Under nutrition and frailty in older adults – The importance of screening and early intervention

Prof Carol Wham

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Prof Carol Wham

Dietitian; Professor Emerita of Public Health Nutrition at Massey University, New Zealand

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Under nutrition and frailty are a growing challenge among older Australians. In this presentation, Dietitian Prof Carol Wham will highlight the critical importance of early detection of age-related weakness, and how timely intervention through suitable nutritional support can improve outcomes. She will also provide practical strategies and tools to enhance early screening and effective community-based interventions to optimise health and quality of life for older adults.

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Date published: 15 February 2026