care research, they discuss real-world barriers, enablers and simple strategies to make proactive, function-focused care part of everyday general practice:

  • Explore how function-focused care in midlife can support healthy ageing and independence
  • Gain evidence-based insights on applying existing workflows earlier in the ageing journey
  • Understand barriers and enablers to early intervention in general practice
  • Learn practical ways to engage hard-to-reach patients
  • Discover how integrated care models can support healthier ageing and reduce frailty

 

Expert: Dr Heather Block, Research Fellow

Host: Dr Marita Long, GP & Medical Educator

Total time: 28 mins
 

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Last Updated: 2 Oct, 2026

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